The short version
Below-average GCSE results. 75% capacity. Rated Inadequate by Ofsted (2024).
- GCSE results are below the national average (Attainment 8: 37.6 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Inadequate by Ofsted in 2024
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
37.6
6.2 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
22%
19.5pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
17%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
C-
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
-0.12
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
93%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
85%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
4%
Employment
Directly into work
4%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
6%
Based on 188 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 15 days per year on average — nearly a month of school.
22% 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, 18 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 13 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
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 900
- Capacity
- 75%
- FSM
- 26.2%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Hampshire
- Trust
- BOURNE EDUCATION TRUST
- Head
- Mr Jamie Anderson (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksMonitoring visit
6 official reports linked on this page, including 5 earlier reports.
Previous reports
School inspection: Inadequate
March 2024 | School Inspection
Full inspection: Good
October 2018 | Full Inspection
Full inspection: Outstanding
January 2013 | Full Inspection
Academy conversion letter
February 2012 | Academy Conversion Letter
Interim assessment
January 2012 | Interim assessment Interim assessment
Location
Gore Road, New Milton, Hampshire, BH25 6RS
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmQuestions parents ask
Is The Arnewood School a selective school?
No. The Arnewood School is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is The Arnewood School's Ofsted rating?
The Arnewood School was rated Inadequate at its most recent inspection in October 2025. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend The Arnewood School?
The Arnewood School currently has 900 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does The Arnewood School take?
The Arnewood School caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is The Arnewood School?
The Arnewood School is in New Milton, BH25 6RS, in the Hampshire local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does The Arnewood School have a sixth form?
Yes, The Arnewood School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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