The short version
Average GCSE results. Nearly full. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2017).
- GCSE results are broadly in line with the national average (Attainment 8: 48.3 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2017
- The school is nearly full at 94% capacity
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
48.3
4.5 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
50%
8.5pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
17%
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
93%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
87%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
2%
Employment
Directly into work
4%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
6%
Based on 171 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 16 days per year on average — nearly a month of school.
26% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
2% 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 94 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,050
- Capacity
- 94%
- FSM
- 18.5%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Essex
- Trust
- THE KEMNAL ACADEMIES TRUST
- Head
- Dr Andrew Hogan (Head of School)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
5 official reports linked on this page, including 4 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Willingale Road, Debden, Loughton, Essex, IG10 2BQ
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmSt John Fisher Catholic Primary School
Primary · 365m away
Thomas Willingale Primary School and Nursery
Primary · 647m away
Hereward Primary School
Primary · 648m away
Oak View School
Special school · 1.6km away
The Alderton Junior School
Primary · 1.9km away
The Alderton Infant School and Nursery
Primary · 2.0km away
Lambourne Primary School
Primary · 2.1km away
Theydon Bois Primary School
Primary · 2.3km away
Questions parents ask
Is Debden Park High School a selective school?
No. Debden Park High School is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is Debden Park High School's Ofsted rating?
Debden Park High School was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in March 2025. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Debden Park High School?
Debden Park High School currently has 1,050 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Debden Park High School take?
Debden Park High School caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Debden Park High School?
Debden Park High School is in Loughton, IG10 2BQ, in the Essex local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Debden Park High School have a sixth form?
Yes, Debden Park High School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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