The short version
Average GCSE results.
- GCSE results are broadly in line with the national average (Attainment 8: 46.0 vs national 43.8)
- This school does not have a sixth form
- The school has significant spare capacity
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
46.0
2.2 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
50%
8.2pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
20%
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 14 days per year on average — nearly a month of school.
21% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
4% of pupils miss half or more of school sessions
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 19 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 13 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 48 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–16
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 630
- Capacity
- 68%
- FSM
- 18.6%
Governance
- Local authority
- Swindon
- Trust
- THE PARK ACADEMIES TRUST
- Head
- Miss Sophie Hesten
Provisions
- Sixth form
- No
Inspection record
Official linksOfficial inspection link pending
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Location
Shrivenham Road, Highworth, Swindon, SN6 7BZ
Rural setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmQuestions parents ask
How many pupils attend Highworth Warneford School?
Highworth Warneford School currently has 630 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Highworth Warneford School take?
Highworth Warneford School caters for pupils aged 11 to 16. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Highworth Warneford School?
Highworth Warneford School is in Swindon, SN6 7BZ, in the Swindon local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Highworth Warneford School have a sixth form?
No, Highworth Warneford School does not have a sixth form. Pupils move to a different school or college for post-16 study.
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