The Hamble School
Southampton, SO31 4NE · Hampshire · secondary school
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24th 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 6.4/10 against 873 of them, against 5.6/10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 53.4 · 70 | 46% | 3.22 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | -0.18 · 36 | 38% | 1.39 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 48.1 · 61 | 15% | 0.94 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
The Hamble School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 52.6% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 47.2, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was -0.18 in 2023/24, indicating pupils did slightly worse than peers nationally who started from the same place. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (6.3 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.5 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join clubs such as Advanced Science, Chess, and Drama, and participate in sports including Football and Athletics. Trips include visits to the Science Museum, Berlin, and Harry Potter Studios. Both breakfast and after-school clubs are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 1,139 pupils against a stated capacity of 1,152. 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 8 scores? What specific support is available for students who need help reaching the national median in Attainment 8?
What Ofsted said about The Hamble School
Overview
The Hamble School is described as a "happy, inclusive and calm place to learn" where pupils embrace high behavioural expectations. Following a previous inspection requiring improvement, leaders have implemented changes that stakeholders describe as "transformational," resulting in significantly improved pupil happiness, attendance, and academic outcomes.
Strengths
- Pupils are "courteous, friendly and considerate," contributing to a positive ethos where they feel safe and supported.
- The curriculum is "broad and ambitious," with a consistent teaching approach that helps pupils remember more and improves academic results.
- Provision for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) is "strong," with robust processes ensuring individual needs are met.
- Attendance and punctuality have "significantly improved" due to effective support for pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs.
- Staff stability has increased as leaders support professional development, workload, and well-being effectively.
Areas to improve
- The school must strengthen support for a small group of pupils who do not consistently follow behaviour and attendance expectations, to reduce suspensions and further improve attendance.
- Leaders should embed curriculum and teaching improvements to fill knowledge gaps for disadvantaged pupils and those with SEND, ensuring they achieve the curriculum’s ambition.
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 | 45.2 |
| 2024/25 | 47.2 |
| 2025/26 | 48.1 |
| 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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