The short version
Average GCSE results. Nearly full. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2014).
- GCSE results are broadly in line with the national average (Attainment 8: 48.1 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2014
- The school is nearly full at 93% capacity
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
48.1
4.3 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
53%
10.7pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
86%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
C
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
-0.33
Band 4Source: 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
92%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
83%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
5%
Employment
Directly into work
4%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
5%
Based on 239 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 14 days per year on average — nearly a month of school.
17% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
3% of pupils miss half or more of school sessions
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 17 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 11 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 129 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Foundation school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,469
- Capacity
- 93%
- FSM
- 11.8%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Essex
- Head
- Mr Mathew Harper (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
8 official reports linked on this page, including 7 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Full inspection: Outstanding
October 2014 | Full Inspection
Interim assessment
January 2013 | Interim assessment Interim assessment
Curriculum and development visit
November 2011 | Curriculum and development visit Curriculum and development visit
Full inspection: Good
February 2010 | Full Inspection
Curriculum and development visit
February 2009 | Curriculum and development visit Curriculum and development visit
Full inspection: Outstanding
December 2006 | Full Inspection
Full inspection
November 2001 | Full Inspection
Location
Beauchamps Drive, Wickford, Essex, SS11 8LY
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmHilltop Infant School
Primary · Very close
Hilltop Junior School
Primary · Very close
The Wickford Church of England School
Primary · 748m away
Abacus Primary School
Primary · 1.5km away
North Crescent Primary School
Primary · 1.5km away
Oakfield Primary School
Primary · 1.6km away
Runwell Community Primary School
Primary · 1.6km away
Wickford Primary School
Primary · 1.7km away
Questions parents ask
Is Beauchamps High School a selective school?
No. Beauchamps High School is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is Beauchamps High School's Ofsted rating?
Beauchamps High School was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in January 2025. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Beauchamps High School?
Beauchamps High School currently has 1,469 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Beauchamps High School take?
Beauchamps High School caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Beauchamps High School?
Beauchamps High School is in Wickford, SS11 8LY, in the Essex local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Beauchamps High School have a sixth form?
Yes, Beauchamps High School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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