Uppingham Community College
Uppingham, LE15 9TJ · Rutland · secondary school
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3rd of 3 secondary schools in Rutland we can score. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to the 764 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 1.2/10 among them, against 4.0/10 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 | 52 | 35% | 1.84 |
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 43.0 · 45 | 30% | 1.34 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | -0.25 · 31 | 25% | 0.77 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 45.6 · 48 | 10% | 0.47 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Uppingham Community College overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 52.5% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 49.4, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was -0.25 in 2023/24, indicating pupils did worse than those nationally who started from the same place. Ofsted rated the school Good in May 2023. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 2.7 out of 10 among them, against 5.4 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Duke of Edinburgh Awards, play cycling or girls football, and visit Lincoln Castle, Wicksteed Park, London, the Black Country Museum, Barcelona, Paris, Tolethorpe, and Parliament.
Getting in
The published school roll is 919 pupils against a stated capacity of 915. 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 support is available for pupils whose Progress 8 scores fall below the national baseline? How are the various cultural and sports trips funded for families?
What Ofsted said about Uppingham Community College
Overview
Uppingham Community College continues to be a good school, described as a "happy, caring and inclusive" environment where pupils behave well and display "positive attitudes toward their learning." Leaders maintain high standards, and the curriculum is "well-planned" and "ambitious," ensuring pupils build on previous knowledge. The school fosters strong relationships, with pupils feeling safe and supported by staff who demonstrate "strong subject knowledge."
Strengths
- The curriculum is "well sequenced" so that pupils are ready for the next stage of learning, with teachers making links to help pupils "remember and know more."
- Pupils benefit from a "well-planned programme of personal development," including dedicated lessons on healthy relationships and career pathways.
- Behaviour is consistently managed; "low-level disruption is not tolerated," resulting in pupils who "participate well in lessons."
- Staff well-being is prioritised, with leaders thinking carefully about workload, and teachers are "proud and happy to work at this school."
- Pupils have many opportunities for wider development through activities, trips, and leadership roles, such as supporting younger pupils.
Areas to improve
- In some subjects, teachers do not always choose the most appropriate activities, meaning not all pupils grasp essential knowledge as well as they should.
- Some pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) do not receive precise support because teachers lack clear information on how to meet their specific needs.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with "thorough and robust" systems for reporting concerns, regular staff training, and appropriate recruitment checks.
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 46.8 |
| 2024/25 | 49.4 |
| 2025/26 | 45.6 |
| 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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