Kenilworth School and Sixth Form
Kenilworth, CV8 2AL · Warwickshire · secondary school
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5th of 37 secondary schools in Warwickshire we can score, 38 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 489 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 5.2/10 among them, against 8.3/10 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 | 94 | 35% | 3.29 |
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 61.0 · 83 | 30% | 2.48 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | 0.48 · 83 | 25% | 2.07 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 56.2 · 87 | 10% | 0.87 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Kenilworth School and Sixth Form overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 65.8% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 57.4, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was +0.48 in 2023/24, indicating pupils did better than those nationally who started from the same place. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in 2023-12. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 6.0 out of 10 among them, against 8.6 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils participate in DofE activities.
Getting in
The published school roll is 1,930 pupils against a stated capacity of 2,200. 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
How does the school support pupils to maintain the progress seen in 2023/24? What specific DofE expeditions are available for Year 10? How does the admissions process work for the next academic year?
What Ofsted said about Kenilworth School and Sixth Form
Overview
This inspection describes the school as a “centre of excellence” where pupils “do exceptionally well” and develop into “reflective, resourceful and responsible young adults.” Leaders have fostered a “calm and purposeful culture” characterised by “mutual respect” and a strong commitment to both academic achievement and personal growth.
Strengths
- The curriculum is “challenging and engaging,” with knowledge “ordered well” so that pupils “make exceptional progress.”
- Teachers use assessment “skilfully” to quickly identify and correct misconceptions, preventing pupils from falling behind.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are “very well supported” by staff who “expertly and unobtrusively adapt their teaching.”
- Behaviour is “praiseworthy,” with pupils moving “calmly and with purpose” and showing “admirable” passion for learning.
- Personal development is “extraordinary,” with pupils demonstrating impressive “social and moral responsibility” through mentoring and charitable fundraising.
Areas to improve
- The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
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 | 54.7 |
| 2024/25 | 57.4 |
| 2025/26 | 56.2 |
| 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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