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The Wavell School
Lynchford Road, The Wavell School, Farnborough GU14 6BH
The Wavell School is a non-selective secondary school maintained by the local authority (Hampshire). It has about 1,020 boys and girls aged between 11 and 16. In October 2012 the school was rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted.
Particular strengths include Representation, Attainment, Environment and Progress. Relative weaknesses include Finances, Disadvantaged pupils, Admissions and Destinations.
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Representation: In balance. The socio-economic mix and ethnic representation are both in balance with the local community. Show details
Attainment: Above average. (This doesn't take into account pupils' prior performance. For that, see Progress.)
Environment: Above average. Air pollution and traffic accidents are roughly average, while crime is very low.
Progress: Above average. (This takes into account pupils' prior performance. For information about actual grades, see Attainment.)
Attendance: About average. Pupil absence rates are roughly average and the incidence of persistent absence is quite low.
Destinations: Below average. The proportion of students going on to education or training at 16 is quite low. Show details
Admissions: Below average. The occupancy rate is quite high and the offer rate is quite low. There is no compulsory entrance exam.
Disadvantaged pupils: Below average. Progress up to age 16 is about average. Destinations at 16 are poor. There is no information for students aged 16-18.
Finances: Poor. However, the school budget has been roughly in balance
Sixth form: There is no sixth form at this school.

Provision for special educational needs
 Specific learning difficulty
Source: Department for Education. For full, up-to-date details, always ask a representative of the school.
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