Best 3 Secondary schools in Hampshire – comparison

Q: How are these comparisons built?

We align public datasets side-by-side. Headline Ofsted judgement and publication date are shown when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; free users see rounded values.

Q: What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded Section 8 visits do not replace the last graded judgement. We continue to show the latest graded judgement until a new graded inspection is published.

Q: Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are Pro features. Everyone can still compare approximate values.

Q: How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then consider distance and travel, roll versus capacity, and the admissions policy. Visit the school, ask about pastoral support and enrichment, and ensure it fits your child’s needs.

Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of secondary schools: The Petersfield School (Secondary) in Petersfield; Hounsdown School (Secondary) in Southampton; Bohunt School (Secondary) in Liphook — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares The Petersfield School, Hounsdown School and Bohunt School. They are secondary phase and academy converter type located around Petersfield, Hampshire, Southampton, Hampshire and Liphook, Hampshire. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (The Petersfield School), published Dec 2018. The lowest is 2 (Hounsdown School), published Jun 2024. The most recent inspection on record is for Hounsdown School (Jun 2024). average roll around ≈ 1,500, combined total ≈ 4,550, typical FSM 10–15%, range 5–10%–15–20%; all within the Bohunt Education Trust trust.

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Attribute	The Petersfield School GU32 3LU	Hounsdown School SO40 9FT	Bohunt School GU30 7NY
Phase / Type	Secondary • Academy converter	Secondary • Academy converter	Secondary • Academy converter
Location	Petersfield Hampshire GU32 3LU	Southampton Hampshire SO40 9FT	Liphook Hampshire GU30 7NY
Latest Ofsted	1 10 Dec 2018	2 30 Jun 2024	2 12 Jun 2024
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 1,400 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 1,300 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 1,850 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	10–15% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	15–20% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	5–10% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	1300	1215	1805
Capacity utilisation	Over capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Non-selective	Non-selective	Non-selective
Trust / Local authority	Bohunt Education Trust	Hampshire (850)	Bohunt Education Trust
Website	www.petersfieldschool.com	www.hounsdown.hants.sch.uk	www.bohunt.hants.sch.uk
Telephone	01730263119	02380862981	01428724324
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

The Petersfield School

GU32 3LU

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy converter
Location: Petersfield
Hampshire
GU32 3LU
Ofsted: 1 10 Dec 2018
Pupils: ≈ 1,400 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 10–15% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Bohunt Education Trust
Website: www.petersfieldschool.com
Telephone: 01730263119

Hounsdown School

SO40 9FT

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy converter
Location: Southampton
Hampshire
SO40 9FT
Ofsted: 2 30 Jun 2024
Pupils: ≈ 1,300 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 15–20% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Hampshire (850)
Website: www.hounsdown.hants.sch.uk
Telephone: 02380862981

Bohunt School

GU30 7NY

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy converter
Location: Liphook
Hampshire
GU30 7NY
Ofsted: 2 12 Jun 2024
Pupils: ≈ 1,850 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 5–10% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Bohunt Education Trust
Website: www.bohunt.hants.sch.uk
Telephone: 01428724324

Map of compared schools

How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.