The short version
Average GCSE results. 87% capacity. Rated Good by Ofsted (2010).
- GCSE results are broadly in line with the national average (Attainment 8: 44.5 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2010
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
44.5
0.7 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
43%
0.7pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
50%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
C
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
-0.07
Band 3Source: 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
88%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
80%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
5%
Employment
Directly into work
4%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
8%
Based on 196 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
3% of pupils miss half or more of school sessions
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 16 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 9 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 139 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,257
- Capacity
- 87%
- FSM
- 23.9%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- East Riding of Yorkshire
- Head
- Mr Stephen Ostler (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
9 official reports linked on this page, including 8 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Short inspection
February 2016 | Short Inspection
Interim assessment
March 2014 | Interim assessment Interim assessment
Curriculum and development visit
September 2011 | Curriculum and development visit Curriculum and development visit
Full inspection: Good
October 2010 | Full Inspection
Curriculum and development visit
April 2009 | Curriculum and development visit Curriculum and development visit
Full inspection: Good
April 2008 | Full Inspection
Curriculum and development visit
March 2007 | Curriculum and development visit Curriculum and development visit
Full inspection
January 2005 | Full Inspection
Location
Eastgate, Hornsea, HU18 1DW
Rural setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmQuestions parents ask
Is Hornsea School and Language College a selective school?
No. Hornsea School and Language College is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is Hornsea School and Language College's Ofsted rating?
Hornsea School and Language College was rated Good at its most recent inspection in November 2021. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Hornsea School and Language College?
Hornsea School and Language College currently has 1,257 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Hornsea School and Language College take?
Hornsea School and Language College caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Hornsea School and Language College?
Hornsea School and Language College is in Hornsea, HU18 1DW, in the East Riding of Yorkshire local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Hornsea School and Language College have a sixth form?
Yes, Hornsea School and Language College has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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