SchoolScoresWarlingham School
Academy · Secondary, ages 11 to 18 · Mixed · Sixth form
Part of TANDRIDGE LEARNING TRUST
Tithepit Shaw Lane, Warlingham, CR6 9YB
01883 624067 · School website · Map and directions
Ofsted inspection
Ofsted rated this school Good at the inspection that started on 12 June 2013.
This inspection used Ofsted's older format with four grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires improvement and Inadequate. Newer inspections use report cards. What changed.
| Area | Grade |
|---|---|
| Quality of education | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
Since then, a shorter ungraded inspection on 10 November 2022: Ofsted found the school was still Good.
Read the full Ofsted reports for this school
Source: Ofsted state-funded schools inspection data.
Results
GCSEs (key stage 4, age 16), 2024/25
234 pupils in this year group.
42% — 14 points below the Surrey average, and 4 points below the England average.
| Measure | This school | Surrey | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 42% | 55% | 45% |
| Attainment 8 scoreAverage of each pupil's grades across 8 GCSE-level subjects, with English and maths counted twice. Around 50 means grade 5s on average. | 44.4 | 50.8 | 46.1 |
| EBacc average point scoreAverage points across the English Baccalaureate subjects: English, maths, sciences, a language and history or geography. | 3.7 | 4.5 | 4.1 |
Progress 8 isn't shown. DfE didn't publish it for 2024/25 because this year group's key stage 2 tests in 2020 were cancelled, and older progress scores aren't comparable.
Source: DfE key stage 4 performance tables, 2024/25. England figures are for state-funded schools.
After Year 11
Where pupils went next. DfE measures this for pupils who finished in an earlier year, so these figures describe a previous year group.
240 pupils in this year group.
94% — about the same as the Surrey average, and 2 points above the England average.
| Measure | This school | Surrey | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or workPupils recorded in sustained education, apprenticeship or employment in the year after finishing Year 11. | 94% | 94% | 92% |
| School sixth form | 45% | 29% | 34% |
| Sixth form college | 16% | 32% | 13% |
| Further education college | 26% | 26% | 37% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 2% | 3% |
| Work | 1% | 2% | 3% |
Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or work, over time
| 2023/24 | 2024/25 |
|---|---|
| 91% | 94% |
Source: DfE key stage 4 destination measures, 2024/25 performance tables. England figures are for state-funded schools.
A levels (16 to 18), 2024/25
136 A level students in this year group.
| Measure | This school | Surrey | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average A level grade | C | B- | B- |
| A level exams graded A* or A | 8% | 30% | 26% |
| A level exams graded A* to B | 36% | 59% | 53% |
| Average points per A level entryAn A* is 60 points, an A is 50, a B is 40, and so on down to 10 for an E. | 28.9 | 37.2 | 35 |
A level subjects, 2024/25
25 subjects, 341 exams. England figures are for state-funded schools and colleges.
| Subject | Exams | A* | A* or A | England A* or A |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sociology | 30 | 0% | 3% | 20% |
| Psychology | 25 | 0% | 8% | 19% |
| Mathematics | 24 | 0% | 13% | 40% |
| Law | 22 | 0% | 9% | 17% |
| Geography | 20 | 0% | 10% | 23% |
| History | 20 | 0% | 5% | 23% |
| Film Studies | 19 | 0% | 16% | 17% |
| English Literature | 18 | 0% | 6% | 23% |
| Art and Design (Textiles) | 16 | 0% | 19% | 36% |
| Biology | 16 | 0% | 13% | 27% |
| Business Studies:Single | 16 | 0% | 0% | 16% |
| Design and Technology (Product Design) | 16 | 6% | 6% | 15% |
| Chemistry | 13 | 0% | 0% | 30% |
| Art and Design (Photography) | 12 | 0% | 17% | 26% |
| Physics | 12 | 0% | 8% | 31% |
| Accounting / Finance | 11 | 0% | 0% | 15% |
| Religious Studies | 10 | 0% | 0% | 22% |
| Economics | 8 | 0% | 13% | 26% |
| Art and Design | 7 | 29% | 29% | 34% |
| Government and Politics | 6 | 0% | 0% | 26% |
| Physical Education / Sports Studies | 6 | 0% | 0% | 17% |
Also taken, with too few exams for DfE to publish grades: Computer Studies / Computing, Spanish, Mathematics (Further), Music.
Source: DfE 16 to 18 qualification and subject data, 2024/25.
Source: DfE 16 to 18 performance tables, 2024/25. England figures are for state-funded schools.
After sixth form
Where pupils went next. DfE measures this for pupils who finished in an earlier year, so these figures describe a previous year group.
128 students in this year group.
86% — 4 points above the Surrey average, and 7 points above the England average.
| Measure | This school | Surrey | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or workStudents recorded in sustained education, apprenticeship or employment in the year after finishing 16 to 18 study. | 86% | 82% | 79% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 5% | 7% |
| Work | 31% | 32% | 28% |
Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or work, over time
| 2023/24 | 2024/25 |
|---|---|
| 85% | 86% |
Source: DfE 16 to 18 destination measures, 2024/25 performance tables. England figures are for state-funded schools.
Going on to university
Where pupils went next. DfE measures this for pupils who finished in an earlier year, so these figures describe a previous year group.
115 students in this year group.
50% — 15 points below the Surrey average, and 10 points below the England average.
| Measure | This school | Surrey | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Went on to a degree or other higher education | 50% | 65% | 60% |
| Went to one of the most selective third of universitiesDfE's grouping of universities by the typical entry grades of their students. | 13% | 24% | 19% |
Went on to a degree or other higher education, over time
| 2023/24 | 2024/25 |
|---|---|
| 49% | 50% |
Source: DfE 16 to 18 progression to higher education or training, 2024/25 performance tables. England figures are for state-funded schools.
Admissions
Apply through the council where you live, even if the school is in a different council area. This school is in Surrey. The national closing date for secondary applications is 31 October, and offers are sent on 1 March.
How hard is it to get in?
For the September 2026 intake there were fewer first-choice applications than places.
| Places offered | 231 |
|---|---|
| Families who put it first | 191 |
| Of those, offered a place | 178 (93%) |
| Families who listed it at all | 665 |
First-choice applications per place: 2024: 0.8 · 2025: 0.8 · 2026: 0.8
This isn't your chance of getting a place. That depends on the school's admissions rules (for example siblings, distance or faith) and where you live. Source: DfE applications and offers, September 2026 intake.
Pupils, staff and SEND
| Pupils | This school | Surrey | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eligible for free school meals in the last 6 years 19th highest of 59 state secondary schools in Surrey. Higher than 31% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 20.3% | 15.3%* | 28.9% |
| With an education, health and care plan Joint 39th highest of 59 state secondary schools in Surrey. Higher than 56% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 3.2% | 3.6%* | 3.1% |
| Receiving special educational needs support 4th highest of 59 state secondary schools in Surrey. Higher than 88% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 20.4% | 13.5%* | 13.4% |
| English as an additional language 45th highest of 59 state secondary schools in Surrey. Higher than 33% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 7.1% | 12.8%* | 19.2% |
| Overall absence (sessions missed) 33rd lowest of 58 state secondary schools in Surrey. Lower than 60% of 3,411 state secondary schools in England. | 7.8% | 7.3%* | 8.4% |
| Persistently absent (missed 10% or more) 35th lowest of 58 state secondary schools in Surrey. Lower than 62% of 3,411 state secondary schools in England. | 21.1% | 18.6%* | 23.4% |
| Suspensions per 100 pupils 53rd lowest of 59 state secondary schools in Surrey. Lower than 26% of 3,445 state secondary schools in England. | 27.8 | 14.1 | 21.2 |
| Pupils suspended at least once 48th lowest of 59 state secondary schools in Surrey. Lower than 31% of 3,445 state secondary schools in England. | 9.4% | 5.8% | 7.3% |
| Pupils permanently excluded1 pupil | 0.07% | 0.15% | 0.23% |
| Pupils per teacher Joint 39th highest of 59 state secondary schools in Surrey. Higher than 30% of 3,442 state secondary schools in England. | 15.9 | 16.7 | 16.7 |
| Pupils per adult (teachers and support staff) Joint 36th highest of 59 state secondary schools in Surrey. Higher than 52% of 3,445 state secondary schools in England. | 11.9 | 12.2 | 11.8 |
| Teachers who left during the year Joint 31st highest of 59 state secondary schools in Surrey. Higher than 44% of 3,430 state secondary schools in England. | 12.2% | 14.7%* | 14.2%* |
Comparisons are with secondary schools. Scales run from lower (left) to higher (right) figures. For absence and suspensions lower is better, so their scales run green to red; blue scales describe the school's pupils and staff and aren't good or bad. * Calculated by SchoolScores from the council's or England's schools, weighted by pupils (or teachers, for turnover); other figures are published by DfE. Sources: DfE school census 2024/25; DfE pupil absence 2024/25; DfE suspensions and permanent exclusions 2024/25; DfE school workforce census 2025/26; DfE teacher turnover 2024/25.
Nearby secondary schools
- Riddlesdown Collegiate 1.0 miles · Ofsted: Outstanding (2023) · 55% grade 5+ English and maths
- OneSchool Global Kenley Campus 1.6 miles · Independent, inspected by ISI · 0% A*/A at A level
- Croydon High School 1.7 miles · Independent, inspected by ISI · 56% A*/A at A level
- de Stafford School 1.8 miles · Ofsted: Good (2024) · 34% grade 5+ English and maths
- Oasis Academy Coulsdon 2.3 miles · Ofsted: Good (2015), confirmed 2024 · 52% grade 5+ English and maths
- The Quest Academy 2.5 miles · Ofsted: Requires improvement (2024) · 23% grade 5+ English and maths
- Cumnor House School 2.7 miles · Independent, inspected by ISI
- Royal Russell School 2.8 miles · Independent, inspected by ISI · 34% A*/A at A level
- Thomas More Catholic School 2.9 miles · Ofsted: Good (2019), confirmed 2024 · 38% grade 5+ English and maths
- Woldingham School 2.9 miles · Independent, inspected by ISI · 50% A*/A at A level
Straight-line distance. Distance isn't the same as a catchment area.
Questions parents ask
What is Warlingham School's Ofsted rating?
Warlingham School was rated Good by Ofsted at its inspection in 12 June 2013. At a shorter ungraded inspection in 10 November 2022, Ofsted found the school was still Good.
How did Warlingham School do in its GCSEs?
In 2024/25, 42% of pupils grade 5 or above in English and maths, 4 points below the England average of 45%.
Is Warlingham School oversubscribed?
For the September 2026 intake, 191 families put Warlingham School as their first choice for 231 places: fewer first-choice applications than places. 178 of those families were offered a place. Whether you get a place depends on the school's admissions rules and where you live.
Sources
- School details: Get Information about Schools (DfE), 26 September 2026. URN 138928.
- Inspections: Ofsted management information, data to 31 August 2026.
- Results: DfE school performance tables, GCSEs 2024/25, After Year 11 2024/25, A levels 2024/25, After sixth form 2024/25, Going on to university 2024/25.
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Page updated 26 September 2026.