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Blackpool and the Fylde College
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Blackpool and the Fylde College
- 16 Plus (Sixth Form)
- Blackpool FY2 0HB
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Outstanding |
| Adult learning programmes | Good |
| Education programmes for young people | Good |
| Apprenticeships | Requires Improvement |
| Provision for students with high needs | Good |
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Career Advice and Guidance: Students benefit from an enhanced curriculum that improves career prospects.
Policies and Procedures: Leaders ensure safeguarding and well-being of students are a high priority.
Training of Safeguarding Leads: The designated senior leader has appropriate training and experience to carry out the role effectively.
Handling Bullying/Disciplinary Issues: Bullying is rare and dealt with effectively.
Types of Extracurricular Activities: Students participate in a wide range of enrichment activities, including community events and voluntary work.
Community Service/Volunteer Opportunities: Students enjoy doing voluntary work and participating in competitions.
Academic Performance: Most students make at least their expected progress.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Effective support from tutors keeps students motivated and making progress.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Students demonstrate respect and positive attitudes aligned with fundamental British values.
Teacher Engagement: Tutors and skills coaches are experienced with relevant industry knowledge.
Impact of Teaching on Progress: Tutors plan the curriculum logically, providing opportunities for students to develop their skills.
Strengths/Challenges: A minority of tutors do not use targets consistently, affecting students' potential.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Quality of feedback is inconsistent; some feedback is cursory and unhelpful.
STEM Facilities: Students on IT courses complete additional courses in Cloud computing.
School Culture and Ethos: A calm, respectful, and inclusive environment is encouraged both inside and outside the classroom.
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Blackpool and the Fylde College is a 16 Plus (Sixth Form), Co-Ed college located in Lancashire, North West.
from age 14-99 yr.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st Oct 2024 - 25th Oct 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 6th Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 2nd Jun 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 21st Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 3rd Sep 2024 - 20th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 26th Oct 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 7th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 3rd Jun 2025 - 20th Jul 2025 |
