Harington School
Huntsmans Drive, Catmose Campus, Oakham, LE15 6RPOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Harington School is a post-16 school or college in Oakham for ages 16 to 19. It is one of the 27 schools in Rutland.
Ofsted inspection
Ofsted has not published an inspection of Harington School.
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 5 March 2025
Leaders are aspirational for students, and they set exceptionally high standards. Consequently, learners work very hard. Their behaviour, attendance and punctuality are excellent. Learners are respectful, highly motivated and consistently work hard to achieve their goals. Students benefit from extensive, high-quality academic enrichment opportunities, including Young Enterprise, DocSoc, GreenPower and Cybersecurity. They also have access to a wide range of extra-curricular activities that support their physical and mental well-being. These experiences enhance students' knowledge, resilience and confidence and ensure they are very well-prepared for their next steps. Students say the school is 'shaping who they are and who they want to be'. Students are highly satisfied with the exceptional education and support they receive at Harington. Their teachers challenge and inspire them to reach their highest potential. Students thrive at Harington. They feel safe and study in an environment of like-minded peers who are equally committed to their academic studies.
Exam results
A level results (key stage 5), 2024/25
156 students
Average A level grade B-, England average B-
Pupil numbers and mix
358 pupils on roll, with places for 300
Schools near Harington School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Catmose College | 0.2 miles | Ofsted: Outstanding | Attainment 8: 52.9 |
| Oakham School | 0.6 miles | No Ofsted inspection | Attainment 8: 24.4 |
| Uppingham School | 6 miles | No Ofsted inspection | Attainment 8: 23.3 |
| Uppingham Community College | 7 miles | Ofsted: Good | Attainment 8: 49.4 |
| Melton Vale Sixth Form College | 8 miles | No Ofsted inspection | Not published |
School details
- School type
- Free schools 16 to 19
- Sector
- Free school
- Trust
- RUTLAND AND DISTRICT SCHOOLS' FEDERATION
- Age range
- 16 to 19
- Gender
- Mixed
- Headteacher
- Mr Stuart Williams
- Phone
- 01572772579
- Address
- Huntsmans Drive, Catmose Campus, Oakham, LE15 6RP
- Local authority
- Rutland
- URN
- 141965
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.