The short version
Above-average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2017).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 49.5 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2017
- The school is at capacity (149% full)
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
49.5
5.7 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
46%
4.2pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
29%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B-
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
-0.04
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
95%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
91%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
2%
Employment
Directly into work
2%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
3%
Based on 206 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 14 days per year on average — nearly a month of school.
19% 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, 18 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 12 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 129 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,515
- Capacity
- 100%
- FSM
- 16.6%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Hertfordshire
- Trust
- CHAUNCY SCHOOL
- Head
- Mr Steve Walton (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
5 official reports linked on this page, including 4 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Park Road, Ware, Hertfordshire, SG12 0DP
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmSt Catherine's Church of England Primary School
Primary · Very close
Kingshill Infant School
Primary · 1.0km away
Christ Church CofE (VA) Primary School and Nursery
Primary · 1.3km away
Larkspur Academy
Primary · 1.6km away
Presdales School
Secondary · 1.7km away
Pinewood School
Special school · 1.8km away
Middleton School
Special school · 1.9km away
Priors Wood Primary School
Primary · 2.2km away
Questions parents ask
Is The Chauncy School a selective school?
No. The Chauncy School is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is The Chauncy School's Ofsted rating?
The Chauncy School was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in June 2023. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend The Chauncy School?
The Chauncy School currently has 1,515 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does The Chauncy School take?
The Chauncy School caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is The Chauncy School?
The Chauncy School is in Ware, SG12 0DP, in the Hertfordshire local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does The Chauncy School have a sixth form?
Yes, The Chauncy School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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