The short version
Average GCSE results. 89% capacity.
- GCSE results are broadly in line with the national average (Attainment 8: 47.7 vs national 43.8)
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
47.7
3.9 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
54%
12.5pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
0%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B-
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.12
Band 3Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Special Educational Needs
17% of pupils have identified special educational needs or disabilities.
Breakdown
Source: DfE School Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent school
- Ages
- 8–19
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 195
- Capacity
- 89%
Governance
- Local authority
- Hertfordshire
- Head
- Mr Paul Bambrough (Headmaster)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
- Boarding
- Boarding school
Inspection record
Official linksIndependent school not found on standard Ofsted provider pages; defer to later ISI-specific handling.
Location
Aldenham Road, Bushey, WD23 2TS
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmGurukula - The Hare Krishna Primary School
Independent · 747m away
Highwood Primary School
Primary · 799m away
Longwood School
Independent · 838m away
Bournehall Primary School
Primary · 1.3km away
Falconer School
Special school · 1.5km away
The Grange Academy
Secondary · 1.6km away
Bushey Manor Junior School
Primary · 1.6km away
Little Reddings Primary School
Primary · 1.7km away
Questions parents ask
How many pupils attend The Purcell School?
The Purcell School currently has 195 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does The Purcell School take?
The Purcell School caters for pupils aged 8 to 19.
Where is The Purcell School?
The Purcell School is in WD23 2TS, in the Hertfordshire local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does The Purcell School have a sixth form?
Yes, The Purcell School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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