The short version
Average GCSE results. 87% capacity. Rated Good by Ofsted (2018).
- GCSE results are broadly in line with the national average (Attainment 8: 39.9 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2018
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Reading, Writing & Maths
Expected standard
Pupils meeting expected level in all three
32%
-30.0pp vs nationalHigher standard
Pupils exceeding expected level
4%
-4.0pp vs nationalSubject scores
Reading
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
102
-4.0 vs nationalMaths
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
100
-5.0 vs nationalGrammar & spelling
Average scaled score (100 = expected)
102
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Official DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
39.9
3.9 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
32%
9.8pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
21%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
C
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.08
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
90%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
82%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
3%
Employment
Directly into work
5%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
7%
Based on 172 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 22 days per year on average — over a month of school.
29% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
7% of pupils miss half or more of school sessions
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 18 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 12 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 103 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- All-through
- Ages
- 4–18
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,211
- Capacity
- 87%
- FSM
- 24.8%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Warwickshire
- Trust
- AYLESFORD SCHOOL WARWICK
- Head
- Mr Peter Gilbride (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
5 official reports linked on this page, including 4 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Tapping Way, Warwick, Warwickshire, CV34 6XR
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmNewburgh Primary School
Primary · Very close
Westgate Primary School
Primary · 1.3km away
Warwick Preparatory School
Independent · 1.9km away
King's High School
Independent · 2.0km away
Warwick School
Independent · 2.1km away
Coten End Primary School
Primary · 2.3km away
The Emscote School
Independent · 2.8km away
Emscote Infant School
Primary · 3.1km away
Questions parents ask
Is Aylesford School Warwick a selective school?
No. Aylesford School Warwick is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is Aylesford School Warwick's Ofsted rating?
Aylesford School Warwick was rated Good at its most recent inspection in April 2025. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Aylesford School Warwick?
Aylesford School Warwick currently has 1,211 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Aylesford School Warwick take?
Aylesford School Warwick caters for pupils aged 4 to 18. It is classified as a all-through school.
Where is Aylesford School Warwick?
Aylesford School Warwick is in Warwick, CV34 6XR, in the Warwickshire local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Aylesford School Warwick have a sixth form?
Yes, Aylesford School Warwick has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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