Holyport College
Holyport, SL6 3LE · Windsor and Maidenhead · secondary school
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2nd of 10 secondary schools in Windsor and Maidenhead we can score, 14 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to the 414 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.4/10 among them, against 8.4/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.84 |
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 59.5 · 80 | 30% | 2.41 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | 0.58 · 87 | 25% | 2.18 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 55.1 · 85 | 10% | 0.85 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Holyport College overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 58.2% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 54.4, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was +0.58 in 2023/24, indicating better progress than pupils nationally who started from the same place. Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.0 out of 10 among them, against 8.3 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils join Eton Societies, 3d modelling, textiles, painting, drawing, and printmaking. Sports include gym, swimming, football, and basketball. Trips range from London shows and shopping in Windsor, Reading, and Bracknell to Legoland Windsor and *Stranger Things The Musical*.
Getting in
The published school roll is 660 pupils against a stated capacity of 541. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
What specific support is available for pupils aiming to improve their Progress 8 scores? How are the Eton Societies structured for new students?
What Ofsted said about Holyport College
Overview
Holyport College is described as a "joyous place to learn" where pupils are "well cared for in a cheerful and warm environment." The report highlights that leaders have embedded a culture of mutual respect, with pupils enjoying positive relationships and extensive enrichment opportunities that support their personal development.
Strengths
- Personal development is praised as a "clear strength," with pupils demonstrating leadership and citizenship through societies and assemblies on issues like racism.
- The curriculum is "well sequenced" with key knowledge specifically identified, allowing pupils to revisit learning in more complex ways.
- Sixth-form provision is highly regarded, with students achieving highly and receiving extensive support for future applications.
- Staff benefit from high-quality professional development, and leaders take robust action to reduce workload and increase well-being.
- Safeguarding arrangements are effective, with a "clear culture of vigilance" and excellent record-keeping to monitor at-risk pupils.
Areas to improve
- The curriculum is not yet as broad as leaders desire due to limited space; leaders should continue integrating subjects like design technology and proceed with construction plans.
- Teachers do not always address low-level disruption and disengagement quickly enough, meaning some pupils do not meet high expectations.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with leaders keeping excellent records and staff being well trained to identify and refer pupils at risk of harm.
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 55.3 |
| 2024/25 | 54.4 |
| 2025/26 | 55.1 |
| England | 44.9 |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 3,682 state schools in England we hold a 2025/26 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2026
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2027
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2027
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2028
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