Wyvern College
| Type | Secondary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 11-16 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Botley Road Fair Oak Eastleigh Hampshire SO50 7AN |
| Phone | 02380692679 |
| Reference Number | 138184 |
Wyvern College has been inspected again and is confirmed to continue as a good school. It fosters a strong sense of community and inclusivity, promoting respect for diversity among its pupils. With an ambitious curriculum that covers all key national subjects, the school is committed to providing equitable education for all students, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Most pupils demonstrate good behavior and feel safe, benefiting from a variety of clubs and activities that enrich their school experience. However, there are areas that require attention to ensure consistent progress and understanding among all pupils.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 1331 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 50.26%
Girls: 49.74% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 20.5% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 4.2% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 24.6 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 133 | 144 | 277 |
| 8 | 136 | 123 | 259 |
| 9 | 135 | 132 | 267 |
| 10 | 129 | 133 | 262 |
| 11 | 136 | 130 | 266 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 86.9% |
| White, Other | 3.9% |
| Mixed, Other | 2.2% |
| African | 1.1% |
| White & Asian | 0.9% |
| Chinese | 0.8% |
| Indian | 0.6% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.6% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 0.5% |
| Asian, Other | 0.5% |
| Unclassified | 0.3% |
| Irish | 0.2% |
| Caribbean | 0.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.1% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 06 Dec 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 06 Dec 2023 | School inspection |
| 13 Mar 2018 | Short inspection |
| 27 Mar 2014 | Full inspection: |
| 10 Aug 2012 | Academy conversion letter |
| 14 Sep 2010 | Full inspection: |
| Previously as Wyvern Technology College | |
| 14 Sep 2010 | Full inspection: |
| 17 Oct 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 17 Oct 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 03 Mar 2003 | Full inspection |
| 03 Mar 2003 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Strong community feel fostering inclusivity and respect for diversity.
- High expectations for pupil achievement and behavior.
- Ambitious curriculum with in-depth study in key stage 3.
- Effective support for pupils with SEND, leading to good learning outcomes.
- Strong focus on developing pupil character and understanding of the world.
Areas for Improvement
- Implementation of the curriculum is not consistently embedded across all subjects.
- Teachers occasionally move on before ensuring pupils fully grasp key concepts.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| 44.8 |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 43.8% | ||
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 60% |
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:
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| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 84 | 12 |
| Third Preference | 141 | 2 |
| From another Local Authority | 3 | 2 |
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Fair Oak Junior School
Botley Road, Fair Oak, Eastleigh, Hampshire, SO50 7AN |
0.09 miles |
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Fair Oak Infant School
Botley Road, Fair Oak, Eastleigh, Hampshire, SO50 7AN |
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Wellstead Primary School
Wellstead Way, Hedge End, Southampton, Hampshire, SO30 2LE |
2.16 miles |
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2.45 miles |
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2.46 miles |
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2.57 miles |
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2.58 miles |
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2.79 miles |
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Shakespeare Junior School
St Catherine's Road, Eastleigh, Hampshire, SO50 4JT |
2.8 miles |
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2.81 miles |
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2.91 miles |
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3.31 miles |
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3.33 miles |
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2.92 miles |
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2.98 miles |
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3.26 miles |
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