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Highcliffe School
Christchurch·South West·Academy
SecondaryAcademyAges 11–19Co-edNone
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In terms of academic performance, Highcliffe School has a Progress 8 score of -0.05 (below the national average), an Attainment 8 score of 50.6, 77% of students achieving grade 4+ in English and Maths, an average A-Level grade of C+.
The school has a teacher turnover rate of 12.2%, 9% of pupils eligible for free school meals.
After leaving Highcliffe School, student destinations include 44% going on to university and 3% entering apprenticeships.
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Highcliffe School has a Progress 8 score of -0.05, which is below 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 50.6. Attainment 8 measures the average achievement of students across 8 qualifications including English, Maths, three EBacc subjects, and three open group qualifications.
77% of students at Highcliffe School achieved grade 4 or above in both English and Maths GCSEs.
Students at Highcliffe School achieve an average A-Level grade of C+. This metric covers all A-Level and equivalent qualifications taken at the school.
The teacher turnover rate at Highcliffe School is 12.2%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.
9% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.
13% of pupils receive SEN (Special Educational Needs) support or have an Education, Health and Care plan.
After leaving Highcliffe School, 44% go on to university and 3% enter apprenticeships.
Source: Department for Education, Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score.
Data last updated: May 2026
Highcliffe School was rated "Good" by Ofsted following an inspection in June 2023 (2 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Highcliffe 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 Highcliffe 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
30/mo
Within ~1 mile (Police.uk)
Violent Crime
6/mo
20% of total
Air Quality
Good
NO₂: 6.8 µg/m³ · PM2.5: 5.7
Bus Stops
7
Within 500m
Nearest Station
Hinton Admiral Rail Station
0.9km away
Source: Police.uk, DEFRA UK-Air, DfT NaPTAN. Based on the school's location — actual conditions may vary.
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Other schools in the Christchurch area
5.5
Average
/ 10
Data Score
Computed from 17 government data points. Not based on student reviews.
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.