The short version
Above-average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2023).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 76.9 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2023
- This is a girls-only school
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
76.9
33.1 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
98%
55.7pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
49%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
-0.03
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
97%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
96%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
0%
Employment
Directly into work
2%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
1%
Based on 158 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 10 days per year on average — about two weeks of school.
11% 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 16 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 71 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Girls
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,106
- Capacity
- 100%
- FSM
- 2.9%
- Admissions
- Selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Gloucestershire
- Trust
- STROUD HIGH SCHOOL
- Head
- Mr Mark McShane (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
Beards Lane, Cainscross Road, Stroud, Gloucestershire, GL5 4HF
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmMarling School
Secondary · Very close
Althea Park Education Unit
Independent · 302m away
South Gloucestershire and Stroud College
16 plus · 425m away
Archway School
Secondary · 648m away
Rodborough Community Primary School
Primary · 764m away
Callowell Primary School
Primary · 789m away
The Rosary Catholic Primary School
Primary · 807m away
St Rose's Special School
Special school · 811m away
Questions parents ask
Is Stroud High School a selective school?
Yes. Stroud High 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 Stroud High School's Ofsted rating?
Stroud High School was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in November 2023. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Stroud High School?
Stroud High School currently has 1,106 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Stroud High School take?
Stroud High School caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Stroud High School?
Stroud High School is in Stroud, GL5 4HF, in the Gloucestershire local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Stroud High School have a sixth form?
Yes, Stroud High School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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