The Grange School Celebrates Top 1% Ranking for Value-Added Progress in Education

The Grange School is celebrating a significant achievement, receiving a prestigious Alps Top 1% Diamond Award for value-added progress at GCSE  level.

The ranking, based on value-added progress metrics, acknowledges schools that have made a measurable, positive difference in students’ academic journeys, regardless of their starting points. In practice, this means students do better at The Grange School than they would at 99% of other schools nationally.  

Value-added progress is a measure of how much students improve over a given period, taking into account where they began academically. Unlike traditional assessments that focus solely on whether students achieve a particular score or grade, value-added analysis looks at each student's unique growth trajectory. This approach provides a more comprehensive picture of the impact a school and its teaching strategies have on each learner. For The Grange School, being in the Top 1% highlights its effectiveness in creating a learning environment that prioritises each student's progress.

At The Grange School we understand that every student learns differently, and our approach is centred on ensuring that each child is given the opportunity to reach their highest potential, both academically and personally. This award strengthens our school’s reputation as an institution that truly prioritises its students' development and wellbeing. Families seeking a school that focuses on the whole child - academically, socially, and personally - can be confident in The Grange School’s commitment to nurturing excellence in a supportive learning environment.