Hornsea School and Language College is a secondary community school in Hornsea, Yorkshire and the Humber. It has not yet been rated by students on y.school. Be the first to rate this community school and help other students and parents understand what the school experience is really like.
In terms of academic performance, Hornsea School and Language College has a Progress 8 score of -0.34 (below the national average), an Attainment 8 score of 43.7, 61% of students achieving grade 4+ in English and Maths, an average A-Level grade of C+.
The school has a teacher turnover rate of 6.2%, 14% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 9.4%.
After leaving Hornsea School and Language College, student destinations include 49% going on to university and 5% entering apprenticeships.
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Hornsea School and Language College has a Progress 8 score of -0.34, 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 43.7. Attainment 8 measures the average achievement of students across 8 qualifications including English, Maths, three EBacc subjects, and three open group qualifications.
61% of students at Hornsea School and Language College achieved grade 4 or above in both English and Maths GCSEs.
Students at Hornsea School and Language College achieve an average A-Level grade of C+. This metric covers all A-Level and equivalent qualifications taken at the school.
Hornsea School and Language College has an overall absence rate of 9.4%. The national average for secondary schools is approximately 5.5%.
The teacher turnover rate at Hornsea School and Language College is 6.2%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.
14% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.
After leaving Hornsea School and Language College, 49% 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
Hornsea School and Language College was rated "Good" by Ofsted following an inspection in November 2021 (4 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Hornsea School and Language College is overdue for reinspection.
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 Hornsea School and Language College'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
13/mo
Within ~1 mile (Police.uk)
Violent Crime
5/mo
38% of total
Air Quality
Good
NO₂: 4.7 µg/m³ · PM2.5: 6
Bus Stops
11
Within 500m
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.