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Calday Grange Grammar School
- Secondary
- Wirral CH48 8GG
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Outstanding |
| 16 to 19 study programmes | Good |
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Academic Progress: Pupils make extremely good progress across a wide range of subjects, attaining the highest possible GCSE grades at the end of Year 11.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well around the school, are polite and friendly, with positive relationships between staff and pupils.
Strengths and Challenges: Most pupils benefit from teaching that is good or better, though inconsistencies in marking and feedback remain.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents can engage through regular texts, newsletters, social media, and parent evenings.
Communication: Reports are very informative, detailed, and personalized.
Parent Satisfaction: 94% of parents recommend the school.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders engage effectively with parents on safety concerns and have robust procedures for managing teacher performance.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Headteacher's re-structure improved leadership and teaching quality.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Staff see pupil safety as a high priority and engage effectively with parents.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying is rare and staff deal with it effectively, but anti-bullying policy lacks consistency and robustness.
Extracurricular Offerings: Wide range of activities including sports, robotics, music, drama, languages, debates, and mock trials.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: High participation rates in enrichment programs support balanced student development.
Career Counselling Services: Comprehensive program running through all key stages.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Curriculum prepares pupils well for advanced level study.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Disadvantaged pupils and those with special needs achieve as well as, and often better than, their peers.
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Calday Grange Grammar School is a Secondary, Boys school located in Merseyside, North West.
It has 1530 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 17 : 1.
At this school, 94% 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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We believe that education is not just about academic excellence; it’s also about providing a well-rounded experience that prepares students for life beyond the classroom. Our school community is inclusive, supportive, and enriching, allowing students to thrive both academically and personally.
Our dedicated staff provides a nurturing environment where students feel valued and empowered to reach their full potential. We encourage our students to develop their interests, explore new subjects, and participate in a wide range of extracurricular activities, including sports, drama, music, and more.
Our curriculum is tailored to challenge and inspire students, equipping them with the knowledge and skills they need to succeed in today’s world. From the sciences to the humanities, we offer a broad range of subjects to cater to every student’s interests and abilities.
Outside the classroom, our students are encouraged to engage in a wide range of experiences and opportunities. We believe that these experiences are essential in helping our students to develop into well-rounded, compassionate, and globally aware individuals.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
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| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Boys | Co-Ed | Girls |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 17.1 | - | 17.7 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 94% | 98% | 94% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 20.10% | 35.00% | 23.10% |
| 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 | 0.29 | 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 | 66.1 | 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 | 94% | 32.93% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 98% | 47.61% | 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 | 83% | 35.18% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 59% | 14.89% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 72% | 21.64% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 6.35 | 3.2 | 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 | 98% | 91.58% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 211 | 138 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 95% | 86.31% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 3% | 23.15% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 86% | 35.85% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 5% | 13.88% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 13.38% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 2.31% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 3.12% | 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 | 0.28 | 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 | 69 | 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 | 93% | 34.07% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 97% | 47.14% | 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 | 84% | 35.59% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 67% | 17.38% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 76% | 23.69% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 6.63 | 3.28 | 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 | 98% | 90.65% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 190 | 135 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 98% | 86.88% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 4% | 19.96% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 89% | 40.15% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 5% | 13.81% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 13.15% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 1.54% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 2.35% | 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 | 0.24 | 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 | 67.3 | 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 | 91% 1 | 32.89% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 98% 2 | 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 | 87% | 32.61% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 66% 2 | 15.32% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 79% 3 | 22% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 6.56 | 3.21 | 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 | 99% | 88.21% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 203 | 120 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 97% | 82.71% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 14% | 31.21% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 82% | 39.08% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.75% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | SP | 11.67% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 2.54% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 3% | 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 | 0.59 | 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 | 68.5 | 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 | 92% 4 | 34.69% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 100% 3 | 51.23% | 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 | 90% | 36.04% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 68% 8 | 17.88% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 82% 3 | 25.46% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 6.66 | 3.48 | 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% | 84.33% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 165 | 122 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 96% | 71.42% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 12.83% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 90% | 39.46% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 5% | 10.88% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 6.63% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.29% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.46% | 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 | -0.08 | 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 | 63.2 | 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 | 88% | 33.31% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 97% | 48.42% | 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 | 95% | 33.54% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 76% | 20.88% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 79% | 23.73% | 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 | 97% | 86.46% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 184 | 121 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 49.04% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 16.25% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 89% | 40.88% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 4% | 10.38% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 11.29% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 3.75% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.79% | 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 | 35.83 | 28.29 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 35.6 | 26.8 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 20.10% | 11.09% | 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 | 178 | 158 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 71% | 58% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 6.71% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 14% | 20.29% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 10.47% | 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 | 42.26 | 31.74 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 42.16 | 30.42 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 31.7% | 16.19% | 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 | 189 | 184 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 67% | 61.82% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 5.29% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 15% | 18% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 10% | 11.59% | 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 | 36.06 1 | 28.69 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 35.94 2 | 29.35 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 20.8% | 13.38% | 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 | 207 | 190 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 65% | 60.13% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 7% | 9.44% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 19% | 19.19% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 8.13% | 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 | 35.67 3 | 28.34 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 37.62 1 | 28.57 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 24.5% | 12.51% | 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 | 5 | 3 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 28 | 19.38% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 7.94% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 14% | 14.75% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 3.44% | 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 | 32.64 | 26.15 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 36 | 29.28 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 20.5% | 12.4% | 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 | - | 0 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 16 | 16.67% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 6.53% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 11% | 14.73% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 5.8% | 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
17 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Calday Grange Grammar School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
