Tomlinscote School
Camberley, GU16 8PY · Surrey · secondary school
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13th 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 297 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.3/10 among them, against 7.6/10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ofsted | 94 | 35% | 3.29 |
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 57.6 · 78 | 30% | 2.34 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | 0.28 · 71 | 25% | 1.78 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 54.9 · 85 | 10% | 0.85 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Tomlinscote School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 62.5% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 53.4, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was +0.28 in 2023/24, indicating better progress than pupils 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 7.9 out of 10 nationally. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in January 2024.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Home Learning Club and work towards the Duke of Edinburgh Award. An after-school club is also available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 1,495 pupils against a stated capacity of 1,500. 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 Home Learning Club support students preparing for their GCSEs? What specific support is available for pupils aiming to improve their Progress 8 scores?
What Ofsted said about Tomlinscote School
Overview
Pupils “flourish at this exceptional school,” demonstrating high ambition and achieving success across all areas. The report describes an inclusive community where staff and pupils share “warm relationships founded on respect and a love of learning.” Leaders and governors provide robust challenge, fostering a culture where everyone is “restless to continue to build on the successes already achieved.”
Strengths
- The curriculum is “aspirational for all pupils,” ensuring disadvantaged pupils and those with SEND are “known well and supported sensitively.”
- Staff are “passionate about education” with a “deep understanding of subjects,” creating classrooms where pupils demonstrate an “exceptionally positive work ethic.”
- Pupils show “exemplary behaviour,” holding themselves to high standards and understanding that making mistakes is part of learning.
- Personal development is carefully planned, with pupils developing “strong characters through the many leadership roles” and gaining confidence in their futures.
- Governance is effective, with leaders who “know the school extremely well” and consider staff workload in strategic planning.
Areas to improve
The report identifies no significant areas for improvement.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 53.3 |
| 2024/25 | 53.4 |
| 2025/26 | 54.9 |
| 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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