Testbourne Community School
URN: 116502 • Whitchurch RG28 7JF
Overview
- Name
- Testbourne Community School
- URN
- 116502
- Type
- Foundation school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 64.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jon Beck (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01256892061
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Micheldever Road, Whitchurch RG28 7JF
Summary
Testbourne Community School is a mixed foundation secondary school located in Whitchurch, Hampshire, with a current enrolment of 940 pupils and a capacity of 950. The school prides itself on a strong academic performance, being recognised as the highest-performing secular school in the Basingstoke, Deane, and Andover areas. The ethos of the school centres around excellence, achievement, and integrity, fostering a supportive environment for all students.
The curriculum at Testbourne is designed to provide a well-rounded education, with a focus on personal development and career education. The school offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including the Duke of Edinburgh's Award, which enhances students' learning experiences beyond the classroom. Additionally, the school is committed to supporting students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and provides various resources to ensure all pupils can thrive.
Community engagement is a key aspect of Testbourne's approach, with events such as the annual Fireworks Evening fostering connections between the school and local residents. The school also prioritises communication with parents and carers, offering resources and support to facilitate student success and wellbeing. For more information, visit their website at http://www.testbourne.school.
The curriculum at Testbourne is designed to provide a well-rounded education, with a focus on personal development and career education. The school offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including the Duke of Edinburgh's Award, which enhances students' learning experiences beyond the classroom. Additionally, the school is committed to supporting students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and provides various resources to ensure all pupils can thrive.
Community engagement is a key aspect of Testbourne's approach, with events such as the annual Fireworks Evening fostering connections between the school and local residents. The school also prioritises communication with parents and carers, offering resources and support to facilitate student success and wellbeing. For more information, visit their website at http://www.testbourne.school.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- Attendance & Absences (sen)
- Special Educational Needs & Disabilities (SEND) (sen)
- SEND Find Out More (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Open Evening 2020 (calendar)
- Classroom 360° Photos (calendar)
- FAQ Videos (calendar)
- Headteacher Talk (calendar)
- Let's hear from our students! (calendar)
Nearby alternatives
- Sir John Talbot's School (60.4)
- Sir John Talbot's Technology College (45.2)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 940 | 461 | 479 | 950 | 14.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 941 | 468 | 473 | 950 | 12.20 |
| 2023-09-11 | 941 | 472 | 469 | 950 | 8.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 941 | 472 | 469 | 942 | 8.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 927 | 480 | 447 | 942 | 6.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 893 | 448 | 445 | 914 | 6.10 |
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