The short version
Average GCSE results. 86% capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2018).
- GCSE results are broadly in line with the national average (Attainment 8: 46.9 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2018
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
46.9
3.1 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
43%
1.1pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
40%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
C
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
-0.43
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
90%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
82%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
4%
Employment
Directly into work
4%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
5%
Based on 146 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 15 days per year on average — nearly a month of school.
23% 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, 14 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 11 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 81 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Free schools
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 856
- Capacity
- 86%
- FSM
- 24.1%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Surrey
- Trust
- HOE VALLEY SCHOOL
- Head
- Ms Lucy Owoh (Head Teacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
3 official reports linked on this page, including 2 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Egley Road, Woking, Surrey, GU22 0NH
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmFreemantles School
Special school · 452m away
Westfield Primary School
Primary · 463m away
Barnsbury Primary School and Nursery
Primary · 579m away
Kingfield Primary School
Primary · 1.6km away
North West Surrey Short Stay School
Pupil referral unit · 1.9km away
Goldsworth Primary School
Primary · 1.9km away
St John the Baptist Catholic Comprehensive School, Woking
Secondary · 2.0km away
The Winston Churchill School A Specialist Sports College
Secondary · 2.5km away
Questions parents ask
Is Hoe Valley School a selective school?
No. Hoe Valley School is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is Hoe Valley School's Ofsted rating?
Hoe Valley School was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in May 2025. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Hoe Valley School?
Hoe Valley School currently has 856 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Hoe Valley School take?
Hoe Valley School caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Hoe Valley School?
Hoe Valley School is in Woking, GU22 0NH, in the Surrey local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Hoe Valley School have a sixth form?
Yes, Hoe Valley School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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