The short version
Above-average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2024).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 75.8 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2024
- The school is at capacity (117% full)
Selective intake
This school offers places by entrance exam. See how 11+ formats differ between schools — and which exam boards they use.
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
75.8
32.0 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
99%
56.9pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
78%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B+
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
-0.11
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
99%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
99%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
0%
Employment
Directly into work
0%
Based on 152 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 10 days per year on average — about two weeks of school.
12% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 19 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 15 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 72 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,056
- Capacity
- 100%
- FSM
- 6.4%
- Admissions
- Selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Slough
- Trust
- THE SCHELWOOD TRUST
- Head
- Ms Joanne Rockall (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection: Outstanding
3 official reports linked on this page, including 2 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Northampton Avenue, Slough, Berkshire, SL1 3BW
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmSlough Centre Nursery School
Nursery · Very close
Eden Girls' School, Slough
Secondary · 876m away
James Elliman Academy
Primary · 1.1km away
Islamic Shakhsiyah Foundation
Independent · 1.2km away
Littledown School
Special school · 1.3km away
The Westgate School
Secondary · 1.3km away
Darul Madinah
Independent · 1.4km away
Montem Academy
Primary · 1.4km away
Questions parents ask
Is Herschel Grammar School a selective school?
Yes. Herschel Grammar School has a selective intake, which means places are offered based on performance in an entrance exam. Check the school's admissions page for the current exam format and registration deadlines.
What is Herschel Grammar School's Ofsted rating?
Herschel Grammar School was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in May 2024. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Herschel Grammar School?
Herschel Grammar School currently has 1,056 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Herschel Grammar School take?
Herschel Grammar School caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Herschel Grammar School?
Herschel Grammar School is in Slough, SL1 3BW, in the Slough local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Herschel Grammar School have a sixth form?
Yes, Herschel Grammar School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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