The short version
Above-average GCSE results. 89% capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2012).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 52.6 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2012
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
52.6
8.8 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
60%
18.1pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
35%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
C-
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
-0.45
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
94%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
83%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
8%
Employment
Directly into work
3%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
4%
Based on 170 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 13 days per year on average — nearly a month of school.
16% 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, 18 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 12 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 87 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,006
- Capacity
- 89%
- FSM
- 21%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Gloucestershire
- Trust
- FOREST OF DEAN TRUST
- Head
- Mr Declan Mooney (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
3 official reports linked on this page, including 2 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Abenhall Road, Mitcheldean, Gloucestershire, GL17 0DU
Rural setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmQuestions parents ask
Is Dene Magna School a selective school?
No. Dene Magna School is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is Dene Magna School's Ofsted rating?
Dene Magna School was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in October 2024. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Dene Magna School?
Dene Magna School currently has 1,006 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Dene Magna School take?
Dene Magna School caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Dene Magna School?
Dene Magna School is in Mitcheldean, GL17 0DU, in the Gloucestershire local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Dene Magna School have a sixth form?
Yes, Dene Magna School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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