The Hamble School

About The Hamble School

The Hamble School is a happy, thriving and vibrant learning community for students aged 11-16. Our motto ‘Achieving Excellence Together’ encapsulates our ethos of high expectations and ambition for all students. We work together in partnership with parents/carers and the local community to ensure that students are supported to achieve their very best and leave The Hamble School as ‘lifelong learners’.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Miss L Cambridge, BSc (Hons), MA Ed. NPQH

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.5

Teaching Quality 5.0

Communication 4.5

Student Wellbeing 4.5

Facilities 4.5

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 241 responses • 21.9% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

87.1% positive 12.4% negative

My child feels safe at this school

89.2% positive 9.1% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

83.8% positive 13.7% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

86.7% positive 8.7% negative

My child does well at this school

88% positive 9.1% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 241 parent responses to the official Ofsted survey.

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

17.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Excellent

64.7

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Secondary School Results (Key Stage 4)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

45.2

Attainment 8

Average grade across 8 subjects

-0.18

Progress 8

Below average

49.1%

English & Maths 9-5

Strong pass in both

65.3%

English & Maths 9-4

Standard pass in both

Additional Information

43.1% entered EBacc

28.2% achieved EBacc

216 pupils in cohort

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 3

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Emily B

Parent Sep 15, 2022

5.0

"Excellent school and supportive staff!"

I've been extremely impressed with The Hamble School since my daughter joined in Year 11. The staff are always available to support her and the facilities are top-notch. Their focus on 'Achieving Excellence Together' really shines through in everything they do.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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David T

Parent Mar 20, 2021

4.0

"A great school with a lot to offer"

We chose The Hamble School for its excellent reputation and diverse range of extracurricular activities. My son is thriving in a competitive environment and the teachers are always willing to help. One area for improvement might be communication with parents.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Rebecca G

Parent Nov 5, 2020

4.0

"A good school, but some challenges"

My child attended The Hamble School for a few years and had a generally positive experience. The school's values and ethos are excellent and the facilities are modern, but sometimes the system for reporting absences was a bit confusing and there were some issues with teacher availability.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 4/5

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