The Wavell School
Farnborough, GU14 6BH · Hampshire · secondary school
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40th 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 the 814 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.6/10 among them, against 4.9/10 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 | 16 | 35% | 0.55 |
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 39.7 · 36 | 30% | 1.10 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | 0.2 · 65 | 25% | 1.62 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 45.7 · 48 | 10% | 0.48 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
The Wavell School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 35.0% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 44.0, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was +0.2 in 2023/24, indicating pupils did better 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 1.6 out of 10 among them, against 4.4 out of 10 nationally. Ofsted inspected the school in January 2026 under the new report-card framework, which grades each area separately and gives no overall grade.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Boxing Club and visit Tate Modern.
Getting in
The published school roll is 1,042 pupils against a stated capacity of 1,056. 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 attainment relative to the national median? What specific areas did the January 2026 inspection highlight for development?
What Ofsted said about The Wavell School
Overview
The report describes a school where leaders and staff are driving improvement, particularly in raising attendance and supporting pupils with additional needs. Pupils generally enjoy learning and feel safe within a calm, orderly environment, though inconsistencies in teaching practices and pupil self-discipline remain.
Strengths
- Attendance has improved significantly, with disadvantaged pupils’ attendance now above the national average.
- The curriculum is "broad and ambitious," well sequenced to build knowledge over time.
- Leaders have established "very positive relationships with families" and an effective communications strategy.
- Staff feel supported by leaders and value the opportunities for professional development.
- Pupils are polite, feel safe, and have a "strong sense of belonging" at school.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure adaptations to teaching consistently enhance opportunities for all pupils, including those who are disadvantaged.
- Leaders should strengthen teaching approaches, including effective checks for understanding, to ensure all pupils achieve well.
- Leaders should implement strategies to ensure all pupils demonstrate the dedication to learning required to achieve well.
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing an open culture where concerns are actively identified and managed, ensuring pupils are made safer and feel safe.
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 49.2 |
| 2024/25 | 44.0 |
| 2025/26 | 45.7 |
| 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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