The Becket School
West Bridgford, NG2 7QY · Nottinghamshire · secondary school
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8th of 45 secondary schools in Nottinghamshire we can score. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — 7.9/10 against 886 of them, against 7.7/10 nationally. So this is not simply a reflection of who attends. 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 | 55.9 · 75 | 30% | 2.25 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | 0.38 · 78 | 25% | 1.95 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 52.3 · 78 | 10% | 0.78 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
The Becket School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 64.7% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 57.3, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was +0.38 in 2023/24, indicating better progress than pupils nationally who started from the same place. Its results hold up when the comparison narrows to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds, so they are not simply a reflection of who attends (8.7 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.4 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in 2022-11.
Getting in
The published school roll is 1,157 pupils against a stated capacity of 1,087. 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 does the school maintain its Good Ofsted rating following the 2022-11 inspection?
What Ofsted said about The Becket School
Overview
The Becket School is described as a place where pupils speak with pride, supported by a "strong, caring family" atmosphere and a distinctive Catholic ethos. Leaders maintain "extremely high expectations," fostering an environment where students are encouraged to "work hard, be loving and do the right thing." The school is characterised as "orderly and calm," with pupils demonstrating courtesy and a determination to become the "best version of themselves."
Strengths
- The curriculum is "ambitious" and "based on research," underpinned by core values of "powerful knowledge, enrichment and spiritual development."
- Sixth-form provision is "outstanding," offering a "rigorous" curriculum where students are treated as young adults and given significant responsibility.
- Personal development is promoted "extremely well," with pupils learning to be "responsible citizens" through high-quality personal, social and health education.
- Leaders promote a "love of reading" through daily sessions, with the library described by pupils as "book heaven."
- Staff are "subject specialists" who use assessment "skilfully" to check for gaps in knowledge, ensuring pupils achieve well in external examinations.
Areas to improve
- The curriculum is "not adapted well enough" for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) in some subjects. Leaders must ensure it is "appropriately tailored across all subjects" so these pupils acquire the necessary knowledge and skills.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are "effective," with a designated lead described as a "champion" for vulnerable pupils and staff receiving regular training to follow policy and refer concerns promptly.
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 56.9 |
| 2024/25 | 57.3 |
| 2025/26 | 52.3 |
| 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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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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