Best 3 Secondary schools in Basingstoke and Deane – 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: Testbourne Community School (Secondary) in Whitchurch; The Vyne Community School (Secondary) in Basingstoke; Brighton Hill Community School (Secondary) in Basingstoke — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Testbourne Community School, The Vyne Community School and Brighton Hill Community School. They are secondary phase and foundation school, community school and academy converter type located around Whitchurch, Hampshire and Basingstoke, Hampshire. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 2 (Testbourne Community School), published Jan 2024. The most recent inspection on record is for Testbourne Community School (Jan 2024). average roll around ≈ 1,000, combined total ≈ 2,950, typical FSM 20–25%, range 10–15%–30–35%; all within the South Farnham Educational Trust trust.

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Attribute	Testbourne Community School RG28 7JF	The Vyne Community School RG21 5PB	Brighton Hill Community School RG22 4HS
Phase / Type	Secondary • Foundation school	Secondary • Community school	Secondary • Academy converter
Location	Whitchurch Hampshire RG28 7JF	Basingstoke Hampshire RG21 5PB	Basingstoke Hampshire RG22 4HS
Latest Ofsted	2 24 Jan 2024	2 22 Jun 2022	2 15 Jun 2022
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 950 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 750 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 1,300 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	10–15% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	30–35% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	15–20% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	950	750	1259
Capacity utilisation	Near 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	Hampshire (850)	Hampshire (850)	South Farnham Educational Trust
Website	www.testbourne.school	www.vyne.hants.sch.uk	www.brightonhill.hants.sch.uk
Telephone	01256892061	01256473003	01256350606
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

Testbourne Community School

RG28 7JF

Phase / Type: Secondary • Foundation school
Location: Whitchurch
Hampshire
RG28 7JF
Ofsted: 2 24 Jan 2024
Pupils: ≈ 950 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 10–15% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Hampshire (850)
Website: www.testbourne.school
Telephone: 01256892061

The Vyne Community School

RG21 5PB

Phase / Type: Secondary • Community school
Location: Basingstoke
Hampshire
RG21 5PB
Ofsted: 2 22 Jun 2022
Pupils: ≈ 750 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 30–35% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Hampshire (850)
Website: www.vyne.hants.sch.uk
Telephone: 01256473003

Brighton Hill Community School

RG22 4HS

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy converter
Location: Basingstoke
Hampshire
RG22 4HS
Ofsted: 2 15 Jun 2022
Pupils: ≈ 1,300 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 15–20% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: South Farnham Educational Trust
Website: www.brightonhill.hants.sch.uk
Telephone: 01256350606

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.