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Twynham School
Goodgraded 01/05/2024Ages 11–191,703 pupilsDoes not apply
Twynham School is a secondary school for pupils aged 11 to 19 in Christchurch, within the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole local authority. The school has around 1,703 pupils on roll. At its most recent graded Ofsted inspection in 01/05/2024, Twynham School was judged Good. Recent GCSE results show above-average progress (a Progress 8 score of +0.2), an average Attainment 8 score of 49.9 and 58% of pupils gaining a grade 5 or above in English and maths. Families comparing secondary schools in Christchurch can view Twynham School's Ofsted rating, GCSE results and exact location free on NestScope.
Ofsted & inspectionGood
Overall effectiveness & sub-judgements
Quality of educationGood
Behaviour & attitudesGood
Personal developmentGood
Leadership & managementGood
Last inspected 01/05/2024. How to read an Ofsted rating →
Strengths & watch points5 strengths · 0 watch
Computed from Ofsted & DfE outcomes vs England average
Quality of education
Behaviour & attitudes
Personal development
Leadership & management
Progress 8
Computed from published Ofsted judgements & DfE outcomes — not a written review.
GCSE results — Key Stage 4Above average
Attainment 853.5
Progress 8+0.2
Grade 5+ English & maths62%
Grade 4+ English & maths
EBacc entry
EBacc average point score
DfE, 2024/25. What is a Progress 8 score?
Sixth form — A-levelB-
A-level grade (point score)B-
APS per entry 36.0
Retention92%
Value added
DfE 16-18 results, 2024/25
Pupil intake17.4%
Free school meals17.4%
England avg 28.6%
English not first language8.0%
England avg 18.3%
DfE school census, 2025/26
Attendance & staffing92.4%
Attendance92.4%
England avg 91.0%
Pupils per teacher16.6
England avg 17.6
Persistent absence
Teachers with QTS
DfE — absence & workforce, 2025/26
Nearby schools in Christchurch
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