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Wolsingham School

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Wolsingham School

The Grammar School Building, West End, Bishop Auckland, DL13 3DJ

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Pupils
743
Ages
11-16
FSM
27.6%
Attainment 8
44.6
Ofsted
Good
May 2023

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
44.6
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
24.0%
Basics 9-5
38.5%

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% available from 2023/24; no grade breakdown for 2022/23

EBacc Measures

EBacc Entry
22.3%
EBacc APS
3.84
EBacc 9-5
13.8%
EBacc 9-4
15.4%
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About Wolsingham School

Wolsingham School is a secondary school in Bishop Auckland, County Durham. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2023 inspection). Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 44.6. The school has around 743 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: The Grammar School Building, Bishop Auckland, DL13 3DJ | More schools in County Durham

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Wolsingham School, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. May 2023 — School remains Good
  2. Jan 2015 — Good (predecessor: Wolsingham School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about Wolsingham School

What is Wolsingham School's Ofsted rating?
Wolsingham School received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.
What are Wolsingham School's latest exam results?
Wolsingham School: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 44.6. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is Wolsingham School located?
Wolsingham School is a secondary school in Bishop Auckland, County Durham (DL13 3DJ).
How many pupils attend Wolsingham School?
Wolsingham School has around 743 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Wolsingham School with other schools?
View Wolsingham School'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 County Durham.