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In terms of academic performance, Twynham School has a Progress 8 score of +0.16 (above the national average), an Attainment 8 score of 49.8, 79% of students achieving grade 4+ in English and Maths, an average A-Level grade of C+.
The school has 1,703 pupils on roll, a teacher turnover rate of 19.8%, 11% of pupils eligible for free school meals.
After leaving Twynham School, student destinations include 51% going on to university and 4% entering apprenticeships.
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Twynham School has a Progress 8 score of +0.16, 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 49.8. Attainment 8 measures the average achievement of students across 8 qualifications including English, Maths, three EBacc subjects, and three open group qualifications.
79% of students at Twynham School achieved grade 4 or above in both English and Maths GCSEs.
Students at Twynham 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 Twynham School is 19.8%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.
Twynham School has 1,703 pupils on roll.
11% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.
20% of pupils receive SEN (Special Educational Needs) support or have an Education, Health and Care plan.
After leaving Twynham School, 51% go on to university and 4% enter apprenticeships.
Source: Department for Education, Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score.
Data last updated: May 2026
Twynham School was rated "Good" by Ofsted following an inspection in May 2024 (2 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Twynham School is next inspection expected around 2028.
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 Twynham 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
116/mo
Within ~1 mile (Police.uk)
Violent Crime
43/mo
37% of total
Air Quality
Good
NO₂: 7.8 µg/m³ · PM2.5: 5.8
Bus Stops
19
Within 500m
Nearest Station
Christchurch Rail Station
0.6km 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
5.8
Average
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Data Score
Computed from 23 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.