Dronfield Henry Fanshawe School is a secondary voluntary-controlled school in Dronfield, East Midlands. It has not yet been rated by students on y.school. Be the first to rate this voluntary-controlled school and help other students and parents understand what the school experience is really like.
In terms of academic performance, Dronfield Henry Fanshawe School has a Progress 8 score of +0.08 (above the national average), an Attainment 8 score of 50.9, 75% of students achieving grade 4+ in English and Maths, an average A-Level grade of C+.
The school has 1,854 pupils on roll, a teacher turnover rate of 3.8%, 14% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 8.1%.
After leaving Dronfield Henry Fanshawe School, student destinations include 73% going on to university and 5% entering apprenticeships.
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Dronfield Henry Fanshawe School has a Progress 8 score of +0.08, which is above the national average of 0. Progress 8 measures how much progress students make between the end of Key Stage 2 and their GCSE results, compared to students with similar starting points nationally.
The school's Attainment 8 score is 50.9. Attainment 8 measures the average achievement of students across 8 qualifications including English, Maths, three EBacc subjects, and three open group qualifications.
75% of students at Dronfield Henry Fanshawe School achieved grade 4 or above in both English and Maths GCSEs.
Students at Dronfield Henry Fanshawe School achieve an average A-Level grade of C+. This metric covers all A-Level and equivalent qualifications taken at the school.
Dronfield Henry Fanshawe School has an overall absence rate of 8.1%. The national average for secondary schools is approximately 5.5%.
The teacher turnover rate at Dronfield Henry Fanshawe School is 3.8%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.
Dronfield Henry Fanshawe School has 1,854 pupils on roll.
14% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.
After leaving Dronfield Henry Fanshawe School, 73% go on to university and 5% enter apprenticeships.
Source: Department for Education, Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score.
Data last updated: April 2026
Dronfield Henry Fanshawe School was rated "Good" by Ofsted following an inspection in July 2023 (2 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Dronfield Henry Fanshawe School is next inspection expected around 2027.
A "Good" rating means Ofsted found the school provides a high standard of education across all areas assessed. Around 65% of schools in England are rated Good, making it the most common rating.
Note: From November 2025, Ofsted replaced single-word judgements with detailed report cards covering multiple categories. While Dronfield Henry Fanshawe School's rating shown above was awarded under the previous system, Ofsted now provides more granular assessments. For the most up-to-date inspection information, check the school's report card on the Ofsted website.
Ofsted data is displayed for context only and does not influence the Student Score. For the official Ofsted report, visit reports.ofsted.gov.uk.
Crime Nearby
46/mo
Within ~1 mile (Police.uk)
Violent Crime
13/mo
28% of total
Air Quality
Good
NO₂: 10.3 µg/m³ · PM2.5: 8.2
Bus Stops
18
Within 500m
Nearest Station
Dronfield Rail Station
0.3km away · 3 stations nearby
Source: Police.uk, DEFRA UK-Air, DfT NaPTAN. Based on the school's location — actual conditions may vary.
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Quality of Education
Good
Behaviour & Attitudes
Outstanding
Personal Development
Outstanding
Leadership & Management
Good
Parent View
Would Recommend
100%
Child is Happy
73%
Child Feels Safe
73%
Source: Department for Education / Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score. Small schools may show extreme percentages due to small sample sizes.