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Chiltern Hills Academy - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)
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Chiltern Hills Academy
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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 | Good |
| 16 to 19 study programmes | Good |
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Academic Progress: Senior leaders鈥� monitoring and tracking of pupils鈥� progress 鈥� on track to meet subject targets
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well in lessons and the school is calm and orderly
Qualifications and Training: Leaders work closely with a local teaching alliance to attract suitable candidates
Current Educational Practices: Leaders have employed a primary specialist to support pupils with low attainment
Strengths and Challenges: Some teachers do not have high enough expectations of what their pupils can achieve
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents fully support the headteacher鈥檚 vision and recommend this school
Communication: Parents are confident that their child is well looked after at school and safe
Parent Satisfaction: Parents surveyed were positive about their school experiences
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Governors challenge leaders on discrepancies and collaborate on school priorities
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders took effective action to improve attendance of disadvantaged pupils
Managing Bullying and Safety: Pupils are taught how to stay safe online and recognize potential dangers
Promoting Welfare and Safety: School has a strong culture of safeguarding, and procedures are highly effective
Extracurricular Offerings: Pupils take an active role in sport, drama productions, and creative arts
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Sixth-form students assist in extracurricular clubs while managing academic responsibilities
Career Counselling Services: Comprehensive careers programme helps students decide on university or apprenticeships
Preparation for Sixth Form: 16 to 19 study programmes are good, offering A-level and vocational subjects
Managing and Supporting SEND: Disadvantaged pupils and those with special educational needs now attend more regularly and achieve better
Subjects Offered: A range of A-level and vocational subjects are offered in the sixth form
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About Us
Chiltern Hills Academy is a Secondary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Buckinghamshire County, South East.
It has 1076 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.
At this school, 39% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
92.50% 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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B-
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A-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Outstanding |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-16 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Boys |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 18.6 | 15.1 | 17.8 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 39% | 48% | 99% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 4.80% | - | 53.80% |
| 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 | -0.26 | 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 | 43.4 | 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 | 39% | 39.38% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 62% | 49.24% | 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 | 32% | 27.45% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 11% | 17.43% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 18% | 21.36% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.70 | 3.29 | 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% | 93.49% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 166 | 138 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 94% | 89.41% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 41% | 19.37% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 51% | 52.29% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 1% | 2.83% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 14.95% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 1.41% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 2.8% | 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 | 44.4 | 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 | 27% | 40.63% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 56% | 50.25% | 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 | 27% | 27.35% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 12% | 19.77% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 20% | 22.77% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.75 | 3.38 | 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% | 91.48% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 150 | 135 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 87% | 89.28% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 31% | 20.03% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 55% | 54.28% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 1% | 2.58% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 12.58% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 1.13% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 1.18% | 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 | 0.22 | 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 | 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% 8 | 41.61% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 69% 7 | 52.44% | 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 | 53% | 31.39% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 20% 4 | 20.28% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 32% 9 | 25% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.13 | 3.49 | 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 | 94% | 94.18% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 112 | 126 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 85% | 89.89% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 27% | 20.55% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 57% | 51.37% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 2.82% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 15.16% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 2.55% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 1.76% | 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 | 0.02 | 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 | 45.5 | 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 | 37% 2 | 44.06% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 62% 4 | 54.9% | 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 | 39% | 27.65% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 16% | 18.92% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 23% 4 | 23.41% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.85 | 3.53 | 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 | 94% | 90.71% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 84 | 133 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 88% | 75.14% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 44% | 16.06% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 43% | 53.31% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 2.54% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 11.91% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.17% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.43% | 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 | -0.1 | 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 | 41.9 | 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% | 42.58% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 58% | 53.29% | 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 | 59% | 33.54% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 16% | 25.17% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 19% | 26.33% | 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 | 95% | 88.46% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 112 | 134 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 50.31% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 31% | 17.14% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 57% | 54.43% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 1.09% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 10.71% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 8% | 2.57% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 1.91% | 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 | 31 | 31.31 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 30.08 | 30.88 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 4.80% | 17.45% | 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 | 56 | 131 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 48% | 58.06% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 4.73% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 26% | 22.18% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 16% | 7.88% | 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 | 36.59 | 35.78 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 38.85 | 35.49 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 18.8% | 23.18% | 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 | 46 | 141 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 37% | 58.33% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 9% | 4.36% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 44% | 22.03% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 8.64% | 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 | 23.85 5 | 30.43 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 23.33 12 | 30.08 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 4.2% | 15.99% | 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 | 65 | 133 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 48% | 62.5% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 3% | 5.4% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 30% | 22% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 14% | 7.03% | 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 | 28.09 3 | 32.69 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 35.93 7 | 32.71 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 17.62% | 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 | 7 | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 16.36% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 3.39% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 13.14% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 2.93% | 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 | 25.58 | 29.77 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 28.21 | 30.55 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 17.04% | 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 | 9 | 23.66% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 4.41% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 19% | 22.83% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 10% | 2.69% | 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 | 24th Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th 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 - 23rd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
18 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Chiltern Hills Academy
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
