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De La Salle School

Essex·Secondary·East of England·Voluntary aided school·SS14 2LA
URN: 115237
41.8
Attainment 8
National avg ≈ 46.4 · 2024/2025
-0.20
Progress 8
2023/2024 · CI: [-0.43, 0.03]
53.3%
5+ Eng & Maths
Grade 5+ in both · 2024/2025
63.8%
EBacc entry
% entering EBacc · 2024/2025

Decision summary

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Academic outcomesDeveloping academic outcomes

Attainment 8 of 41.8 is below the national average of around 46. Compare with progress data, which may show a different picture.

Attainment 8:
41.8
5+ Eng & Maths:
53%
Academic year:
2024/2025
Pupil progressBroadly average progress

Progress is close to average or statistically uncertain because the confidence interval crosses zero. This does not necessarily mean the school adds or detracts from pupil progress.

Progress 8:
-0.20
Confidence interval:
[-0.43, 0.03]
Admissions realismAdmissions realism: not yet assessed

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This is a selective school. Admission usually requires passing an entrance test. Check the school's admissions policy for test registration deadlines.

This school has a Roman Catholic religious character. Admissions may prioritise pupils who meet faith criteria. A Supplementary Information Form (SIF) may be required.

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  • Selective admissions: an entrance test (usually the 11+ or equivalent) is required. Check registration and test dates well in advance.
  • Faith admissions criteria apply (Roman Catholic). A Supplementary Information Form may be required. Evidence of faith practice may be needed.
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Performance over time

Attainment 8 over time

Progress 8 over time(not available 2024/25)

Historical results

YearPupilsAtt8P85+ E&MEBacc %EBacc APS
2024/202515241.853.3%63.8%3.8
2023/202415144.6-0.2063.6%68.9%4.0
2022/202315045.8-0.0861.0%71.0%4.1
2021/202214546.3-0.1266.0%75.0%4.3

Nearby and similar schools

Other secondary schools in Essex for local comparison.

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King Edward VI Grammar School, Chelmsford
Ofsted OutstandingAttainment 8 83.3Progress 8 +1.11
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Colchester Royal Grammar School
Ofsted InadequateAttainment 8 82.1Progress 8 +1.09
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Chelmsford County High School for Girls
Ofsted OutstandingAttainment 8 80.7Progress 8 +0.76
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Colchester County High School for Girls
Ofsted OutstandingAttainment 8 80.6Progress 8 +0.99
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School information

URN115237
Local authorityEssex
RegionEast of England
PhaseSecondary
TypeVoluntary aided school
Gender of entryMixed
Age range11-16
HeadteacherHeadteacher Paul Norris
Trust
AdmissionsNon-selective
Religious characterRoman Catholic
PostcodeSS14 2LA
Latest pupils152
FSM eligible26.1%

Contact and identifiers

Ghyllgrove, Basildon, Essex, SS14 2LA

www.dlsbasildon.org1268281234
DfE number4680
UKPRN10015284
Opened
GIAS updated2 Feb 2026

Data sources and freshness

Official record updated2 Feb 2026
Latest KS4 year2024/2025
Latest KS2 year
Ofsted published

Latest Ofsted inspection

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