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Carmel College
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- Darlington DL3 8RW
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Outstanding
| Leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Achievement of pupils | Outstanding |
| Quality of teaching | Outstanding |
| Behaviour and safety of pupils | Outstanding |
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Academic Progress: Students' outstanding progress and high achievement driven by aspirational target-setting.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Students鈥� behaviour is exemplary in classrooms and during social times.
Academic Progress: School has highest aspirations; pupils benefit from broad curriculum and excellent teaching
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils' behaviour is exemplary; they show care and consideration
Qualifications and Training: As the leading Teaching School, the college draws on excellent talent and expertise.
Current Educational Practices: Teachers are inspired to constantly improve their practice.
Strengths and Challenges: High expectations and excellent relationships underpin the very high quality of teaching.
Strengths and Challenges: Staff are highly motivated and enjoy working at the school; high-quality training provided
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents can get involved in various college activities.
Communication: Parents receive regular updates through reports and meetings.
Parent Satisfaction: The vast majority of parents are happy and satisfied with the school.
Communication: Information about child's progress shared effectively
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Governors hold the college robustly to account for its performance.
Actions for Quality Improvement: High-quality expertise is well-established among middle leaders.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Curriculum developed with expertise; rigorous checks ensure continued improvement
Managing Bullying and Safety: Outstanding pastoral care ensures that students feel, and are safe and secure.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Staff provide sustained and effective support for students and their families.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Arrangements for safeguarding are effective
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Pupils kept safe including online community
Extracurricular Offerings: Extra-curricular activities are many, diverse and much valued.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Students thrive and achieve highly while participating in enrichment activities.
Extracurricular Offerings: Impressive enrichment programme with diverse clubs and activities
Career Counselling Services: Authoritative advice and guidance ensure informed decisions about progression routes.
Preparation for Sixth Form: The sixth form is outstanding, with a vast majority moving on to prestigious universities.
Career Counselling Services: Exceptional careers programme; meaningful work placements provided
Managing and Supporting SEND: Disabled students and those with special educational needs make outstanding progress.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Needs identified with precision; pupils achieve exceptionally well
Subjects Offered: Offers EBacc and vocational courses; prepares pupils well for next stage
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Carmel College is a top rated, Secondary, Co-Ed, Roman Catholic school located in County Durham, North East.
It has 1344 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 14 : 1.
At this school, 60% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
100.00% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Outstanding 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 |
A
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B-
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B-
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| Ofset report | Outstanding | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-16 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 14.3 | 15.1 | 15.2 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 60% | 48% | 33% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 21.10% | - | - |
| 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 | 0.34 | 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 | 53.2 | 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 | 60% | 27.08% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 83% | 38.92% | 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 | 63% | 21% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 28% | 7.85% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 43% | 12.23% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.75 | 2.42 | 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% | 92.33% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 188 | 126 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 96% | 84% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 17% | 36.67% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 56% | 10.33% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 23% | 33% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 4.22% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 4.22% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 4.33% | 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 | 0.2 | 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 | 55.3 | 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 | 64% | 28.08% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 82% | 40.62% | 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 | 71% | 22.46% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 35% | 9.69% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 51% | 14.62% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.06 | 2.56 | 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% | 92.89% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 202 | 129 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 95% | 88.56% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 19% | 40.33% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 62% | 11.11% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 13% | 32.22% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | SP | 4.67% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | SP | 2.22% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 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 | 0.38 | 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 | 56 | 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% 1 | 24.46% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 87% 3 | 40.69% | 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 | 55% | 22.77% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 24% 2 | 7.69% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 32% 10 | 12.85% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.95 | 2.44 | 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 | 95% | 91.57% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 191 | 117 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 89% | 86% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 18% | 35% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 54% | 17.57% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 16% | 27% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 6.29% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 2.86% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 2.86% | 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 | 0.37 | 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 | 56.5 | 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 | 66% 7 | 24.75% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 84% | 36.58% | 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 | 75% | 24.5% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 26% 5 | 8.17% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 42% 10 | 12.17% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.12 | 2.27 | 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 | 97% | 93.14% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 174 | 123 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 92% | 86.29% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 14% | 34.43% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 53% | 17.29% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 25% | 26.71% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 5.14% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 2.86% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 1.57% | 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 | 0.48 | 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 | 56.7 | 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 | 73% | 24.45% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 84% | 35.91% | 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 | 42% | 17.82% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 31% | 9.91% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 32% | 11% | 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 | 96% | 93.17% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 180 | 150 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 94% | 74.67% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 23% | 39.17% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 52% | 10.33% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 21.67% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 7.67% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 6.33% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 3.33% | 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 | 37.82 | 18.91 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 38.32 | 19.16 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 21.10% | 10.55% | 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 | 162 | 304 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 64% | 40.5% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 8% | 12.5% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 23% | 30% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 4% | 15% | 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 | 40.83 | 20.42 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 41.07 | 20.54 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 27.9% | 13.95% | 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 | 120 | 470 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 75% | 51.5% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 13.5% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 10% | 17% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 15.5% | 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 | 36.96 2 | 20.32 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 36.04 | 20.21 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 17.0% | 5.67% | 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 | 137 | 344 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 75% | 62.67% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 10% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 13% | 16.33% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 2% | 9.33% | 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 | 34.06 | 19.17 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 36.37 | 20.52 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 18.9% | 6.3% | 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 | 18 | 30% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 7% | 5.67% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 16% | 13.67% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 4.67% | 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 | 34.69 | 19.58 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 36.91 | 20.56 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 12.8% | 8.6% | 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 | 12 | 67% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 3% | 9.5% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 10% | 20.5% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 6.5% | 4.23% |
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Holidays & terms
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 | 24th Feb 2025 - 28th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 14th Apr 2025 - 25th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 21st 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 - 23rd Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 1st Mar 2025 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 20th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
14 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Carmel College
Local authority ratio 19 : 1