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A big school in every way - including expectations, ambition and heart. We saw first rate teaching and exceptional extracurricular and pastoral care. ‘An independent-level education for free,’ said parent after parent.
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Overview & data
- Pupil numbers
- 2,009 ·
- Sixth form numbers
- 189 ·
- Religion
- None
- Local authority
- Hampshire County Council
Headteacher
Headteacher
Mr Neil Strowger MA
Since June 2023, Randall Jull. Born in Chichester, degree in economics from Portsmouth, PGCE from Chichester. Started his career at Brune Park, where he became a maths advanced skills teacher. Thence to Milton Cross as vice principal before coming to
Entrance
Heavily oversubscribed for the 300 year 7 places, with 2,500 parents at recent open event. Priority to looked after children, children of staff, siblings, then those living in the catchment area and at one of 12 official primary schools - although
- Open days
- Check school website
Entry and exit data - year 7 entry (average 2020-2022)
Exit
Sixty per cent leave after GCSEs – most to neighbouring Godalming (which students perceive as ‘more relaxed and social’) or for apprenticeships. Most sixth formers to university, 70 per cent to Russell Group. Popular destinations include Bath,
% students progressing to higher education or training (2021 leavers)
What is this?
The proportion of 16-18 students that progressed to degrees, higher apprenticeships or other study at level 4 or above for at least 6 consecutive months in the 2 years after taking advanced level qualifications (level 3) at this school or college.
Latest results
In 2025, 35 per cent 9-7 at GCSEs. 46 per cent A*/A at A level (76 per cent A*-B).
GCSE - % of pupils achieving grade 5 or above (A* to C) in English and maths GCSE (2024)
What is this?
This tells you the percentage of pupils who achieved grade 5 or above in English and maths GCSEs.
A levels or equivalent - Average points score (2024)
What is this?
These figures tell you the average grade and average points that pupils achieved in their academic qualifications. A maximum of 60 points are available for a grade A* at A level.
Teaching & learning
Parents describe the school as ‘a machine’ - ‘It has to be because of its size,’ said one. Nobody is complaining - the students they produce do very well. ‘Excellent’ teachers ‘really push you’, say students, with younger ones (including those from
- Qualifications taken in 2024
- A level
- BTEC
- EPQ
- GCSE
Sixth form
‘Phenomenal’ sixth form, according to parents, due to its ‘exceptional teaching’ and ‘focus on independence’. Most students take three A levels (some four) from a broad selection including environmental science, photography and classical
Learning support & SEN
‘Zero stigma – we all need different help and support,’ students told us. Ten per cent are on the SEND register, with 39 EHCPs when we visited. Autism and dyslexia are the most common needs (along with mental health) and ADHD. They are supported by a
Arts & extracurricular
Students say music is a big part of the school. A quarter learn an instrument (80 per cent fee reduction for disadvantaged students) and there’s a choir, big band, orchestra, ensembles and popular productions including Rock Challenge, bi-annual
Sport
A sporty school, with inter-Trust sports competitions the main highlight. Students also praise the fierce but friendly rivalry with neighbouring Bedales – they are currently celebrating a three-year winning streak in basketball and hockey. Bohunt has
Ethos & heritage
Opened in 1978 and became an academy in 2011, with the Bohunt Education Trust encompassing 10 schools, including nearby Petersfield. Comprises largely redbrick single-storey buildings spread over a roomy campus on what used to be a strawberry farm.
Pastoral care, inclusivity & discipline
‘Incredible’ pastoral care, say parents. One told us the school ‘flexed our child’s needs in a way that was unbelievable – absolutely what kept them in school’. Praise too that teachers ‘see children for their strengths’. Students talk of good
Mobile phone policy
A clear mobile phone policy is a really important part of modern schooling. This school has provided us with their policy.
Mobile phone policy
Provided by the school and not part of our review Students are welcome to bring a mobile device to and from school so that parents can be contacted, but phones must be off and away when on the school premises. As a one-to-one iPad school, phones are not needed for educational purposes and we are clear that their use can be distracting from developing the social skills and etiquette needed to be high functioning in the 21st century. A seen or heard phone will be confiscated and returned at the end of day after a restorative conversation has occurred. Any further breaches and the parent will be required to collect.
Pupils & parents
Students we met were down-to-earth, polite and confident. They are proud of their school and appreciative of the opportunities on offer. Most come from surrounding Liphook, Liss and Haslemere, but some as far afield as Brighton and Hayling Island.
The last word
A big school in every way - including expectations, ambition and heart. We saw first rate teaching and exceptional extracurricular and pastoral care. ‘An independent-level education for free,’ said parent after parent.
Inspection reports
Ofsted reports
Full inspection: Good
You can read full reports on the Ofsted website
| Personal development | Outstanding |
|---|---|
| Quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Sixth form provision | Outstanding |
Full inspection: Outstanding
| Leadership and management | Outstanding |
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