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The Ravensbourne School
Hayes Lane, Bromley, Kent, BR2 9EH, Bromley
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
42.7 / 100
Bottom 43%
Better than 43% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
1,531
Capacity
1,330
Ages
11–18
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
115%
Summary
With a recent Ofsted rating of Good, this secondary school demonstrates a solid foundation in education, reflected in its GCSE Attainment 8 score of 45.0, placing it in the top 55% nationally. While 62% of students achieve grade 4 or above in English and Maths, only 41% reach grade 5 or higher, indicating room for improvement in higher attainment levels. Additionally, just over half of the pupils progress to university, with a small percentage gaining entry to top-third institutions, which may be a consideration for parents prioritizing higher education pathways.
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Last inspected: 23 January 2024Quality 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. | 45.0 | Bottom 46% 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%. | 62% | Bottom 39% 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%. | 41% | Bottom 42% 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%. | 45% | Top 42% 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%. | 26% | Top 42% 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%. | 51% | Average |
| Top-third universities% of leavers who went to a top-third university (Russell Group and equivalents — the most academically selective institutions). National average ~18%. | 10% | Below avg |
Based on 200 leavers (DfE Destinations data, latest available year).
Pupil Ethnicity
White British39.6%
White Other12.4%
Black African9.1%
Black Caribbean6.3%
Mixed Other6.1%
Black Other5.8%
Mixed W+B Carib.4.4%
Asian Other3.1%
Mixed W+B African1.9%
Other1.6%
Asian Indian1.4%
Asian Bangladeshi1.1%
Mixed W+Asian1.0%
Asian Chinese0.8%
Asian Pakistani0.6%
White Irish0.3%
Location
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51.39402, 0.02070 · BR2 9EH
School details
Frequently asked questions
What is The Ravensbourne School rated by Ofsted?
The Ravensbourne School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 23 January 2024.
Is The Ravensbourne School a good school?
The Ravensbourne School scores 42.7/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 43% 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 The Ravensbourne School in GCSEs?
The Ravensbourne School achieved an Attainment 8 score of 45.0. 62% of pupils achieved grade 9–4 in English and Maths.
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