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Beacon Hill School
- All-through
- North Tyneside NE28 9JW
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Outstanding |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
| 16 to 19 study programmes | Good |
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Academic Progress: Pupils鈥� progress is good across all areas, particularly in sixth form where students leave with a good range of qualifications.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils love coming to school, showing good attitudes to learning. Behaviour management is consistent.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: The school鈥檚 support includes additional physical education funding and year 7 catch-up funding, effectively used to assist pupils.
Teacher Engagement: Staff and newly qualified teachers are well supported; performance management is emphasized.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Highly personalized learning takes place, leading to good progress, though minor inconsistencies exist.
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: Teachers understand pupils' complex needs well, but there are minor inconsistencies in teaching quality.
Opportunities for Parent Involvement: Parents are involved through positive handover routines and understanding of targets in education plans.
Communication with Parents: Clear communication on pupils' targets helps parents engage in their child's education.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents speak highly of the changes being made within the school and feel their children are safe.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leadership has strong, effective safeguarding practices and clear vision for school improvement.
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: Leadership focuses on accurate data usage and developing middle leaders鈥� skills.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: A low incidence of bullying and strong relationships foster a safe environment.
Behaviour and Attitudes of Pupils: Consistent behaviour management and pupils鈥� enthusiasm for school indicate a positive environment.
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: Safeguarding practices are rigorous, with clear respect and care shown.
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: Extracurricular opportunities include Glee Club, art, drama, and sport.
Outdoor Facilities: Stimulating indoor and outdoor areas, especially in early years.
Balancing Academics with Extracurriculars: Specialist equipment and fair access to extracurricular activities aid balance.
Career Counselling Services: Older students receive appropriate careers guidance and work experience.
Preparation for Next Key Stage: Sixth form and residential programs foster independence and prepare students for adulthood.
Support for SEND: Good strides in personal development for students with complex needs; individualized education health and care plans.
Subjects Offered: A broad and balanced curriculum developing communication, academic, and life skills is provided.
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About Us
Beacon Hill School is a All-through, Co-Ed school located in Tyne and Wear, North East.
It has 232 students from age 2-19 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 4 : 1.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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| Phase of Education | All-through | All-through | All-through |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Special Schools | Special Schools | Special Schools |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
B-
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A-
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D-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Outstanding |
| Age range | 2-19 | 3-16 | 3-19 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 4.7 | 7.2 | - |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | 0% | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
Primary Exam Result
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | - | 97 | 97 |
| Reading | - | 98 | 98 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 0% | 54.78% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 5.88% | 7.42% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -9.9 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -9.4 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -9.5 | Well Below Average |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 87 | 103 | 96 |
| Reading | - | 98 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 0% | 58.15% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 9.23% | 9.72% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -4.1 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -1.8 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.5 | Below Average |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | - | 98 | 94 |
| Reading | - | 96 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 0% | 60.28% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 8.2% | 9.16% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -3.4 | Below Average |
| Writing | -4 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -3.1 | Below Average |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | - | 98 | 93 |
| Reading | - | 96 | 93 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 0% | 57.03% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 7.3% | 8.19% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -3.5 | Below Average |
| Writing | -3.8 | Below Average |
| Maths | -3.5 | Below Average |
Secondary Exam Result
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | - | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | - | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 25.16% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 38.53% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | - | 19.84% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 7.53% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 11% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 2.4 | 2.83 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 91% | 86.69% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 11 | 121 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 78.31% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 0% | 39.94% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 26.25% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.06% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 91% | 12.13% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 4% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 4.56% | 3.59% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | - | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | - | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 28.05% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 41% | 45.33% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | - | 18.95% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 10.74% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 14.16% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 2.5 | 2.97 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 100% | 91.81% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 12 | 113 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 87.5% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 0% | 39.63% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 26.75% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 100% | 21.25% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 2.13% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 2.19% | 2.13% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | - | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | - | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 23.61% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 37.83% | 43.41% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | - | 22.67% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 8.5% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 12.83% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 2.41 | 2.88 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 80.27% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 5 | 116 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 73.2% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 37.2% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | - | 28% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.07% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | - | 7.73% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3.07% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3.87% | 2.75% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | - | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | - | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 21.44% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 35.33% | 42.62% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | - | 18.83% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 8.56% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 12.94% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 2.22 | 2.84 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 100% | 81.6% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 11 | 115 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 74.67% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 31.6% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | - | 27.93% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | 91% | 14.07% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3.33% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3.2% | 2.05% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | - | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | - | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 27.5% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 40.5% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | - | 21.25% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 14% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 15.19% | 16.26% |
| EBacc average points score | - | - | - |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 68.8% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 10 | 121 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 35.27% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 34% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | - | 28.13% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 0% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 6% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2% | 2.45% |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 24th Feb 2025 - 28th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 14th Apr 2025 - 25th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 21st Jul 2025 - 1st Sep 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 23rd Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 1st Mar 2025 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 20th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
4 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Beacon Hill School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1