The short version
Above-average GCSE results. At capacity.
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 50.3 vs national 43.8)
- This is a Roman Catholic school, so faith criteria may apply to admissions
- The school is at capacity (96% 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
50.3
6.5 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
69%
27.1pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
0%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B+
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.66
Band 1Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Special Educational Needs
31% of pupils have identified special educational needs or disabilities.
Breakdown
Source: DfE School Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent school
- Ages
- 3–18
- Intake
- Mixed
- Character
- Roman Catholic
Numbers
- Pupils
- 916
- Capacity
- 96%
- Admissions
- Selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Leicestershire
- Head
- Mr Jonathan Reddin (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
- Nursery
- Yes
- Boarding
- Boarding school
Inspection record
Official linksIndependent school not found on standard Ofsted provider pages; defer to later ISI-specific handling.
Location
Fosse Way, Ratcliffe on the Wreake, Leicestershire, LE7 4SG
Rural setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmQuestions parents ask
Is Ratcliffe College a selective school?
Yes. Ratcliffe College 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.
How many pupils attend Ratcliffe College?
Ratcliffe College currently has 916 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Ratcliffe College take?
Ratcliffe College caters for pupils aged 3 to 18.
Where is Ratcliffe College?
Ratcliffe College is in LE7 4SG, in the Leicestershire local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Ratcliffe College have a sixth form?
Yes, Ratcliffe College has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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