John Hanson Community School
Andover, SP10 3PB · Hampshire · secondary school
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39th of 69 secondary schools in Hampshire we can score. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to the 878 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.2/10 among them, against 3.2/10 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 | 38.6 · 34 | 30% | 1.01 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | -0.28 · 29 | 25% | 0.72 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 43.4 · 36 | 10% | 0.36 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
John Hanson Community School overview
How it's doing
The school was rated Good by Ofsted in May 2024. In 2024/25, 39.3% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 43.5, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was -0.28 in 2023/24, indicating pupils did worse than those nationally who started from the same place. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.1 out of 10 among them, against 3.5 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join art clubs and play netball or football. The school offers an after-school club and organises trips to the New Forest, Paris, Normandy, Munich, New York, and ski destinations.
Getting in
The published school roll is 987 pupils against a stated capacity of 980. 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 extensive international trips funded and accessed?
What Ofsted said about John Hanson Community School
Overview
John Hanson Community School continues to be a good school, characterised by a "caring and aspirational culture" where staff believe all pupils can fulfil their potential. The inspection confirms that pupils follow a "rich and broad curriculum" designed to nurture confidence, resulting in excellent behaviour and strong academic achievement.
Strengths
- Staff create a "very happy and inclusive school" where pupils feel safe, respected, and supported by a strong pastoral system.
- Teachers possess "strong subject knowledge" and use precise identification of needs to make "thoughtful adjustments," ensuring effective learning for all, including those with special educational needs.
- The school’s "very strong reading strategy" and targeted support programmes help pupils catch up rapidly and foster enthusiasm for books.
- "Very well designed personal development and career programmes" prepare pupils thoroughly for their next steps, covering safety, relationships, and diversity.
- Governors provide "robust oversight" of safeguarding and standards, supporting a positive working environment that puts pupils first.
Areas to improve
- Teachers must further refine formative assessment practices to systematically check for gaps in understanding, ensuring all pupils benefit from adapted teaching and feedback.
- The school should embed new pastoral approaches to help a very small number of pupils who struggle to meet high behavioural expectations and respect the school culture.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective."
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 40.8 |
| 2024/25 | 43.5 |
| 2025/26 | 43.4 |
| 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
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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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