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Clayesmore School

Other independent school · Blandford Forum, DT11 8LL

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National ranking

A-level 2024/25

#1,100 of 2,536

Similar to most schools in England

Ranked by average points per A-level entry.

School facts

TypeOther independent school
Ages2 to 19
Pupils414
GenderMixed
Head teacherMrs Nicola Jones (Acting Head)
Local authorityDorset
Opened01 Jan 1925
WebsiteVisit

Source: Get Information about Schools, URN 113912.

GCSE results

2025/26

GCSE and equivalent results at the end of year 11. Attainment 8 averages results across 8 subjects.

MeasureThis schoolDorsetEngland
Attainment 8 scoreResults across 8 subjects, English and maths count twice. 50 is about a grade 5 average.26.5-46.2
Grade 4 or above in English and mathsGrade 4 is a standard pass.0%-64.8%
Grade 5 or above in English and mathsGrade 5 is a strong pass.0%-46.3%
Grade 7 or above in English and mathsGrade 7 is roughly an old A grade.0%-14.2%
5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4, including English and maths0%-60.2%
Pupils at the end of key stage 470--

Source: DfE, Key stage 4 performance, Academic year 2025/26, published 15 Oct 2026.

A-level results

2024/25

Results for students at the end of 16 to 18 study.

MeasureThis schoolDorsetEngland
Average points per A-level entryA* is 60, A is 50, B is 40, C is 30, D is 20, E is 10.34.79, similar to England-35
Average A-level gradeC+--
Average points, best three A-levels38.38, better than England-35.78
Average grade, best three A-levelsB--
AAB or better24.2%, better than England-17.5%
A-level progress scoreCompared with students with similar GCSE results. 0 is average.-0.06, similar to England--
A-level progressAverage, similar to England--
Students at the end of 16 to 18 study64--
Average applied general gradeVocational qualifications, such as BTECs.Merit---

Source: DfE, 16 to 19 performance, Academic year 2024/25, published 23 Apr 2026.

Pupils

2025/26

Pupils at the January school census.

MeasureThis school
Total pupils414
Girls201
Boys213
SEN supportPupils with special educational needs who get extra help at school.143
EHC planEducation, health and care plan: a legal plan for pupils with more complex needs.6

Source: DfE, Schools, pupils and their characteristics and School capacity, Academic year 2025/26, published 04 Jun 2026.

Destinations after A-levels

2023/24

Where students went after 16 to 18 study, sustained for at least two terms.

MeasureThis school
Sustained destinationIn education, an apprenticeship or work for at least two terms.84.4%
Higher education57.8%
Employment21.9%
Not sustainedDid not stay in education, an apprenticeship or work for two terms.12.5%
Further education1.6%
Apprenticeship0%

Source: DfE, 16 to 18 destination measures, Academic year 2024/25, published 15 Oct 2026.

Nearby schools

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Schools near Clayesmore School
DistancePhaseNameTypeRatingLinks
1.4 miPrimarySt Andrew's Church of England Primary SchoolAcademy sponsor led
Good

Frequently asked questions about Clayesmore School

How does Clayesmore School rank in England?

Clayesmore School ranks 1,100 of 2,536 schools in England for A-level 2024/25 (similar to most schools).

What are Clayesmore School's A-level results?

In 2024/25, the average A-level grade at Clayesmore School was C+, and 24.2% of students got AAB or better (England 17.5%).

How many pupils attend Clayesmore School?

Clayesmore School has 414 pupils aged 2 to 19.

Does Clayesmore School have a sixth form?

Yes, Clayesmore School teaches students up to age 19.

Figures are the latest published by the Department for Education for each measure. Small numbers are suppressed by the publisher to protect pupils' privacy. Read how Area360 school ratings and rankings work.