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Ashlyns School
Chesham Road, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire, HP4 3AH, Hertfordshire
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
1,535
Capacity
1,557
Ages
11–18
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
99%
Summary
With a recent Ofsted rating of Good, this secondary school demonstrates strong academic performance, boasting a GCSE Attainment 8 score of 57.9, which places it in the top 10% nationally. An impressive 86% of students achieve grade 4 or above in English and Maths, and 71% secure grade 5 or higher, indicating solid foundational skills. Additionally, 84% of pupils progress to university, with 40% attending top-third institutions, reflecting the school's commitment to higher education pathways.
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Last inspected: 26 September 2023Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: GoodBehaviour & Attitudes: GoodLeadership & Management: Good
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. | 57.9 | Top 10% 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%. | 86% | Top 9% 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%. | 71% | Top 9% 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%. | 38% | Top 27% 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%. | 34% | Top 27% UK |
University Destinations
| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Progression to university% of sixth-form leavers who went on to study a degree at a UK university. Includes all universities. National average ~55%. | 84% | Top 20% |
| Top-third universities% of leavers who went to a top-third university (Russell Group and equivalents — the most academically selective institutions). National average ~18%. | 40% | Top 20% |
Based on 127 leavers (DfE Destinations data, latest available year).
Pupil Ethnicity
White British83.6%
White Other4.7%
Mixed W+Asian2.8%
Mixed Other2.1%
Mixed W+B Carib.1.4%
Asian Indian0.9%
Mixed W+B African0.7%
Other0.7%
Asian Pakistani0.7%
Asian Other0.6%
Black African0.5%
White Irish0.3%
Black Caribbean0.3%
Asian Chinese0.2%
Asian Bangladeshi0.2%
Black Other0.1%
Location
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51.75338, -0.56419 · HP4 3AH
School details
Local authorityHertfordshire
RegionEast of England
URN117578
School typeFoundation school
Websitewww.ashlyns.herts.sch.uk/
Frequently asked questions
What is Ashlyns School rated by Ofsted?
Ashlyns School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 26 September 2023.
Is Ashlyns School a good school?
Ashlyns School 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.
How do pupils perform at Ashlyns School in GCSEs?
Ashlyns School achieved an Attainment 8 score of 57.9. 86% of pupils achieved grade 9–4 in English and Maths.
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