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Marling School
Cainscross Road, Stroud, Gloucestershire, GL5 4HE, Gloucestershire
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
92.1 / 100
Top 8%
Better than 92% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
1,117
Capacity
1,150
Ages
11–18
Gender
Boys
Occupancy
97%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted and impressive GCSE results, including a 100% pass rate in English and Maths, this school stands out for its academic excellence, ranking in the top 2% nationally for Attainment 8. Parent satisfaction is relatively strong, with 78% recommending the school, although there may be room for improvement in areas of parental engagement. The school's EBacc entry rate of 41% suggests a solid commitment to a broad curriculum, making it a compelling choice for families seeking a well-rounded education.
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Last inspected: 19 November 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. | 73.9 | Top 2% 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%. | 100% | Top 1% 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%. | 98% | Top 2% 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%. | 41% | Top 22% 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%. | 39% | Top 22% UK |
Parent View (434 responses)
★★★★★3.7
My child feels safe
95%
Good range of subjects
94%
Good range of extra-curricular
88%
My child is happy
87%
My child makes good progress
87%
School has high expectations
87%
Behaviour is good
85%
I'd recommend this school
78%
Progress is communicated
77%
School supports development
72%
School keeps me informed
64%
School responds to concerns
46%
Pupil Ethnicity
White British66.9%
Asian Indian8.1%
White Other4.6%
Mixed W+Asian3.8%
Asian Other3.2%
Mixed Other2.3%
Black African2.3%
Asian Chinese1.5%
Mixed W+B African0.7%
Asian Pakistani0.7%
Mixed W+B Carib.0.5%
Other0.5%
Black Other0.4%
White Irish0.4%
Asian Bangladeshi0.4%
Black Caribbean0.3%
Location
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51.74542, -2.23538 · GL5 4HE
School details
Local authorityGloucestershire
RegionSouth West
URN137123
School typeAcademy converter
Websitewww.marling.gloucs.sch.uk/
Frequently asked questions
What is Marling School rated by Ofsted?
Marling School was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 19 November 2024.
Is Marling School a good school?
Marling School scores 92.1/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 8% 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 Marling School?
Based on 434 Ofsted Parent View responses, Marling School receives a satisfaction score of 75% across all parent survey questions.
How do pupils perform at Marling School in GCSEs?
Marling School achieved an Attainment 8 score of 73.9. 100% of pupils achieved grade 9–4 in English and Maths.
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