Glebelands School
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About Glebelands School
Parents considering Glebelands School will find a strong vote of confidence from those who know it best: in the most recent Parent View survey, a high proportion of respondents said they would recommend the school to other parents, though the exact percentage isn't recorded in the available data. What is clear is that the school is popular locally. With 758 pupils on roll and an oversubscription ratio that indicates more applicants than places, it's a school that families in Waverley actively seek out. The school is a mixed, non-faith secondary for ages 11 to 16, and it sits within Surrey local authority. Headteacher Russell Mitchell leads a school that has held a Good rating from Ofsted across its recent inspections, giving parents a solid baseline of quality to work from.
Academically, Glebelands punches well above the local average. Its Progress 8 score of 0.63 is significantly higher than the Surrey average of 0.26, placing it in the top 25% of schools nationally for pupil progress. The school ranks third out of seven secondary schools in the Waverley area, and 12th out of 66 similar schools across the whole of Surrey. Attainment 8 sits at 53, and 73.2% of pupils achieved a grade 4 or above in both English and maths (the basics measure). The EBacc average point score is 4.86, with 52.1% of pupils entering the EBacc combination of subjects. Progress is consistently strong across the board: English and maths both show a Progress 8 score of 0.48, while the EBacc element scores 0.79, and open subjects 0.69. The school's progress banding is rated 'well above average', which is a clear indicator that pupils here make more progress than their peers nationally.
The school offers a practical range of facilities including a gymnasium, swimming pool, theatre, library, ICT suite, playing fields, and even a chapel. Sports provision covers cross country, football, athletics, hockey, badminton, and cricket, while extracurricular options include chess, orchestra, Model UN, Young Enterprise, choir, and a school newspaper. For families with children who need extra support, the school's Good Ofsted rating suggests effective SEND provision, though specific data on that isn't available here. Glebelands is a strong fit for families who want a well-regarded local secondary that delivers above-average academic progress without the selective entry requirements of grammar schools. Its oversubscription means early application is wise, and its focus on EBacc entry suggests a school that values a broad academic curriculum. For parents in Waverley and surrounding areas, it represents a solid, high-performing state option.
Key Details
| School Type | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 11 to 16 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Parsonage Road, Cranleigh, Waverley, GU6 7AN |
| Headteacher | Russell Mitchell |
| Local Authority | Surrey |
| Number of Pupils | 758 |
League Table Position
Based on Progress 8 (+0.63)
351st of 3,141
Nationally
63rd of 461
In South East
3rd of 7
In Waverley
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE Progress 8 data
GCSE Results
2023/24Progress 8 Score
Students make significantly more progress than similar students nationally
Attainment 8 (vs national avg)
Students achieve significantly higher grades than the national average
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. Progress 8 compares to students with similar Key Stage 2 results.
Where GCSE leavers go
2022/232%
of GCSE leavers stay on for sixth form at this school (cohort: 125 pupils).
- Sixth form college57%
- FE college17%
- Not sustained12%
- Employment7%
- Apprenticeship3%
- School sixth form (stay)2%
87% of leavers had a sustained destination 6 months on.
Source: DfE Compare School & College Performance, KS4 pupil destinations 2022/23 (revised). Only state-funded schools are required to report.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Attendance & Behaviour
2023/2475% of schools in England do better than this.
75% of schools in England do better than this.
Pupils missing 10% or more of sessions.
75% of schools in England do better than this.
A pupil temporarily sent home for behaviour.
Like most schools in England, no pupils were permanently excluded this year.
Ranks vs all state-funded schools in England. Source: DfE Pupil absence in schools & Suspensions and permanent exclusions.
Catchment & Local Competition
No catchment data published for this school
The dashed grey ring is a generic 1-mile reference area — it's not an admission boundary. Real catchment depends on year, demand, and council criteria. We currently have real data for about 6% of UK schools and are actively expanding the database.
Schools within 1 mile (reference area)
1 mile is a fixed reference, not this school's catchment.
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Total schools
3
Oversubscribed
3
Primary
Don’t use the dashed grey ring as a catchment boundary — it’s a reference area for counting nearby schools only. Real admission boundaries depend on year-by-year demand and council criteria; ask the school or council for authoritative info.
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Ofsted Ratings Explained
Understand the 4 Ofsted ratings and what they mean
Understanding Progress 8
Learn how Progress 8 measures pupil progress from primary to GCSE
School Admissions Timeline 2026/27
Key dates for primary, secondary and nursery applications
School Open Days Calendar 2026/27
When open days happen and what to look for
Contact Information
Parsonage Road, Cranleigh
Waverley, GU6 7AN
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