Leventhorpe
Leventhorpe is an academy converter in East Hertfordshire for pupils aged 11 to 18. It has 1,463 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Leventhorpe is Good, from an inspection in May 2024. In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 47.1, and 47% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Ofsted inspection: May 2024. GCSE results: 2026. A-level results: 2025.
| Type | Secondary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 11-18 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Cambridge Road Sawbridgeworth Hertfordshire CM21 9BY |
| Phone | 01279836633 |
| Reference Number | 137156 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 1463 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 51.67%
Girls: 48.33% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 12.6% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 9.8% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 20.9 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 122 | 118 | 240 |
| 8 | 125 | 116 | 241 |
| 9 | 122 | 117 | 239 |
| 10 | 114 | 121 | 235 |
| 11 | 125 | 109 | 234 |
| 12 | 101 | 67 | 168 |
| 13 | 47 | 59 | 106 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 80.3% |
| White, Other | 7.6% |
| African | 2.1% |
| Mixed, Other | 2.1% |
| White & Asian | 1.5% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.8% |
| Asian, Other | 0.8% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 0.7% |
| Indian | 0.6% |
| Chinese | 0.5% |
| Pakistani | 0.5% |
| Caribbean | 0.3% |
| Unclassified | 0.2% |
| Irish | 0.1% |
Leventhorpe has been judged as 'Good' in its recent inspection, marking a shift from its previous 'Outstanding' rating over a decade ago. The school has implemented a robust educational framework that fosters a welcoming community where pupils thrive. Relationships between staff and pupils are strong, contributing to a calm learning environment. However, the inspection revealed that while pupils typically achieve well, there are areas where misconceptions in understanding are not always addressed promptly, leading to some gaps in knowledge for certain students. Overall, the school shows a commitment to improvement and continued support for students' academic and personal development.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Sixth Form Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 16 Apr 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 16 Apr 2024 | School inspection: |
| 14 Feb 2012 | Academy conversion letter |
| 12 Jan 2012 | Full inspection: |
| 30 Jun 2010 | Interim assessment |
| Previously as The Leventhorpe School | |
| 16 Nov 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 04 Feb 2002 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Strong relationships between staff and pupils.
- High level of engagement in learning.
- Support for pupils with special educational needs is effective.
- Strong focus on reading support, leading to confident readers.
- Extensive extra-curricular activities available.
- Effective careers programme for sixth-form students.
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistent checking of pupils' understanding in some subjects.
- Some pupils do not retain necessary knowledge due to unaddressed misconceptions.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| 47.1 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 46.6% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 62.4% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
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:
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| Points | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
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| Average Points | 31.55 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| Average Points (best 3) | 31.4 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
Grades
| School | Local | Nationwide | |
| Average Grade | C | B- | C+ |
| Average Grade (best 3) | C | B- | C+ |
| Percentage | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students getting AAB or better | 10.5% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
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What is Leventhorpe's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Leventhorpe is Good, from an inspection in May 2024.
When was Leventhorpe last inspected by Ofsted?
Leventhorpe was last inspected in May 2024.
How many pupils does Leventhorpe have?
Leventhorpe has 1,463 pupils on roll.
What age range does Leventhorpe cover?
Leventhorpe for pupils aged 11 to 18.
What are Leventhorpe's GCSE results?
In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 47.1, and 47% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Where is Leventhorpe?
Leventhorpe is at Cambridge Road, Sawbridgeworth, Hertfordshire, CM21 9BY.