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Best 3 Secondary schools in Rugby – comparison

Comparison of secondary schools: Lawrence Sheriff School (Secondary) in Rugby; Houlton School (Secondary) in RUGBY; The Avon Valley School and Performing Arts College (Secondary) in Rugby — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Lawrence Sheriff School, Houlton School and The Avon Valley School and Performing Arts College. They are secondary phase and academy converter, free schools and foundation school type located around Rugby, Warwickshire and RUGBY, Warwickshire. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Lawrence Sheriff School), published May 2022. The lowest is 2 (Houlton School), published Apr 2024. The most recent inspection on record is for Houlton School (Apr 2024). average roll around ≈ 1,000, combined total ≈ 3,050, typical FSM 20–25%, range 5–10%–30–35%; all within the Transforming Lives Educational Trust trust.

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Lawrence Sheriff School
CV21 3AG
Phase / Type
Secondary • Academy converter
Location
Rugby
Warwickshire
CV21 3AG
Ofsted
1 23 May 2022
Pupils
≈ 1,200 🔒 Exact value
FSM %
5–10% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA
Warwickshire (937)
Website
www.lawrencesheriffschool.net
Telephone
01788843700
Houlton School
CV23 1ED
Phase / Type
Secondary • Free schools
Location
RUGBY
Warwickshire
CV23 1ED
Ofsted
2 17 Apr 2024
Pupils
≈ 700 🔒 Exact value
FSM %
20–25% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA
Transforming Lives Educational Trust
Website
www.houltonschool.org.uk
Telephone
01788593300
The Avon Valley School and Performing Arts College
CV21 1EH
Phase / Type
Secondary • Foundation school
Location
Rugby
Warwickshire
CV21 1EH
Ofsted
2 18 May 2023
Pupils
≈ 1,100 🔒 Exact value
FSM %
30–35% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA
Warwickshire (937)
Website
www.avonvalleyschool.org
Telephone
01788542355
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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?
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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.
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