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Watling Academy, Milton Keynes
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Watling Academy

Barrosa Way, Milton Keynes, MK8 1EP

A Outstanding-rated secondary school in Milton Keynes.

Free schools
Pupils
1,500
Ages
11-18
FSM
22.7%
Attainment 8
50.2
Ofsted
Outstanding
May 2023

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
50.2
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
23.0%
Basics 9-5
55.2%

Trend — Attainment 8 & Progress 8

Progress 8 not available for 2024/25 — DfE cannot calculate it because COVID-19 cancelled this cohort's KS2 SATs (the baseline). Expected to return in 2026/27.

Grade Distribution (%)

9–7% / 9–5% / 9–4% data available for 2024/25 only

EBacc Measures

EBacc Entry
72.4%
EBacc APS
4.73
EBacc 9-5
20.4%
EBacc 9-4
36.5%
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About Watling Academy

Watling Academy is a secondary school in Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Outstanding (2023 inspection). Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 50.2. The school has around 1,500 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: Barrosa Way, Milton Keynes, MK8 1EP | More schools in Milton Keynes

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Watling Academy, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. May 2023 — Outstanding

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Watling Academy

What is Watling Academy's Ofsted rating?
Watling Academy received a Outstanding rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.
What are Watling Academy's latest exam results?
Watling Academy: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 50.2. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is Watling Academy located?
Watling Academy is a secondary school in Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes (MK8 1EP).
How many pupils attend Watling Academy?
Watling Academy has around 1,500 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Watling Academy with other schools?
View Watling Academy's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in Milton Keynes.