Independent

Priory School

Whippingham, Isle of Wight, South East · PO32 6LP

A small independent school of around 193 pupils, Priory School sits in Whippingham on the Isle of Wight. Its modest size lends itself to a close-knit, personal environment in which pupils are unlikely to go unnoticed. Entry is at age 11 through an 11+ assessment, and the school is fee-paying.

193

Pupils

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Overview & data

Type
independent (fee-paying) school
Pupils
193
Location
Whippingham, Isle of Wight, South East
Website
www.prioryschool.org.uk

Entrance & admissions

Entry age
11

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Latest results

Attainment 8

48.2

National average 46.9

GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)

59%

National average 47%

Teaching & academics

Results sit comfortably above the national picture. The school's Attainment 8 score of 48.2 edges ahead of the national average of 46.9, while 59% of pupils secure grade 5 or above in English and Maths, well clear of the 47% seen nationally. For a small school, this is a solid academic record that suggests pupils are well supported through their GCSE years.

The last word

A small island independent that quietly outperforms the national average where it counts. Worth a look for families seeking a personal setting with sound GCSE outcomes.

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Priory School 11+: frequently asked questions

Where is Priory School located?

Priory School is located at Beatrice Avenue, Whippingham, PO32 6LP.

What type of school is Priory School?

Priory School is an independent (fee-paying) school in South East.

How many pupils attend Priory School?

Priory School has approximately 193 pupils on roll.

Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.