The short version
Below-average GCSE results. 77% capacity. Rated Good by Ofsted (2019).
- GCSE results are below the national average (Attainment 8: 9.9 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2019
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
9.9
33.9 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
0%
EBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
0%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B-
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
-0.23
Band 3Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Special Educational Needs
24% of pupils have identified special educational needs or disabilities.
Breakdown
Source: DfE School Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent school
- Ages
- 14–19
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 123
- Capacity
- 77%
Governance
- Local authority
- Kent
- Head
- Mr Toby Mullins
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
- Boarding
- Boarding school
Inspection record
Official linksStandard inspection: Good
3 official reports linked on this page, including 2 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
29 Shorncliffe Road, Folkestone, Kent, CT20 2NB
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmSchool of English Studies
Miscellaneous · Very close
Compass Community School Coastal Park
Independent · 698m away
The Harvey Grammar School
Secondary · 737m away
Christ Church Cep Academy, Folkestone
Primary · 784m away
Sandgate Primary School
Primary · 895m away
Folkestone Beacon Plus
Special school · 983m away
The Folkestone School for Girls
Secondary · 1.0km away
The Beacon Folkestone
Special school · 1.2km away
Questions parents ask
What is Earlscliffe (Sussex Summer Schools Ltd)'s Ofsted rating?
Earlscliffe (Sussex Summer Schools Ltd) was rated Good at its most recent inspection in November 2019. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Earlscliffe (Sussex Summer Schools Ltd)?
Earlscliffe (Sussex Summer Schools Ltd) currently has 123 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Earlscliffe (Sussex Summer Schools Ltd) take?
Earlscliffe (Sussex Summer Schools Ltd) caters for pupils aged 14 to 19.
Where is Earlscliffe (Sussex Summer Schools Ltd)?
Earlscliffe (Sussex Summer Schools Ltd) is in Folkestone, CT20 2NB, in the Kent local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Earlscliffe (Sussex Summer Schools Ltd) have a sixth form?
Yes, Earlscliffe (Sussex Summer Schools Ltd) has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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