Midhurst Rother College
Midhurst, GU29 9DT · West Sussex · secondary school
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10th of 38 secondary schools in West Sussex we can score, 40 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 691 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.7/10 among them, against 6.3/10 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 | 54.6 · 72 | 30% | 2.18 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | 0.02 · 52 | 25% | 1.30 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 48.8 · 64 | 10% | 0.64 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Midhurst Rother College overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 56.2% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 48.8, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was +0.02 in 2023/24, indicating pupils did slightly better than those nationally who started from the same place. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in June 2024. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 3.8 out of 10 among them, against 6.5 out of 10 nationally.
Getting in
The published school roll is 1,144 pupils against a stated capacity of 1,200. 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 progress in English and maths given the recent Progress 8 score? What specific support is available for students aiming to improve their Attainment 8 scores? How does the admissions process work for the current year?
What Ofsted said about Midhurst Rother College
Overview
The report describes an institution providing an "exceptional education" with "high academic ambitions for all pupils." It highlights a "rigorous, broad, and highly effective curriculum" where pupils achieve "impressive academic success" and conduct themselves in an "exemplary manner."
Strengths
- Teachers deliver "consistently high-quality teaching" within a "highly structured learning environment," ensuring pupils develop a "deep understanding" of ambitious content.
- The "personal development programme is highly effective," offering a "huge range of opportunities" for pupils to develop talents, including arts, sports, and cultural experiences.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities are supported to access the "same broad offer as their peers" and "achieve very well."
- Sixth-form students are "very well prepared for adulthood," benefiting from a "comprehensive careers programme" and meaningful work experiences.
- Staff receive "exceptionally high-quality training" and feel "valued," contributing to a "highly effective culture" across the school.
Areas to improve
- The school must achieve "further and rapid improvement" in attendance, as persistent absence remains an issue despite recent declines.
- Some pupils require additional help to improve their reading, though they currently receive "timely and valuable additional support."
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 | 46.0 |
| 2024/25 | 48.8 |
| 2025/26 | 48.8 |
| 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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