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The Wavell School
Farnborough · Hampshire · GU14 6BH. secondary · Community school · State-funded · Ages 11 to 16. Compare published figures with nearby schools, then print a visit pack — not a league table.
Published snapshot
Figures come from the same Hampshire index as the compare tool. Gaps are common — treat blanks as prompts to dig deeper, not as a verdict.
- Ofsted overall
- Good
- KS2 RWM expected
- —
- Attainment 8
- 44
- English & maths 9–4
- 66%
Ofsted publication date: 14/12/2021. Open Ofsted report
Common questions
Short factual answers from published data — use the compare tool and a visit for fit, not tables alone.
What is The Wavell School's Ofsted rating?
The Wavell School has an overall Ofsted grade of Good (published 14/12/2021). Open the full report for context — a single grade is not a verdict on fit for your child.
What are The Wavell School's GCSE outcomes?
Published Attainment 8 is 44. English and maths 9–4: 66%. Use alongside inspection excerpts and visits — tables alone do not show everyday teaching.
Where is The Wavell School?
The Wavell School is in Farnborough (GU14 6BH), Hampshire. URN 116448.
How do I compare The Wavell School with nearby schools?
Open School Compass with The Wavell School shortlisted, enter your home postcode, tick two to four neighbours, then compare side by side and print a visit pack. School Compass is parental compare — patterns to visit on, not a ranked verdict.
Inspection excerpt
Verbatim from the published report (Ofsted inspection report). Open the full PDF for context.
Pupils at The Wavell School enjoy learning. They follow a broad curriculum, which allows them to choose from a wide range of options in Year 10. Pupils generally experience effective teaching that enables them to develop their understanding. Over the past 3 years, pupils' achievements in national assessments have been close to national averages.
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Other schools in Farnborough
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The Wavell School
URN: 116448
Local authority: Hampshire
Town: Farnborough
Postcode: GU14 6BH
Ofsted overall: Good (14/12/2021)
DfE data period: 2024/2025
Index updated: 2026-09-15
Canonical: https://schoolcompass.uk/schools/116448/
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