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Horndean Technology College
Barton Cross, Horndean, Waterlooville, Hampshire, PO8 9PQ, Hampshire
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
76.1 / 100
Top 24%
Better than 76% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
1,268
Capacity
1,375
Ages
11–16
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
92%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted and a strong parent satisfaction rate of 83%, this secondary school demonstrates a positive learning environment for its 1,268 students. The school’s GCSE Attainment 8 score of 47.8 places it in the top 39% nationally, with 74% of students achieving a grade 4 or above in English and Maths. However, the EBacc entry rate is relatively low at 18%, which may be a consideration for families prioritizing a more traditional academic pathway.
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Last inspected: 5 November 2024Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: OutstandingBehaviour & Attitudes: GoodLeadership & Management: Outstanding
GCSE Results
| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Attainment 8Combined grade score across a pupil's best 8 GCSEs. Higher = stronger academic outcomes. National average ~46.7. | 47.8 | Top 39% UK |
| English & Maths — Standard pass (grade 4+)Share of pupils who achieved grade 4+ in both English and Maths. Grade 4 is the minimum threshold for most employers and sixth forms. National average ~64%. | 74% | Top 29% UK |
| English & Maths — Strong pass (grade 5+)Share of pupils achieving grade 5+ in both English and Maths. Required by many universities and competitive sixth-form programmes. National average ~44%. | 46% | Top 46% UK |
| EBacc — Entry rate% of pupils who sat GCSEs in the full EBacc suite: English, Maths, History or Geography, a language, and Sciences. Signals a broad academic curriculum. National average ~39%. | 18% | Bottom 29% UK |
| EBacc — Achievement (grade 5+)% of pupils who achieved grade 5+ across all EBacc subjects. Reflects both curriculum breadth and academic rigour. National average ~22%. | 13% | Bottom 29% UK |
Parent View (139 responses)
★★★★★3.8
Good range of extra-curricular
99%
Good range of subjects
96%
My child makes good progress
89%
My child is happy
89%
School has high expectations
89%
My child feels safe
88%
Progress is communicated
84%
I'd recommend this school
83%
Behaviour is good
78%
School supports development
73%
School keeps me informed
65%
School responds to concerns
56%
Pupil Ethnicity
White British91.6%
White Other2.9%
Mixed W+Asian1.1%
Mixed Other0.9%
Gypsy/Roma0.7%
Black African0.5%
Mixed W+B African0.4%
Asian Other0.4%
Other0.4%
Mixed W+B Carib.0.3%
Asian Indian0.2%
Asian Chinese0.2%
Asian Pakistani0.2%
Black Other0.1%
White Irish0.1%
Black Caribbean0.1%
Asian Bangladeshi0.1%
Location
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50.91381, -1.00835 · PO8 9PQ
School details
Local authorityHampshire
RegionSouth East
URN116437
School typeCommunity school
Websitewww.horndeantc.hants.sch.uk/
Frequently asked questions
What is Horndean Technology College rated by Ofsted?
Horndean Technology College was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 5 November 2024.
Is Horndean Technology College a good school?
Horndean Technology College scores 76.1/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 24% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
What do parents say about Horndean Technology College?
Based on 139 Ofsted Parent View responses, Horndean Technology College receives a satisfaction score of 77% across all parent survey questions.
How do pupils perform at Horndean Technology College in GCSEs?
Horndean Technology College achieved an Attainment 8 score of 47.8. 74% of pupils achieved grade 9–4 in English and Maths.
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