Walton High
Milton Keynes, MK7 7WH · Milton Keynes · secondary school
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7th of 14 secondary schools in Milton Keynes we can score, 15 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 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 5.3/10 against 867 of them, against 4.6/10 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 | 42.6 · 44 | 30% | 1.31 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | 0.02 · 52 | 25% | 1.30 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 44.0 · 39 | 10% | 0.39 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Walton High overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 46.8% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 46.4, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was +0.02 in 2023/24, indicating pupils did slightly better than those nationally who started from the same place. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (6.5 out of 10 against similar schools, 5.5 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted rated the school Good in July 2023.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join art clubs, take part in Bronze Expeditions, and attend an after-school club.
Getting in
The published school roll is 2,969 pupils against a stated capacity of 3,000. 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
With 31 places currently spare, how does the school manage entry-year availability for new students? How does the after-school club support pupils with homework or study skills? What specific support is available for students aiming to improve their Progress 8 scores?
What Ofsted said about Walton High
Overview
Walton High is a well-led secondary academy where pupils are "well cared for" and benefit from a "carefully considered curriculum." The school fosters "calm and purposeful" environments with positive relationships, enabling students to develop emotional resilience and ambition. Leaders have successfully increased language uptake and provide extensive opportunities for learning beyond the classroom.
Strengths
- Staff "prioritise getting to know" pupils, helping them see their potential and removing barriers to achievement.
- The curriculum is "increasingly ambitious," with all pupils now learning two languages in key stage 3 and clear pathways for future careers.
- Teachers use expert knowledge and "Pupil Profiles" to adapt learning, ensuring the curriculum is "equally accessible" to pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- Pupils enjoy "extensive" opportunities to extend learning outside the classroom, such as visits to Bletchley Park and participation in 'Advanced Learning Days'.
- Leaders promote a "love of reading" through the ‘Read to Succeed’ curriculum, providing effective support for those needing help to catch up.
Areas to improve
- Teachers must regularly check that pupils have a "secure understanding of concepts" before moving on to new topics to prevent gaps in long-term retention.
- Leaders must rapidly implement the new careers programme so all pupils have the knowledge and experiences needed to make informed decisions about their future.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with leaders knowledgeable about risks and taking "swift and effective action" when concerns are raised.
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 46.9 |
| 2024/25 | 46.4 |
| 2025/26 | 44.0 |
| 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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