Harington School
Harington School is a free schools 16 to 19 in Oakham for pupils aged 16 to 19. It has 358 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Harington School is Outstanding, from an inspection in April 2025.
Ofsted inspection: April 2025. A-level results: 2025.
| Type | 16-19 academy / Free schools 16 to 19 |
| Age Range | 16-19 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Huntsmans Drive Catmose Campus Oakham Rutland LE15 6RP |
| Reference Number | 141965 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 358 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 48.6%
Girls: 51.4% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 0% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 5.9% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 19.9 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | 98 | 93 | 191 |
| 13 | 76 | 91 | 167 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 87.7% |
| White, Other | 3.6% |
| Asian, Other | 2.8% |
| Mixed, Other | 1.4% |
| Unclassified | 1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.8% |
| African | 0.8% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 0.6% |
| White & Asian | 0.3% |
| Indian | 0.3% |
| Irish | 0.3% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% |
Harington School continues to excel as an outstanding provider of education for learners aged 16 to 19. With a student population of 328, the school demonstrates a strong commitment to academic excellence and personal development, supported by a well-rounded curriculum and extensive enrichment opportunities. Leaders and teachers are highly effective, fostering an environment where learners are motivated, respectful, and well-prepared for their future pathways, including higher education and employment. The recent inspection marks the first short inspection since the school was previously graded outstanding in 2017, and it affirms the ongoing high standards and exceptional outcomes for students.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 05 Mar 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 05 Mar 2025 | Short inspection: |
| 17 Jan 2017 | Full inspection: |
Strengths
- High academic standards and exceptional educational support.
- Effective leadership with a clear vision for inclusive education.
- A well-rounded curriculum supporting both academic and social development.
- Teachers are knowledgeable and passionate, designing challenging lessons.
- Robust careers programme that helps students make informed decisions.
- Excellent behaviour, attendance, and punctuality among learners.
Points
| Points | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Points | 38.36 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| Average Points (best 3) | 38.08 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
Grades
| School | Local | Nationwide | |
| Average Grade | B | B | C+ |
| Average Grade (best 3) | B- | B | C+ |
| Percentage | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students getting AAB or better | 26.3% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
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Unlock for £9.99In 2024–25, 0.3% of pupils at Harington School were suspended at least once (nationally 7.3%). No pupils were permanently excluded.
Pupils suspended at least once
| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suspensions per 100 pupils | 0.0 | 0.7 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.9 | 0.6 | 0.3 |
| Permanent exclusions | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Source: Department for Education, Suspensions and permanent exclusions in England. Each year is the one the school year ends in (2025 is 2024/25). A pupil can be suspended more than once, so suspensions per 100 pupils can be higher than the share of pupils suspended. Very small numbers are hidden by the DfE. Exclusion figures dropped in 2020 and 2021 because of school closures.
In 2025–26 Harington School had 16.9 pupils for each teacher (the national figure for secondary schools was 16.7). Of its teachers in 2024–25, 8.2% were no longer at the school a year later (nationally 14.1%).
Pupils per teacher
Teachers who left the school within a year
| 2016 | 2017 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils per adult | 7.6 | 12.5 | 13.2 | 14.7 | 12.0 | 14.8 | 17.1 | 17.8 | 18.5 | 14.6 |
| Teachers who left state teaching | 0.0% | 5.6% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 20.5% | 0.7% | 4.5% | 13.8% | 0.0% | – |
| Teachers who took any sick leave | 30.8% | – | 34.9% | – | 37.7% | 53.8% | 2.4% | 29.2% | 35.6% | – |
| Sick days per teacher | 0.8 | – | 0.6 | – | 1.8 | 4.7 | 0.6 | 1.9 | 1.1 | – |
Source: Department for Education, School workforce in England. Each year is the one the school year ends in (2025 is 2024/25). Pupils per teacher counts full-time-equivalent pupils and teachers. Turnover is the share of a year's teachers (full-time equivalent) who were not at the school the following year, whether they moved to another school or left state-funded teaching. Turnover and sickness figures run one year behind the ratios. Sick leave is the share of teachers who took at least one day in the year, so it swings widely at small schools, where a few teachers can make it 0% or 100%. The national figures are for all state schools of the same type.
In 2025–26, 3.4% of pupils at Harington School were on SEN support (nationally 14.1%) and 0.0% had an education, health and care (EHC) plan (nationally 3.5%).
Pupils by main type of need
| SEN support | EHC plan | |
|---|---|---|
| Specific learning difficulty | 7 | 0 |
| Social, emotional and mental health | 3 | 0 |
| Autistic spectrum disorder | 2 | 0 |
Source: Department for Education, Special educational needs in England (the 2025–26 school census). SEN support is extra help in school without an EHC plan. National figures are for all state-funded secondary schools. Counts are as published, with small numbers not hidden.
In 2024–25 Harington School received £6,097 and spent £6,152 for each of its 330 pupils. It ended the year with reserves of £182,000 (£552 per pupil).
Across all 3 schools of Rutland and District Schools' Federation, income was £7,721 and spending £7,713 per pupil.
Income per pupil
Spending per pupil
| 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue reserve | -£477,000 | -£478,000 | -£403,000 | -£281,000 | -£139,000 | £152,000 | £182,000 |
| per pupil | -£1,931 | -£1,689 | -£1,476 | -£966 | -£411 | £463 | £552 |
| In-year balance | -£28,000 | -£1,000 | £74,000 | £82,000 | £182,000 | £306,000 | -£18,000 |
| per pupil | -£113 | -£4 | £271 | £282 | £538 | £933 | -£55 |
Source: Department for Education, Financial Benchmarking and Insights Tool. Each year is the one the financial year ends in (2024 is 2023–24). Academy figures include a share of the trust's central services, shared out by pupil numbers, and are rounded to the nearest £1,000. Premises costs were defined differently from 2024, so compare them across that gap with care.
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0.38 miles |
|
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Sandringham Close, Oakham, Rutland, LE15 6SH |
0.54 miles |
|
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Burley Road, Oakham, Rutland, LE15 6GY |
0.78 miles |
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English Martyrs' Catholic Voluntary Academy
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0.84 miles |
|
Brooke Hill Academy
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0.93 miles |
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Langham CofE (Controlled) Primary School
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1.17 miles |
|
Whissendine Church of England Primary School
Main Street, Whissendine, Oakham, Rutland, LE15 7ET |
3.41 miles |
|
St Nicholas Church of England Primary School
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4.2 miles |
|
Somerby Primary School
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4.66 miles |
|
Exton and Greetham CofE Primary School
Garden Road, Exton, Oakham, Rutland, LE15 8AY |
4.93 miles |
| Name | Distance |
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Catmose College
Huntsmans Drive, Oakham, Rutland, LE15 6RP |
0.16 miles |
|
Oakham School
Chapel Close, Oakham, LE15 6DT |
0.61 miles |
|
The Shires at Oakham
3 Uppingham Road, Oakham, Rutland, Should be blank, LE15 6JB |
0.82 miles |
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The Grange Therapeutic School
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All schools in Oakham · Rutland local authority: places and applications
Harington School is part of Rutland and District Schools' Federation, which runs 3 schools. The nearest others:
- Catmose College Oakham
- Catmose Primary Oakham
What is Harington School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Harington School is Outstanding, from an inspection in April 2025.
When was Harington School last inspected by Ofsted?
Harington School was last inspected in April 2025.
How many pupils does Harington School have?
Harington School has 358 pupils on roll.
What age range does Harington School cover?
Harington School for pupils aged 16 to 19.
Where is Harington School?
Harington School is at Huntsmans Drive, Catmose Campus, Oakham, Rutland, LE15 6RP.