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Varndean School is a non-selective secondary school maintained by the local authority (Brighton and Hove). It has about 1,500 boys and girls aged between 11 and 16. In October 2022 the school was rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted.
Particular strengths include Representation, Attainment, Progress and Attendance. Relative weaknesses include Admissions and Finances.
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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: Excellent. (This doesn't take into account pupils' prior performance. For that, see Progress.)
Progress: Excellent. (This takes into account pupils' prior performance. For information about actual grades, see Attainment.)
Attendance: Above average. Pupil absence rates are roughly average and the incidence of persistent absence is quite low.
Destinations: Above average. The proportion of students going on to education or training at 16 is quite high. Show details
Disadvantaged pupils: Above average. Progress up to age 16 is above average. Destinations at 16 are about average. There is no information for students aged 16-18.
Environment: Above average. Air pollution and traffic accidents are roughly average, while crime is quite low.
Finances: Below average. However, the school budget has been roughly in balance
Admissions: Poor. The occupancy rate is very high and the offer rate is very low. There is no compulsory entrance exam.
Sixth form: There is no sixth form at this school.
Schools often provide or emphasise different subjects, especially in fields such as languages and the arts. The charts below show the relative popularities of exam subjects commonly sat at this school.
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Proportions of pupils entering in 2023
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