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Chipping Norton School
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- Chipping Norton OX7 5DY
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Inadequate |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
| 16 to 19 study programmes | Outstanding |
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Academic Progress: Pupils make good progress across the majority of subjects, especially in English.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave impeccably, enjoy school, and have a respectful ethos.
Qualifications and Training: Regular training linked to key areas requiring further development.
Current Educational Practices: Teachers use pupil's previous learning to plan engaging lessons.
Strengths and Challenges: Teaching is largely good but some variability remains.
Communication: Effective communication through updates on pupil progress.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents appreciate the school鈥檚 efforts to improve teaching quality.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents can meet with the headteacher and attend events.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Senior leaders act decisively and involve external agencies when necessary.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders have developed a well-designed curriculum and improved the sixth form.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying is rare and swiftly dealt with. High-quality career guidance provided.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Pupils feel safe, supported, and major emphasis is placed on their welfare.
Extracurricular Offerings: Wide range of clubs and trips available.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Students are well-supported to balance activities.
Outdoor Facilities: Various outdoor sporting facilities enhance student experience.
Career Counselling Services: High-quality careers guidance available, especially in the sixth form.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Students make rapid progress and are well-prepared for sixth form.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Pupils with SEN receive effective, tailored support.
Subjects Offered: Broad curriculum allowing pupils to deepen subject knowledge in key stages 3 and 4.
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Chipping Norton School is a top rated, Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Oxfordshire, South East.
It has 1002 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 17 : 1.
At this school, 63% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
90.20% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Motivated and inspired learning at every stage of school life: We will have a school where learners are motivated and inspired; where curiosity is sparked; and where we strive to be the best that we can be. Vibrant and inspirational teaching: We will have vibrant and inspirational teaching that raises aspirations, challenges, engages and prepares every member of the school for life. An atmosphere that brings forth the best in everyone: We'll establish a community where students may thrive in settings that are secure, motivating, warm, inviting, appealing, and functional. Instead than being bound by the space, the activity should define it. Positive values and behaviours that are consistent: Each person will be accountable for setting an example of positive values and behaviours, making difficult choices when necessary, and acting admirably in all spheres of life. Leadership that is supportive, strong, and moral: Our leaders will be supportive, strong, and moral, creating and expressing a vision that is both clear and meaningful. They will hold each other and themselves accountable while fostering an environment that is motivating and inspiring for all.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
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| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-16 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 17.5 | 15.1 | 18.7 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 63% | 48% | 53% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 16.90% | - | 14.60% |
| 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 | 0.70 | 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 | 55.6 | 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 | 63% | 26.14% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 85% | 36% | 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 | 12% | 16.39% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 10% | 8.29% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 11% | 11.17% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.55 | 2.7 | 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 | 96% | 90.53% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 140 | 131 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 85% | 83.43% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 34% | 27.47% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 49% | 36.26% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 1% | 4.11% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 15.77% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 2.91% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 6% | 4.11% | 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 | 0.24 | 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 | 55.7 | 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 | 66% | 29.39% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 82% | 39.72% | 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 | 22% | 18.13% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 18% | 11.6% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 19% | 13.95% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.58 | 2.9 | 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 | 96% | 86.02% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 158 | 128 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 87% | 81.24% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 35% | 28.5% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 49% | 37.37% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 3.89% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 3% | 11.5% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 2.39% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 6% | 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 | -0.09 | 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 | 54% | 25.22% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 77% 8 | 36.04% | 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 | 21% | 18.45% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 14% 2 | 8.34% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 17% 6 | 12.03% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.97 | 2.72 | 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% | 90.15% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 159 | 140 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 86% | 83.31% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 34% | 29.05% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 50% | 39.36% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 3.87% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 11.23% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 3.87% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 6% | 2.97% | 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 | 0.06 | 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 | 48.6 | 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 | 54% 5 | 24.63% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 69% 9 | 35% | 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 | 29% | 16.78% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 16% 2 | 8.07% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 23% 9 | 11.26% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.12 | 2.7 | 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 | 98% | 77.69% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 168 | 140 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 86% | 67.62% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 38% | 25% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 46% | 36.74% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 3.79% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 2.38% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 4.41% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 2.87% | 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 | 52.4 | 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 | 59% | 25.51% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 78% | 35.98% | 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 | 18% | 17.37% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 14% | 11.17% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 14% | 12.06% | 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% | 80.97% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 179 | 150 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 71.61% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 39% | 29.91% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 50% | 37.09% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 4.06% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 3.64% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 5.82% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 3.55% | 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 | 35.87 | 32.96 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 35.46 | 33.27 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 16.90% | 18.51% | 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 | 84 | 197 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 60% | 54.2% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 1% | 4.89% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 28% | 26.83% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 6.77% | 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 | 40.88 | 35.05 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 39.04 | 34.57 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 30.1% | 22.47% | 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 | 87 | 248 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 56% | 55.46% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 2% | 4.34% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 32% | 24.83% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 8.2% | 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 | 33.01 3 | 33.15 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.68 1 | 33.27 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 14.1% | 20.31% | 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 | 92 | 207 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 57% | 54.21% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 7.58% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 21% | 27.61% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 14% | 6.91% | 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 | 30.08 1 | 32.06 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 34.14 | 32.03 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 17.7% | 18.43% | 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 | - | 1 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 35% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 4.34% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 15.66% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 14% | 3.97% | 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 | 31.65 | 31.92 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 34.33 | 32.93 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 16.7% | 20.07% | 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 | - | 6 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 21 | 52.93% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 6.46% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 26% | 25.39% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 3% | 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 Chipping Norton School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
