[2] Throughout the 1960s the school was extensively expanded, with the addition of the gymnasium, music department, sixth form area, and numerous classrooms.

In 1992 the school designed and developed the first Learning Support Unit in England to provide a facility for students with special educational needs.

The report stated: "The proportion gaining five or more A* to C grades at GCSE including English and mathematics has now fallen to below the national average and progress for average ability students across the school, particularly in mathematics and science, was inadequate.

As a result of this, the school was placed in special measures, and headteacher Sue Marshall announced her resignation.

[8] In September 2013, the school converted to academy status and the word "community" was dropped from its name.

[citation needed] After 19 months as the headteacher, Bromfield left the school in August 2014 by mutual consent.

[9][10] He was replaced by Sally Beeson, a former assistant headteacher at nearby Bradfield College.

That academic year, the school became part of the Activate Learning Education Trust.