Marling School

A not judged academy converter school in Gloucestershire. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Marling School.

Stroud, GL54HE Ofsted: Not Judged Age 11-18 Boys intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

59

/ 100

Secondary with Sixth Form weighted harmonic mean of 5 indicators

Indicators used for Secondary with Sixth Form schools

Progress 8 score
68.4
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 0.64
English & Maths grade 4+ %
75.7
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 99.4%
Continue in education or training
45.7
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 52.0%
Sustained employment
68.1
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 34.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
50.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: Not Judged

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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

Not Judged
Overall effectiveness
Not Judged
Last inspected
19 November 2024
Previous grade
Outstanding
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
Effective

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

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Cainscross Road
Stroud, GL54HE
Phone
1453762251
Website
marling.gloucs.sch.uk/

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
137123
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary with Sixth Form
Address
Cainscross Road, Stroud, GL5 4HE
Website
http://www.marling.gloucs.sch.uk/
Age range
11-18
Gender
Boys
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
COTSWOLD BEACON ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
1,150 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
Yes
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
1,181
Free School Meals
3.8% (45 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
0.3% (4 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
94.7%
Good
Persistent Absence
11.0%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Real Success Rates

What happens to students after they leave this school

Continue Education
52.0%
University, college, or sixth form
Enter Employment
34.0%
Full or part-time jobs
Start Apprenticeships
4.0%
Learning while earning
Not in Education or Work
7.0%
NEET - needs support

Sixth Form University Progression

Where sixth form students go after graduation

University Progression
49%
Quality: Average
Sixth Form Size
185 students
Per cohort
Apprenticeships
4.0%

Key Performance Indicators

English & Maths Grade 5+:
99.4 (+47.4 vs average)
Attainment 8:
71.3 (+31.8 vs average)
EBacc Entry:
36.9 (+17.5 vs average)
Low Persistent Absence:
11.0 (6.5 below average)
Progress 8:
0.64 (+0.8 vs average)

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
74 pupils
Large Classes
Pupils per Year Group
148
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
1,181 pupils
11-18

Subjects This School Excels At

Subjects where students perform significantly above national average

Art & Design (Fine Art) (GCE A level)
★★★★ ★
(14 students)
Drama & Theatre Studies (GCE A level)
★★★★ ★
(6 students)
Art & Design (Graphics) (GCE A level)
★★★★ ★
(6 students)
English Literature (GCE A level)
★★★ ★★
(40 students)
Chemistry (GCE A level)
★★★ ★★
(37 students)

Strong performance in 5 subjects

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Abeunt Studia in Mores - 'Let us go forward through study to character'"

Inclusion Academic Excellence Respect Perseverence Passion for Learning

The four British Values are: Democracy, The rule of law, Personal responsibility and individual liberty, Mutual respect and tolerance of those of different faiths and beliefs. The Religious Studies curriculum, which is compulsory for all students up to KS4.

Head Teacher's Message

Welcome message from Mr Duncan Cook, CEO & Acting Principal, inviting exploration of Marling School and outlining its values and plans for the future.

Curriculum Highlights

Challenge lies at the heart of the curriculum. It is inclusive and knowledge-rich, with high-quality teaching and a broad range of subjects. The curriculum is fully planned and sequenced to build knowledge and skills toward ambitious end points. Reading and wider literacy skills are a key thread that runs through the curriculum across all subjects. Personal development, including Careers Education and PSHE, is central to the curriculum; there is a strong emphasis on lifelong learning. Homework and summative assessment are designed to promote regular review and spaced practice for long-term retention. The school emphasises breadth of curriculum and high-quality teaching across Key Stages 3–5, with a wide range of Sixth Form A Level options.

Admissions Criteria

To gain entry to Year 7, all pupils must sit and gain a qualifying rank in the Gloucestershire Grammar Schools Entrance Test. In-year admissions for Year 8 to Year 11 can be made and should be directed to the Admissions Officer by submitting an In-Year Application Form to [email protected].

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