De La Salle School

A good voluntary aided school school in Essex. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for De La Salle School.

Basildon, SS142LA Ofsted: Good Age 11-16 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

58

/ 100

Secondary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Secondary schools

Progress 8 score
49.9
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: -0.2
English & Maths grade 4+ %
57.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 64.9%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Good

How we weight each phase

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Good
Overall effectiveness
Good
Last inspected
9 October 2018
Previous grade
Good
Quality of education
9
Behaviour & attitudes
9
Personal development
9
Leadership & management
Requires Improvement
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Ghyllgrove
Basildon, SS142LA
Phone
1268281234
Website
dlsbasildon.org

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
115237
Type
Voluntary aided school
Phase
Secondary
Address
Ghyllgrove, Basildon, SS14 2LA
Website
www.dlsbasildon.org
Age range
11-16
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Roman Catholic
School status
Open
Capacity
750 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Diocese
Diocese of Brentwood
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
755
Free School Meals
33.1% (250 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
4.9% (37 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
91.7%
Good
Persistent Absence
23.2%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Key Performance Indicators

English & Maths Grade 5+:
64.9 (+12.9 vs average)
EBacc Entry:
29.8 (+10.4 vs average)
Attainment 8:
44.6 (+5.1 vs average)

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
21 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
126
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
755 pupils
11-16

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

Understanding and appreciation of the Catholic Faith through love and faith in Christ and thus to strengthen respect for religious and moral values in their daily lives High expectations of every student entrusted to us; preparing individuals for the many challenges the modern world has in store for them Developing academically, spiritually and pastorally and supporting and nurturing every individual to become the person God intended them to be Lasallian values and core Catholic principles that run through all the work we do today To help students develop lively and enquiring and creative minds, a love of learning, and to apply themselves to tasks through self-discipline and hard work A broad and balanced curriculum to equip and prepare students for the world in which they live An appreciation of their own worth and self-esteem and respect for other people, other faiths and other cultures A secure, happy and purposeful learning environment with the highest academic standards Fostering a spirit of respect and service within the local and wider community Providing excellent facilities with extensive Information and Computer Technology resources Opportunities and challenges to encourage confidence, self-esteem and a true sense of self-belief in personal achievement

De La Salle School is a Christian Community inspired by the vision and example of St. John Baptist De La Salle; Lasallian values and core Catholic principles run through the work of the school.

Head Teacher's Message

Headteacher Mr P Norris emphasizes Lasallian values, high expectations, and a commitment to developing students academically, spiritually and pastorally; pride in the school and its students and support for every milestone toward future education, employment or training.

Facilities

Excellent facilities with extensive Information and Computer Technology resources

Curriculum Highlights

Broad and balanced curriculum KS4 Curriculum

Admissions Criteria

ADMISSION CRITERIA 2026/2027: All Year 7 applications for September 2026 must be made through the online Essex portal. Faith category applicants must complete and return the SIF form (found in the link below) to De La Salle School before 31 October 2025. Unsuccessful Year 7 (2026-2027) applicants have the right to appeal to an independent appeals panel; deadline for lodging an appeal is Friday 27 March 2026. Appeals lodged after this date will be heard by the end of the summer term where possible, or in September 2026. The waiting list will be maintained by the LA until 31 August 2025 and thereafter at De La Salle School.

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