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The Purcell School
Ages 8–19195 pupilsFaithNone
The Purcell School is a school for pupils aged 8 to 19 in Hertfordshire. The school has around 195 pupils on roll. Families comparing schools in Hertfordshire can view The Purcell School's Ofsted rating, pupil numbers and exact location free on NestScope. Set in Hertfordshire (WD23 2TS), The Purcell School serves families across the surrounding catchment area. It also appears on the interactive map alongside nearby schools and their Ofsted ratings, with local transport, safety, healthcare and green-space data to help compare areas.
GCSE results — Key Stage 447.7
Attainment 847.7
England avg 45.1 · was 40.2 in 2023/24
Grade 5+ English & maths54%
England avg 45% · was 46% in 2023/24
Grade 4+ English & maths83%
England avg 65% · was 55% in 2023/24
EBacc entry0%
England avg 39%
EBacc average point score4.41
England avg 4.03
DfE, 2024/25. What is a Progress 8 score?
Sixth form — A-levelB-
A-level grade (point score)B-
APS per entry 37.0
A-level grade (best 3)B-
APS best 3: 35.6
AAB or better3%
Value added+0.11
Average · 95% CI -0.1 to 0.3
DfE 16-18 results, 2024/25
Pupil intake
SEN support
EHC plan
DfE school census, 2025/26
Nearby schools
Queens' School0.1 miGurukula - The Hare Krishna Primary School0.5 miHighwood Primary SchoolGood · 0.5 miLongwood School0.5 miBournehall Primary School0.8 miFalconer SchoolRequires Improvement · 0.9 mi
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