Bridlington School
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- Bridlington YO16 4QU
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
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Academic Progress: Pupils follow a broad curriculum which builds knowledge and skills for their next steps.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Most pupils behave well and feel safe; bullying is addressed effectively.
Qualifications and Training: Staff are well trained in reading and other areas.
Current Educational Practices: Staff use 'big questions' in lessons to engage students and deepen knowledge.
Strengths and Challenges: Secure staff-pupil relationships ensure good engagement in lessons.
Opportunities for Involvement: More can be done to support parents in ensuring regular attendance.
Communication: Parents need more support to ensure children attend school regularly.
Parent Satisfaction: School uses information from Ofsted Parent View for feedback.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Staff take pupils鈥� concerns seriously, ensuring someone is always there to talk to.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders prioritize reading, training, and curriculum improvement.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Pupils say bullying happens but staff deal with it effectively.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Leaders provide weekly safeguarding updates; staff are well-trained.
Extracurricular Offerings: Pupils participate in various after-school clubs; activities meet all pupils鈥� needs.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Leaders track participation carefully.
Career Counselling Services: Well-thought-out careers programme with independent advice and work experience.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Transitions need further development for better course suitability advice.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Pupils with SEND receive effective support in dedicated spaces.
Subjects Offered: Range of vocational and academic qualifications available.
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Bridlington School is a top rated, Secondary, Co-Ed school located in East Riding of Yorkshire County, Yorkshire and The Humber.
It has 1009 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 14 : 1.
At this school, 21% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
71.40% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Welcome to Bridlington School.
Where passion for learning is ignited
Our aim is to 鈥渉and on the torch of life鈥� by providing a well-rounded education that allows all students to achieve their full potential and go out into the world as successful citizens.
At Bridlington School we are a family where teamwork is at the core of all we do.
We pride ourselves on celebrating student success and achievements during their 7 years with us from Year 7 to Year 13. Students leave us at the end of the sixth form (at age 18) and go onto excellent universities, higher level apprenticeships, and employment.
Our vision is to ensure that our students can cope and contribute positively to an ever-changing world. We encourage students to forge strong cultural connections that will stay with them beyond their school years.
Our mission is to ignite a passion for, and a commitment to learning. We strive to help all our students to be the absolute best version of themselves.
We offer a broad curriculum of academic and vocational courses that embrace the use of the latest technology in lessons to help bring learning to life. We invest heavily in our extra-curricular activities to motivate students to become active members of the community, preparing them for the future.
Our History
The school was formed from Bridlington School (a grammar school founded on the site 20 September 1899, although founded in 1447 by King Henry VI) on Bessingby Road. The school had around 550 boys in the 1950s and 1960s with a boarding school.
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Where passion for learning is ignited
Our aim is to 鈥渉and on the torch of life鈥� by providing a well-rounded education that allows all students to achieve their full potential and go out into the world as successful citizens.
At Bridlington School we are a family where teamwork is at the core of all we do.
We pride ourselves on celebrating student success and achievements during their 7 years with us from Year 7 to Year 13. Students leave us at the end of the sixth form (at age 18) and go onto excellent universities, higher level apprenticeships, and employment.
Our vision is to ensure that our students can cope and contribute positively to an ever-changing world. We encourage students to forge strong cultural connections that will stay with them beyond their school years.
Our mission is to ignite a passion for, and a commitment to learning. We strive to help all our students to be the absolute best version of themselves.
We offer a broad curriculum of academic and vocational courses that embrace the use of the latest technology in lessons to help bring learning to life. We invest heavily in our extra-curricular activities to motivate students to become active members of the community, preparing them for the future.
Our History
The school was formed from Bridlington School (a grammar school founded on the site 20 September 1899, although founded in 1447 by King Henry VI) on Bessingby Road. The school had around 550 boys in the 1950s and 1960s with a boarding school.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
B-
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B
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C
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 14.3 | - | 15.9 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 21% | 63% | 36% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 0.00% | 11.60% | 5.60% |
| 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 | -0.71 | 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 | 38.4 | 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 | 21% | 30.08% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 48% | 45.38% | 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 | 7% | 24.23% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 10.27% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 1% | 14.81% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 2.93 | 3.03 | 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 | 87% | 95.48% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 183 | 155 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 79% | 86.24% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 49% | 30.29% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 21% | 25.86% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 8% | 15.71% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 14.24% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 5.24% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 4% | 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 | -0.79 | 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 | 38.4 | 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 | 37% | 33.4% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 58% | 49.52% | 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 | 14% | 22.68% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 7% | 11.64% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 8% | 15.88% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.51 | 3.23 | 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 | 92% | 95.52% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 161 | 153 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 87% | 88.76% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 43% | 31.29% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 37% | 26.48% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 7% | 16.38% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 14.67% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 4.19% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 2.43% | 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 | 42.9 | 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 | 35% 7 | 30.33% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 57% 10 | 47.29% | 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 | 8% | 21.42% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 4% | 9.71% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 6% | 14.42% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.35 | 3.13 | 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 | 97% | 96.83% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 138 | 148 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 95% | 88.78% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 49% | 33.44% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 36% | 27.06% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 9% | 14.39% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 13.78% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 5.89% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 2.11% | 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 | 0.12 | 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 | 45.7 | 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 | 42% 2 | 30.87% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 67% 2 | 45.78% | 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 | 0% | 21.09% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 10.35% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 14.74% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.57 | 3.01 | 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 | 93% | 84.41% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 129 | 149 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 81% | 76.18% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 44% | 27.29% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 31% | 28.76% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 6% | 11.29% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 3.29% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 9% | 5.65% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 2.06% | 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 | 0.71 | 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 | 48.4 | 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 | 44% | 28.26% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 65% | 42.84% | 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 | 10% | 16.79% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 4% | 10.05% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 4% | 11.05% | 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 | 91% | 82.87% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 145 | 151 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 87% | 49.07% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 41% | 37.27% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 34% | 26.53% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 12% | 5.27% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 2.4% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 6.67% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 1.67% | 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 | 29.49 | 29.91 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 25.76 | 30.32 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.00% | 11.28% | 13.67% |
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| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 55 | 113 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 55% | 60.64% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 10.29% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 15% | 18.07% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 15% | 7.64% | 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 | 31.63 | 34.92 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.04 | 35.18 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 11.1% | 16.13% | 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 | 12 | 130 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 50% | 66.14% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 0% | 5.93% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 33% | 17.29% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 0% | 7.07% | 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 | 27.65 9 | 29.15 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 17.41 3 | 30.52 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 3.7% | 12.94% | 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 | 42 | 132 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 74% | 61.46% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 8.69% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 12% | 17.46% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 2% | 8.23% | 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 | 36.07 4 | 27.43 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 20.42 | 28.31 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 10.71% | 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 | - | 0 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 20.38% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 6.46% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 11.15% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 4% | 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 | 32.83 | 26.83 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 27.37 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 12.46% | 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 | - | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 5 | 26.09% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 5.55% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 11% | 16% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 4.09% | 4.23% |
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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 - 29th Aug 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
14 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Bridlington School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
