Garth Hill College
| Type | Secondary / Community school |
| Age Range | 11-18 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Bull Lane Bracknell Berkshire RG42 2AD |
| Phone | 01344421122 |
| Reference Number | 110069 |
Garth Hill College continues to maintain the standards set in its previous inspection, showing effective action towards improvement. The school is characterized by a strong sense of inclusivity and well-being, supported by a highly effective pastoral system. Pupils enjoy learning in a calm atmosphere and feel safe and cared for, with opportunities for personal development visible through extracurricular activities. However, there remains a concern regarding the academic performance of disadvantaged students, which the school is actively addressing.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 1474 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 51.42%
Girls: 48.58% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 20.6% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 20.2% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 21.5 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 123 | 102 | 225 |
| 8 | 140 | 123 | 263 |
| 9 | 123 | 132 | 255 |
| 10 | 117 | 139 | 256 |
| 11 | 139 | 132 | 271 |
| 12 | 67 | 54 | 121 |
| 13 | 49 | 34 | 83 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 62.1% |
| White, Other | 10.1% |
| African | 5.8% |
| Indian | 3.9% |
| Asian, Other | 3.7% |
| Mixed, Other | 2.6% |
| Chinese | 2% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 1.8% |
| White & Asian | 1.6% |
| Unclassified | 1.4% |
| White & Black (African) | 1.1% |
| Pakistani | 1.1% |
| Caribbean | 0.4% |
| Irish | 0.2% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 22 Oct 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 22 Oct 2024 | School inspection |
| 03 Nov 2021 | Monitoring visit |
| 14 May 2019 | Full inspection: |
| 04 Jul 2018 | Monitoring visit |
| 21 Feb 2017 | Full inspection: |
| 21 May 2013 | Full inspection: |
| 21 Jun 2011 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 16 Sep 2009 | Full inspection: |
| 21 May 2008 | Monitoring visit |
| 10 May 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 26 Mar 2001 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Strong relationships between pupils and staff foster a friendly environment.
- Effective pastoral system prioritizes pupils' well-being and mental health.
- Improvements in curriculum have led to better learning and retention among pupils.
- Wide range of educational experiences enhance personal development.
- Strong subject knowledge of teachers, particularly in the sixth form, promotes high-quality learning.
Areas for Improvement
- Some teachers do not consistently check pupil understanding, leading to misconceptions.
- Disadvantaged pupils do not always achieve as well as their peers.
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
- English
- Maths
- 3 subjects from qualifications that count towards the English Baccalaureate (EBacc), like sciences, language and history
- 3 more GCSE qualifications (including EBacc subjects) or technical awards from a list approved by the Department for Education
Each grade a pupil gets is assigned a point score from 9 (the highest) to 1 (the lowest). These scores are added up, with English and maths counted twice.
| School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|
| 44.2 |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 37.3% | ||
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 54.5% |
Attainment 8 Score
Note: Exam results were not published in 2021 and 2022 due to the pandemic.
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
Sample
UnlockGCSE Results
Note: Exam results were not published in 2021 and 2022 due to the pandemic.
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| Points | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Points | 30.62 | ||
| Average Points (best 3) | 32.61 |
Grades
| School | Local | Nationwide | |
| Average Grade | C | C+ | C+ |
| Average Grade (best 3) | C+ | C+ | C+ |
| Percentage | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students getting AAB or better | 12.7% |
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 128 | 18 |
| Third Preference | 95 | 4 |
| From another Local Authority | 8 | 3 |
Previous Years
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| Staying in Education | |
| > Further Education | |
| > School Sixth Form | |
| > Sixth Form College | |
| > Other Education | |
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| Not in education or employment | |
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| Name | Distance |
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Sandy Lane Primary School
Sandy Lane, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG12 2JG |
0.22 miles |
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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Bracknell
Gipsy Lane, Bracknell Forest, Berkshire, RG12 9AP |
0.46 miles |
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Holly Spring Primary School
Lily Hill Road, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG12 2SW |
0.66 miles |
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Warfield Church of England Primary School
Sopwith Road, Bracknell, RG42 6BR |
0.87 miles |
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King's Academy Meadow Vale
Moordale Avenue, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG42 1SY |
0.95 miles |
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Whitegrove Primary School
Westmorland Drive, Warfield, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG42 3QS |
1.02 miles |
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Wildridings Primary School
Netherton, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG12 7DX |
1.08 miles |
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Fox Hill Primary School
Pondmoor Road, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG12 7JZ |
1.16 miles |
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Harmans Water Primary School
Wellington Drive, Harmans Water, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG12 9NE |
1.23 miles |
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St Michael's Easthampstead Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
Crowthorne Road, Easthampstead, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG12 7EH |
1.39 miles |
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Newbold School
Popeswood Rd, Binfield, Berks, RG42 4AH |
1.65 miles |
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Crown Wood Primary School
Opladen Way, Crown Wood, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG12 0PE |
1.68 miles |
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Great Hollands Primary School
Wordsworth, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG12 8YR |
1.7 miles |
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Lambrook School
Winkfield Row, Bracknell, RG42 6LU |
1.76 miles |
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Winkfield St Mary's CofE Primary School
Winkfield Row, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG42 6NH |
1.85 miles |
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The Pines School
Hanworth Road, Hanworth, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG12 7WX |
1.99 miles |
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Jennett's Park CofE Primary School
3 Tawny Owl Square, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG12 8EB |
2.01 miles |
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Birch Hill Primary School and Nursery
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2.02 miles |
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Binfield Church of England Primary School
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2.04 miles |
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King's Academy Oakwood
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2.1 miles |
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Ranelagh School
Ranelagh Drive, Bracknell, Berkshire, RG12 9DA |
0.59 miles |
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0.71 miles |
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The Brakenhale School
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0.87 miles |
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King's Academy Binfield
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1.37 miles |
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Heathfield School
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1.65 miles |
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1.87 miles |
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LVS Ascot
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1.94 miles |
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2.12 miles |
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Odyssey House School
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2.27 miles |
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Hawthorn Academy
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2.84 miles |
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Holme Grange School
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3.18 miles |
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3.31 miles |
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St George's School
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3.57 miles |
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3.6 miles |
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3.64 miles |
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3.75 miles |
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The Holt School
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4.12 miles |
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Luckley House School
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4.26 miles |
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The Marist School
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4.29 miles |
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Heathermount School
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4.4 miles |