The short version
Average GCSE results. 88% capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2018).
- GCSE results are broadly in line with the national average (Attainment 8: 38.8 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2018
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
38.8
5.0 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
31%
10.5pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
23%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
C
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
-0.16
Band 3Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Post-GCSE Destinations
These figures track pupils 6 months after leaving. Source: DfE destination measures.
Sustained destination
In education, employment or training
91%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
85%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
5%
Employment
Directly into work
2%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
6%
Based on 221 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 20 days per year on average — over a month of school.
25% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
6% of pupils miss half or more of school sessions
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 16 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 11 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 75 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 13–18
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 856
- Capacity
- 88%
- FSM
- 29.1%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Worcestershire
- Trust
- CENTRAL REGION SCHOOLS TRUST
- Head
- Mr Matthew Rash (Principal)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
3 official reports linked on this page, including 2 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Matchborough Way, Redditch, B98 0GF
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmMatchborough First School
Primary · 411m away
Matchborough First School Academy
Primary · 411m away
Ipsley CofE Middle School
Middle deemed secondary · 443m away
Kingfisher School
Academy · 567m away
Your Ideas School
Independent · 577m away
Tenacres First School
Primary · 834m away
Arrow Valley First School
Primary · 887m away
Mappleborough Green CofE Primary School
Primary · 1.5km away
Questions parents ask
Is Arrow Vale High School a selective school?
No. Arrow Vale High School is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is Arrow Vale High School's Ofsted rating?
Arrow Vale High School was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in October 2024. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Arrow Vale High School?
Arrow Vale High School currently has 856 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Arrow Vale High School take?
Arrow Vale High School caters for pupils aged 13 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Arrow Vale High School?
Arrow Vale High School is in Redditch, B98 0GF, in the Worcestershire local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Arrow Vale High School have a sixth form?
Yes, Arrow Vale High School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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