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Boston High School
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
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Academic Progress: Most pupils make strong progress in most subjects
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are quite rightly proud of their school
Academic Progress: Many pupils and sixth-form students achieve well, performing especially well with EAL.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well, feel safe, and are friendly.
Current Educational Practices: Teachers use time well, and relationships between pupils and teachers are excellent
Qualifications and Training: Teachers have strong subject knowledge, with opportunities for professional development.
Current Educational Practices: School strengthened assessment approach; teachers check understanding regularly.
Strengths and Challenges: Teaching is not as good or consistent in some subjects, including mathematics
Strengths and Challenges: Teachers present concepts clearly but should ensure feedback is actionable.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents support the work of the school
Parent Satisfaction: The vast majority of parents and carers have a positive view
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents express positive views; opportunities exist through enrichment activities.
Communication: The school communicates through surveys to assess student needs.
Parent Satisfaction: Most parents are happy with the school's care and support.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Governors provide the right level of challenge and support
Actions for Quality Improvement: Several changes of middle leadership are helping to bring about improvement
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Positive culture; issues are addressed promptly and thoughtfully.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders focus on developing curriculum and assessment methods.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Safeguarding is effective
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Systems monitor the wellbeing and safety of pupils closely
Managing Bullying and Safety: School ensures safety with effective safeguarding arrangements.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Strong focus on mental health and respectful relationships.
Career Counselling Services: Impartial guidance provided for further education and training choices.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Sixth-formers receive strong support for future steps.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Action taken to reverse dip in sixth form progress
Managing and Supporting SEND: Small group of disadvantaged pupils making positive progress
Managing and Supporting SEND: Well-supported SEND with dedicated learning spaces.
Extracurricular Offerings: Wide range of activities, including 'greenpower' project for girls.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Activities complement academic responsibilities well.
Subjects Offered: Offers diverse subjects like sociology, business studies, French, art, and history.
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Boston High School is a Secondary, Girls school located in Lincolnshire, East Midlands.
It has 818 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.
At this school, 69% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
92.70% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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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 | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Girls | Co-Ed | Boys |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 18.3 | - | 19.3 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 69% | 98% | 47% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 7.10% | 35.00% | 11.70% |
| 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 | 0.01 | 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 | 55.4 | 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 | 69% | 30.43% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 93% | 45.91% | 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 | 38% | 28.21% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 25% | 12.71% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 34% | 17.91% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.87 | 2.95 | 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 | 100% | 87.97% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 112 | 117 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 99% | 81.09% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 14% | 35.53% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 82% | 35.81% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 1% | 2.92% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 6.8% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 3.45% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 3.48% | 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 | -0.1 | 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 | 57.7 | 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 | 75% | 33.17% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 98% | 47.6% | 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 | 42% | 25.86% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 30% | 14.83% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 38% | 19.56% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.18 | 3.03 | 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 | 99% | 89.59% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 108 | 114 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 97% | 85.4% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 10% | 36.73% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 87% | 37.49% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 2.76% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 8.43% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 2.25% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 2% | 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 | 0.2 | 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 | 59.5 | 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 | 83% 8 | 32.19% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 98% 4 | 48.84% | 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 | 71% | 31.49% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 35% 4 | 14.25% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 57% 2 | 21.06% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.51 | 3.19 | 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 | 98% | 88.19% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 107 | 112 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 98% | 82.76% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 9% | 32.5% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 88% | 39.62% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 1% | 2.48% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 8.21% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 3.69% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 1.78% | 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 | 0.33 | 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 | 59.2 | 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 | 75% 10 | 34.31% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 94% 3 | 50.37% | 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 | 66% | 32.49% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 39% 11 | 15.91% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 55% 2 | 22.54% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.52 | 3.29 | 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 | 99% | 87.51% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 104 | 116 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 94% | 72.78% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 8% | 28.49% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 87% | 43.45% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 2.09% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 3.91% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.53% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.24% | 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 | 0.17 | 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 | 58.7 | 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 | 65% | 33.23% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 91% | 49.43% | 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 | 75% | 30.75% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 50% | 17.77% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 53% | 19.89% | 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 | 98% | 84.13% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 64 | 119 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 39.94% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 8% | 29.19% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 89% | 43.07% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 2.3% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 3.26% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 4.22% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.04% | 2.45% |
A level exam result
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 29.37 | 30.82 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 29.7 | 31.14 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 7.10% | 12.57% | 13.67% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 141 | 136 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 77% | 62.24% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 1% | 7.08% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 18% | 19.66% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 3% | 7.71% | 9.05% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 32.26 | 32.94 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.72 | 32.43 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 15.1% | 16.47% | 17.7% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 86 | 162 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 78% | 64.47% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 2% | 6.53% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 14% | 16.13% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 1% | 8.84% | 10.69% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 26.79 3 | 30.12 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 28.30 4 | 30.28 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 8.7% | 11.6% | 13.07% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 81 | 165 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 69% | 61.63% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 8.11% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 15% | 18.66% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 7.16% | 8.8% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 29.94 2 | 28.35 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.35 5 | 29.18 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 4.9% | 11.4% | 13.37% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 22 | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 11 | 20.21% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 7% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 9% | 14.55% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 3% | 3.74% | 4.22% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 27.01 | 27.35 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 27.83 | 29.74 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 11.38% | 12.64% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 18 | 3 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 9 | 24.84% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 7.35% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 10% | 19.05% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 2.86% | 4.23% |
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st Oct 2024 - 28th Oct 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 20th 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 - 3rd Sep 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th Sep 2024 - 20th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 29th Oct 2024 - 19th 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
18 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Boston High School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1