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Bohunt School Worthing
- Secondary
- Worthing BN14 8AH
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Not Previously Inspected |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Academic Progress: Pupils make good progress across year groups and in a range of subjects. They achieve particularly well in English and mathematics.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well in lessons and around school. They act respectfully towards each other and staff.
Qualifications and Training: BET provides high-quality support and compelling challenge to leaders.
Current Educational Practices: Staff are well trained on up-to-date guidance on how to keep pupils safe.
Strengths and Challenges: Teachers have high expectations and use secure subject knowledge to carefully plan activities that meet the needs of pupils.
Opportunities for Involvement: Almost all parents who responded to Ofsted鈥檚 online questionnaire agreed they would recommend the school to another parent.
Communication: Leaders benefit from high levels of parental support.
Parent Satisfaction: Overwhelmingly, parents and carers support leaders.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Parents agree that the school is well led and their concerns are appropriately dealt with.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders have successfully reduced fixed-term exclusions but should continue to work on this for disadvantaged pupils.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Pupils and parents report that bullying is rare and effectively dealt with if it happens.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: The school creates a vigilant safeguarding culture through regular training and clear policies.
Extracurricular Offerings: A range of after-school opportunities includes learning musical instruments and visiting universities.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Activities increase the confidence and ambition of pupils.
Outdoor Facilities: Pupils use outside areas for games and sports during social times.
Career Counselling Services: A rich programme of visiting speakers, careers-based lessons and visits to universities ensures pupils are highly ambitious.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Pupils are well prepared for moving on to sixth forms, vocational courses in college or training.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Pupils who have special educational needs and/or disabilities make good progress due to well-tailored support.
Subjects Offered: The curriculum is varied and challenging with a wide range of subjects offered at key stage 4.
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Bohunt School Worthing is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in West Sussex, South East.
It has 909 students from age 11-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 17 : 1.
At this school, 51% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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I'm honoured to greet you at the brand-new Bohunt School Worthing (BSW). Our purpose built, modern and innovative school opened in September 2015 to Year 7 and 8, and will ultimately grow into a vibrant and successful 11-16 comprehensive by 2018 in the heart of its community where all students and staff genuinely enjoy, respect and achieve. With an innovative and individualised curriculum that will extend learning both in the classroom and through a wide range of stimulating experiences and places, our exciting new school is built on the solid foundations of high standards for everyone. This is expertly combined with the unwavering conviction that our students are at the centre of everything we strive for and accomplish. We are dedicated to and experienced in helping young people grow into confident, aspirational, and skillful members of their communities, whether local, national, or global. Students with a BSW degree will be prepared for any opportunity or challenge. The idea that every student at our school has the ability to achieve achievement serves as the foundation of our positive and collaborative attitude. We are dedicated to boosting aspirations and helping all students gain the self-assurance, self-belief, and wellbeing necessary for success. This implies that everyone at BSW will be able to succeed and flourish, appreciating our group and individual accomplishments. I'm excited to introduce you to our school and invite you to get in touch with us if you have any questions. We are living in highly exciting times, and we will routinely update the website with all the latest happenings.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-16 | 11-16 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 17.1 | 15.1 | 17.5 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 51% | 48% | 49% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
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 | 0.03 | 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 | 47.4 | 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 | 51% | 24.32% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 75% | 36.43% | 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 | 52% | 17.6% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 19% | 8.03% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 25% | 11.75% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.22 | 2.47 | 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 | 96% | 94.16% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 169 | 167 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 92% | 88.37% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 80% | 40.69% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 1% | 21.35% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 11% | 15.06% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 11.39% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 2.14% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 3.47% | 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 | -0.18 | 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 | 49.6 | 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 | 42% | 26.18% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 74% | 38.25% | 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 | 52% | 19.43% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 26% | 10.22% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 36% | 13.83% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.47 | 2.7 | 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 | 93% | 90.25% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 119 | 167 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 89% | 86.98% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 75% | 43.02% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 3% | 21.15% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 9% | 13.38% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 3% | 9.44% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 1.4% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 1.9% | 2.13% |
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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 | -0.16 | 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 | 47.3 | 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 | 45% | 24.14% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 70% | 38.12% | 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 | 63% | 23.17% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 18% | 9.39% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 30% | 13.84% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.28 | 2.62 | 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 | - | 90% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 165 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 84.45% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 39.52% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | - | 22% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 12.55% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | - | 10.32% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.82% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.57% | 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 | - | 24.72% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 36.64% | 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 | - | 19.75% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 8.94% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 12.84% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 2.58 | 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 | - | 85.5% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 173 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 75.5% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 35.98% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | - | 23.21% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 12.43% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 6.36% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.33% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.1% | 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 | - | 25.54% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 37.52% | 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 | - | 20.17% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 11.18% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 12.28% | 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 | - | 82.78% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 173 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 66.41% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 36.41% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | - | 22.2% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 11.44% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 5.59% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3.49% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.68% | 2.45% |
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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 | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 23rd Jul 2025 - 2nd 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 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
17 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Bohunt School Worthing
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
