Oxted School
Oxted, RH8 0AB · Surrey · secondary school
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52nd of 57 secondary schools in Surrey we can score, 58 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 879 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.7/10 among them, against 3.5/10 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 | 18 | 35% | 0.63 |
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 40.4 · 38 | 30% | 1.16 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | -0.27 · 30 | 25% | 0.74 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 43.6 · 37 | 10% | 0.37 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Oxted School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 39.2% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 44.6, matching the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was -0.27 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 1.5 out of 10 among them, against 3.6 out of 10 nationally. Ofsted inspected the school in March 2026 under the new framework, which grades areas separately without an overall grade.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the British Airways Speedbird Club, Science Small Animal Club, Dungeons and Dragons, Lunchtime Loops, and the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award. Trips include visits to ski resorts and Iceland. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 1,528 pupils against a stated capacity of 2,100. 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 improve their progress scores? What specific support is available for students aiming for higher grades in English and maths?
What Ofsted said about Oxted School
Overview
The report describes a school where leaders have driven "rapid and notable improvement" in behaviour and attendance, creating a "calm environment with a culture of mutual respect." While most pupils attain close to national averages, the inspection highlights that disadvantaged pupils achieve less well and that post-16 academic outcomes have historically been lower than expected, though improvement is underway.
Strengths
- Leaders have established an "open culture" for safeguarding where concerns are "actively identified, acted upon and managed."
- Staff benefit from a "highly effective professional learning programme" and value the consideration given to their workload.
- The curriculum is "broad and ambitious," with effective support helping pupils with gaps in foundational skills to "catch up quickly."
- Pupils feel "happy and proud" to be part of the community, noting "warm relationships" and a strong sense of belonging.
- Post-16 vocational students achieve well, and all students receive effective careers guidance and work experience opportunities.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should strengthen systems for monitoring support for disadvantaged pupils to ensure barriers are consistently removed.
- Leaders should continue to implement strategies to reduce barriers to attendance so more pupils attend regularly.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders fulfilling their responsibilities and establishing an open culture where pupils are made safer and feel safe.
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 45.7 |
| 2024/25 | 44.6 |
| 2025/26 | 43.6 |
| 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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