The short version
Average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2017).
- GCSE results are broadly in line with the national average (Attainment 8: 47.3 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2017
- The school is at capacity (100% full)
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
47.3
3.5 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
52%
10.0pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
44%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B-
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.06
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
93%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
86%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
3%
Employment
Directly into work
5%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
5%
Based on 214 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 14 days per year on average — nearly a month of school.
16% 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 12 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 126 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,479
- Capacity
- 100%
- FSM
- 16.9%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Gloucestershire
- Trust
- CHIPPING CAMPDEN SCHOOL
- Head
- Gareth Burton (Principal)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
6 official reports linked on this page, including 5 earlier reports.
Previous reports
School inspection
April 2024 | School Inspection
Full inspection: Outstanding
March 2017 | Full Inspection
Full inspection: Good
October 2012 | Full Inspection
Curriculum and development visit
February 2012 | Curriculum and development visit Curriculum and development visit
Academy conversion letter
February 2012 | Academy Conversion Letter
Location
Cider Mill Lane, Chipping Campden, Gloucestershire, GL55 6HU
Rural setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmQuestions parents ask
Is Chipping Campden School a selective school?
No. Chipping Campden School is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is Chipping Campden School's Ofsted rating?
Chipping Campden School was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in May 2025. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Chipping Campden School?
Chipping Campden School currently has 1,479 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Chipping Campden School take?
Chipping Campden School caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Chipping Campden School?
Chipping Campden School is in Chipping Campden, GL55 6HU, in the Gloucestershire local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Chipping Campden School have a sixth form?
Yes, Chipping Campden School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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