Woolmer Hill School
Haslemere, GU27 1QB · Surrey · secondary school
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14th 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 515 schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds — a tougher field — and it places 7.8/10 among them, against 9.1/10 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 | 66.5 · 88 | 30% | 2.64 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | 0.88 · 96 | 25% | 2.39 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 58.9 · 91 | 10% | 0.91 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Woolmer Hill School overview
How it's doing
The school was rated Good by Ofsted in March 2023. In 2024/25, 68.2% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 56.9, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was +0.88 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 8.0 out of 10 among them, against 9.2 out of 10 nationally.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join the Duke of Edinburgh award, BBC Young Reporter, Football, Netball, Rounders, Jazz Band, Rangoli drawing, Photography, and Bake Off. Trips include a Jazz Band tour, Watersports in France, a Berlin Sports tour, a Ski trip to Italy, Krakow, a Year 7 camp, Iceland, and a Florida Year 7 Residential.
Getting in
The published school roll is 892 pupils against a stated capacity of 810. 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 aiming to improve their Progress 8 scores? How are trips like
What Ofsted said about Woolmer Hill School
Overview
Woolmer Hill School continues to be a good school, characterised by an "ambitious" curriculum and a "happy atmosphere" where relationships are "overwhelmingly positive". Pupils feel safe and supported, with staff demonstrating high levels of care and effective behaviour management that fosters respect and politeness.
Strengths
- The curriculum is "broad and well-sequenced", with teachers using "real-world examples" to inspire enthusiasm and ensure pupils gain necessary qualifications.
- Staff know pupils well, creating a supportive environment where bullying is "rare" and dealt with "swiftly and effectively".
- Extra-curricular opportunities are "wide-ranging" and inclusive, helping pupils explore interests and prepare meaningfully for their next steps.
- Safeguarding arrangements are "effective", underpinned by a "strong safeguarding culture" and vigilant staff who report concerns swiftly.
- The PSHE curriculum is "thorough", addressing key issues and ensuring pupils, including those with SEND, are well prepared for the future.
Areas to improve
- Attendance for some pupils, particularly those from disadvantaged backgrounds or with SEND, is "too low", preventing them from achieving as well as they could.
- Leaders should continue to embed new approaches to improve attendance and inclusion, as these groups do not always achieve as highly as their peers.
- Just occasionally, expectations of pupils’ work and answers could be higher, though leaders are acting to address this.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with a strong culture, appropriate policies, and staff who are vigilant and provide clear direction.
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 56.6 |
| 2024/25 | 56.9 |
| 2025/26 | 58.9 |
| 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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