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Presdales School
Hoe Lane, Ware, Hertfordshire, SG12 9NX, Hertfordshire
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
93.1 / 100
Top 7%
Better than 93% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Outstanding
Pupils
1,166
Capacity
1,061
Ages
11–18
Gender
Girls
Occupancy
110%
Summary
With an Outstanding rating from Ofsted and impressive GCSE results, this secondary school excels in academic performance, boasting a GCSE Attainment 8 score in the top 9% nationally. Ninety percent of students achieve grade 4 or above in English and Maths, while 70% secure grade 5 or higher, indicating strong foundational skills. The school also has a high EBacc entry rate of 83%, reflecting its commitment to a well-rounded education.
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Last inspected: 6 March 2024Quality Of Education: OutstandingPersonal Development: OutstandingBehaviour & Attitudes: OutstandingLeadership & 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. | 58.9 | Top 9% 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%. | 90% | Top 6% 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%. | 70% | 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%. | 83% | Top 5% 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%. | 66% | Top 5% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British77.8%
White Other5.6%
Mixed W+Asian2.7%
Mixed Other2.7%
Black African2.7%
Mixed W+B Carib.2.0%
Asian Indian1.3%
Other1.1%
White Irish1.0%
Mixed W+B African0.8%
Asian Other0.8%
Asian Chinese0.3%
Black Other0.2%
Asian Pakistani0.2%
Black Caribbean0.2%
Asian Bangladeshi0.1%
Location
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51.80298, -0.03085 · SG12 9NX
School details
Local authorityHertfordshire
RegionEast of England
URN137985
School typeAcademy converter
Websitewww.presdales.herts.sch.uk/
Frequently asked questions
What is Presdales School rated by Ofsted?
Presdales School was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 6 March 2024.
Is Presdales School a good school?
Presdales School scores 93.1/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 7% 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 Presdales School in GCSEs?
Presdales School achieved an Attainment 8 score of 58.9. 90% of pupils achieved grade 9–4 in English and Maths.
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