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Hitchin Boys' School
Hitchin·East of England·Academy·boys
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SecondaryAcademyboysAges 11–18Does not apply
Hitchin Boys' School is a secondary academy in Hitchin, East of England. It has not yet been rated by students on y.school. Be the first to rate this academy and help other students and parents understand what the school experience is really like.
In terms of academic performance, Hitchin Boys' School has a Progress 8 score of +0.57 (above the national average), an Attainment 8 score of 56.3, 89% of students achieving grade 4+ in English and Maths, an average A-Level grade of C+.
The school has a teacher turnover rate of 10.3%, 6% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 5.0%.
After leaving Hitchin Boys' School, student destinations include 62% going on to university and 7% entering apprenticeships.
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Hitchin Boys' School has a Progress 8 score of +0.57, 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 56.3. Attainment 8 measures the average achievement of students across 8 qualifications including English, Maths, three EBacc subjects, and three open group qualifications.
89% of students at Hitchin Boys' School achieved grade 4 or above in both English and Maths GCSEs.
Students at Hitchin Boys' School achieve an average A-Level grade of C+. This metric covers all A-Level and equivalent qualifications taken at the school.
Hitchin Boys' School has an overall absence rate of 5.0%. The national average for secondary schools is approximately 5.5%.
The teacher turnover rate at Hitchin Boys' School is 10.3%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.
6% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.
After leaving Hitchin Boys' School, 62% go on to university and 7% enter apprenticeships.
Source: Department for Education, Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score.
Hitchin Boys' School was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted following an inspection in September 2021 (4 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Hitchin Boys' School is overdue for reinspection.
An "Outstanding" rating means Ofsted found the quality of education, behaviour, personal development, and leadership to all be of the highest standard. Only around 18% of schools in England hold this rating.
Note: From November 2025, Ofsted replaced single-word judgements with detailed report cards covering multiple categories. While Hitchin Boys' 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
133/mo
Within ~1 mile (Police.uk)
Violent Crime
40/mo
30% of total
Air Quality
Good
NO₂: 10 µg/m³ · PM2.5: 7.3
Bus Stops
19
Within 500m
Nearest Station
Hitchin Rail Station
1.0km away
Source: Police.uk, DEFRA UK-Air, DfT NaPTAN. Based on the school's location — actual conditions may vary.
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This inspection was 4 years ago. Schools are typically re-inspected every 4 years — this rating may no longer reflect the current school.
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.