Wallingford School
Wallingford, OX10 8HH · Oxfordshire · secondary school
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12th of 40 secondary schools in Oxfordshire we can score. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to the 693 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 4.2/10 among them, against 6.6/10 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 | 52 | 35% | 1.84 |
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 49.5 · 61 | 30% | 1.83 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | 0.31 · 73 | 25% | 1.83 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 48.9 · 65 | 10% | 0.65 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Wallingford School overview
How it's doing
The school was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. In 2024/25, 62.9% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 53.9, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was +0.31 in 2023/24, indicating better progress than pupils nationally starting from the same point. Narrow the comparison to the schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 6.5 out of 10 among them, against 8.0 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Army Cadet Force, participate in Netball, Rugby, and Regatta, and enter the Merchant Taylors' Photography Competition. Trips include a French Exchange and a World Challenge. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 1,507 pupils against a stated capacity of 1,515. 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 maintain progress scores above the national baseline? What specific support is available for students aiming to improve their attainment relative to the national median?
What Ofsted said about Wallingford School
Overview
Wallingford School continues to be a good school, characterised by an inclusive ethos where pupils of all abilities learn together. Leaders and staff maintain high aspirations, resulting in a calm, orderly environment where pupils are happy, feel safe, and respond positively to high expectations. The school is deeply embedded in the local community, offering a broad curriculum and extensive extra-curricular activities that extend learning beyond the classroom.
Strengths
- The curriculum is described as "broad and ambitious," with staff using strong subject knowledge to help pupils "gradually build knowledge and skills."
- Pupils benefit from an "impressive range of activities" including residential trips, sports clubs, and community fundraising, fostering a sense of pride and contribution.
- Assessment systems provide "valuable feedback," enabling teachers to identify and address gaps in pupils’ understanding effectively.
- Strong pastoral support and positive relationships mean staff know pupils well, helping to address problems and support challenging issues.
- Safeguarding arrangements are "effective," with robust processes to identify concerns and secure swift help for pupils in need.
Areas to improve
- The curriculum in English, design technology, and PSHE is "not yet coherently planned and well sequenced," leading to variable learning outcomes.
- Support for disadvantaged pupils and those with SEND is "not yet ambitious enough," as curriculum adaptations do not always enable them to achieve their best possible outcomes.
Safeguarding
The report states that "the arrangements for safeguarding are effective," noting that competent staff lead the process and robust systems ensure appropriate help is secured swiftly for pupils when needed.
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 50.3 |
| 2024/25 | 53.9 |
| 2025/26 | 48.9 |
| 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
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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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