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Schools in Whitchurch (Basingstoke and Deane)

A town in Hampshire

  • Town
  • 5 schools and nurseries
  • 1,354 pupils

In short: Most primary schools here are rated Good or better, more than across England. Results at 11 are above England, and results at 16 were above England in 2026. Fewer pupils miss a lot of school than across England.

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A red-brick school building under a blue sky

Whitchurch (Basingstoke and Deane) at a glance

Ahead of England on primary inspections

How Whitchurch (Basingstoke and Deane)'s schools compare with England, area by area.

DfE and Ofsted data, 2014 to 2026How we work this out
  • Schools and nurseries51 primary · 1 secondary · 3 nurseries
  • Primaries Good or better100%England 95%
  • Met the standard at 1169%England 62%
  • Grade 5 in English and maths59%Attainment 8 51.7, England 46.2
  • Free school meals, primary14%A sign of family income
  • Missed a lot of school16%England 18%
Top-rated

The highest-rated schools in Whitchurch (Basingstoke and Deane)

Primary and secondary schools are ranked by Eduscope score, which weighs up results, inspections, attendance and more. Nurseries, special and independent schools aren't ranked. A high score isn't everything: always visit.

All Whitchurch (Basingstoke and Deane) primary schools

Top Primary Schools in Whitchurch (Basingstoke and Deane)

1 mainstream schools in Whitchurch (Basingstoke and Deane), best first

Top Secondary Schools in Whitchurch (Basingstoke and Deane)

1 mainstream schools in Whitchurch (Basingstoke and Deane), best first

Testbourne Community School

Whitchurch, RG28 7JF · State · Secondary · Ages 11 to 16

  • Ofsted:Good

Results above the England average.

154 first choices, 179 offers made

Attainment 8 at 1651.7

England 46.2

Days missed
8.5%
Pupils
949
Pupils per teacher
18.5
View school Testbourne Community School

Nurseries in Whitchurch (Basingstoke and Deane)

3 in Whitchurch (Basingstoke and Deane), highest Ofsted grade first

The map

Every school in Whitchurch (Basingstoke and Deane), on one map

Each dot is a school or nursery, coloured by its latest Ofsted grade. Point at a dot to see its name, or use the list.

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Whitchurch Church of England Primary School, Good in every areaTestbourne Community School, GoodThe Oak Tree Nursery & Pre-School Ltd, GoodRising Fives Pre School, GoodWhitchurch Montessori Nursery and Forest School, Expected standard or better
  • Good3
  • Not graded yet2
Before you apply

Apply through the council where you live

Your home council handles your application, wherever the school is. Living nearby doesn't guarantee a place: each school's admission rules decide.

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What's on offer for each age

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More ways to narrow it down

Here's how Whitchurch (Basingstoke and Deane)'s schools break down by type, faith and more.

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Whitchurch (Basingstoke and Deane) vs England

How good are Whitchurch (Basingstoke and Deane)'s schools?

Inspections, exam results and attendance, next to the figure for England where we have it.

Worked out by Eduscope from each school's published figures. Not an official statistic for this town.

Numbers that sum up Whitchurch (Basingstoke and Deane)

Whitchurch (Basingstoke and Deane)England

  • Primaries rated Good or Outstanding

    Latest Ofsted grade.

    100%

    England 95%

    Above England

  • Secondaries rated Good or Outstanding

    1 of the 1 with a grade.

    100%

    England 93%

    Above England

  • Met the expected standard at 11

    Reading, writing and maths.

    69%

    England 62%

    Above England

  • Grade 5 or above in English and maths

    At GCSE.

    59%

  • Pupils who miss a lot of school

    Missed 1 in 10 days or more. Lower is better.

    16%

    England 18%

    Better than England

  • Primary pupils on free school meals

    A sign of family income, not of school quality.

    14%

Ofsted grades

Latest graded inspection for the 1 school that has one.

100%

Good or Outstanding

  • Outstanding0
  • Good1
  • Requires improvement0
  • Inadequate0

How it has changed

Whitchurch (Basingstoke and Deane) in blue. There were no tests in 2020 and 2021 because of Covid.

Met the expected standard at 11
Covid gap50%70%90%20182019202320242025
69% in 2025. England now 62% (dashed line).
Grade 5 or above in English and maths
Covid gap40%60%80%2018201920222023202420252026
59% in 2026.
Pupils who miss a lot of school
Covid gap0%15%30%20142015201620172018201920212022202320242025
16% in 2025. England now 18% (dashed line).
Living here

What it's like for families

Whitchurch (Basingstoke and Deane) has 5 schools and nurseries.

There are 7% more pupils than in 2018, but numbers have fallen since 2025.

14% of primary pupils here get free school meals. Schools get extra money for each of them.

Pupil numbers

Pupils in Whitchurch (Basingstoke and Deane)'s state schools each January.

Up 7% since 2018. More children can mean popular schools fill up faster.

Free school meals

Out of every 10 primary pupils, how many get free school meals. It's a sign of family income, not of school quality.

Whitchurch (Basingstoke and Deane)14%

Dates to know

Apply through your local council, even for academies and faith schools.

  • 31 OctSecondary deadlineFor children starting Year 7.
  • 15 JanPrimary deadlineFor children starting Reception.
  • 1 MarSecondary offersOffers day for Year 7 places.
  • 16 AprPrimary offersOffers day for Reception places.

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Questions

Questions parents ask about Whitchurch (Basingstoke and Deane)

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How many schools are in Whitchurch (Basingstoke and Deane)?

Whitchurch (Basingstoke and Deane) has 5 schools, including 1 primary school, 1 secondary school, 3 nurseries. Some count in more than one group. You can browse each category using the filters on Eduscope.

What are the best schools in Whitchurch (Basingstoke and Deane)?

The highest-ranked schools in Whitchurch (Basingstoke and Deane) on Eduscope are Testbourne Community School, Whitchurch Church of England Primary School. We rank each state school against schools of the same phase across England on its Ofsted inspection, results and attendance. Independent, special and nursery schools aren't ranked.

What percentage of schools in Whitchurch (Basingstoke and Deane) are rated Good or Outstanding?

100% of inspected schools in Whitchurch (Basingstoke and Deane) hold a Good or Outstanding Ofsted rating, which is above the England average of 94.8%. This includes 0 schools rated Outstanding and 1 rated Good.

How do primary schools in Whitchurch (Basingstoke and Deane) perform at Key Stage 2?

Across primary schools in Whitchurch (Basingstoke and Deane), 69% of pupils meet the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths at Key Stage 2. This is based on the latest published results from the Department for Education.

What is the average pupil-teacher ratio in Whitchurch (Basingstoke and Deane)?

The average pupil-teacher ratio across schools in Whitchurch (Basingstoke and Deane) is 19.4:1. While not a direct measure of class size, this indicates the level of teaching resource available per pupil. Across England it is 17.9:1.

What is the persistent absence rate in Whitchurch (Basingstoke and Deane) schools?

The persistent absence rate across schools in Whitchurch (Basingstoke and Deane) is 16.1%. A pupil is classed as persistently absent if they miss 10% or more of school sessions. Across England it is 18.1%.

How many pupils attend schools in Whitchurch (Basingstoke and Deane)?

There are 1,354 pupils enrolled across schools in Whitchurch (Basingstoke and Deane), with 405 in primary and 949 in secondary. 15.4% of pupils are eligible for free school meals.

How do I choose the right school in Whitchurch (Basingstoke and Deane)?

Start by considering your child's age, your location, and whether you prefer a state or independent school. Use Eduscope to compare 5 schools in Whitchurch (Basingstoke and Deane) by Ofsted ratings, exam results, and distance. Filter by school type, gender, religious character, and admissions policy to narrow your options.

Sources: DfE school performance tables, DfE school census and workforce, DfE pupil absence, Ofsted. Photos are stand-ins.

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