The short version
Average GCSE results. Rated Good by Ofsted (2007).
- GCSE results are broadly in line with the national average (Attainment 8: 42.0 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2007
- This is a Christian school, so faith criteria may apply to admissions
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
42.0
1.8 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
55%
12.7pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
9%
Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Special Educational Needs
14% of pupils have identified special educational needs or disabilities.
Breakdown
Source: DfE School Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent school
- Ages
- 2–16
- Intake
- Mixed
- Character
- Christian
Numbers
- Pupils
- 113
- Capacity
- 67%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Worcestershire
- Head
- Mrs Emma Ellin (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- No
- Nursery
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksStandard inspection: Good
1 official report linked on this page.
Location
Oakfield House, Droitwich Road, Worcester, Worcestershire, WR3 7ST
Rural setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmNorth Worcester Primary School
Primary · 1.1km away
Tudor Grange Primary Academy Perdiswell
Primary · 1.4km away
Elgar Technology College
Secondary · 1.5km away
Tudor Grange Academy Worcester
Secondary · 1.5km away
Cranham Primary School
Primary · 1.7km away
Northwick Manor Primary School
Primary · 1.9km away
Rose Hill School
Special school · 2.2km away
Regency High School
Special school · 2.2km away
Questions parents ask
Is The River School a selective school?
No. The River School is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is The River School's Ofsted rating?
The River School was rated Good at its most recent inspection in March 2007. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend The River School?
The River School currently has 113 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does The River School take?
The River School caters for pupils aged 2 to 16.
Where is The River School?
The River School is in Worcester, WR3 7ST, in the Worcestershire local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does The River School have a sixth form?
No, The River School does not have a sixth form. Pupils move to a different school or college for post-16 study.
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