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The Deanery Church of England High School and Sixth Form College
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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: The progress made by the majority of pupils currently in the school is improving strongly and rapidly. Their progress is now good.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils have positive attitudes to learning. They take pride in their work and behave well in lessons and during social times.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers are knowledgeable about their subjects and most provide suitable stretch and challenge for pupils.
Current Educational Practices: Teachers welcome the opportunity to do action research and generally feel well supported.
Strengths and Challenges: In recent times, the school has had to employ too many supply teachers, largely as a result of several long-term staff absences.
Opportunities for Involvement: There is a variety of regular charity and community events to engage parents.
Communication: Processes to notify parents on the first day of absence are sharpened and rigorously followed.
Parent Satisfaction: A few parents commented that bullying is not dealt with effectively, but evidence gathered confirmed that bullying is promptly addressed.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders take firm action where temporary teachers鈥� work does not meet expected standards.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Governors support and challenge the school effectively, ensuring weaker teaching is tackled.
Managing Bullying and Safety: The school takes bullying seriously, and it is promptly addressed.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Pupils are safe and happy in school. The school鈥檚 care, guidance and support are strong, enabling most pupils to thrive.
Extracurricular Offerings: The school offers a good range of extra-curricular activities, such as sports, music, drama clubs and the Duke of Edinburgh Award scheme.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: These activities help students to develop their talents and interests and gain a real desire to support others.
Outdoor Facilities: Due to site restrictions, pupils need to be bussed to local sports facilities for their PE lessons.
Career Counselling Services: The school鈥檚 work on careers education, information, advice and guidance is outstanding.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Support for pupils at transition points, for example between Year 11 and the sixth form, is excellent.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Provision for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities is good and enables these pupils to make effective progress.
Subjects Offered: The school鈥檚 curriculum is well planned, broad and balanced, and provides a wide range of courses and subjects which meet the needs and aptitudes of pupils.
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The Deanery Church of England High School and Sixth Form College is a Secondary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Greater Manchester, North West.
It has 1401 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1.
At this school, 30% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
95.10% 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 | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
B
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A
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B-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-19 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 15.2 | - | 16.2 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 30% | 34% | 55% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 0.00% | - | - |
| 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 | -0.44 | 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 | 41.8 | 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 | 30% | 26.43% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 52% | 42.54% | 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 | 11% | 21.39% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 4% | 7.04% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 6% | 11.04% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.53 | 2.64 | 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 | 94% | 88.18% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 249 | 157 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 86% | 78% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 23% | 36.14% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 30% | 4.55% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 33% | 27.73% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | SP | 9.64% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 5.36% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 5.05% | 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 | -0.39 | 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 | 46 | 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% | 30.32% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 57% | 43.93% | 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 | 11% | 19.29% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 4% | 9.71% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 7% | 12.39% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.84 | 2.73 | 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% | 89.59% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 246 | 150 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 89% | 83.05% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 22% | 39.41% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 39% | 5.32% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 27% | 28.27% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | SP | 10.09% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 3.32% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 3.27% | 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 | 40.6 | 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 | 28% 5 | 27.24% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 48% 10 | 44.6% | 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% | 18.56% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 4% 3 | 8.04% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 6% 8 | 12.24% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.28 | 2.69 | 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% | 87.37% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 233 | 144 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 76.89% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 28% | 32.53% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 34% | 6.63% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 27% | 27.32% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 10.37% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 5.74% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 4.89% | 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 | 44 | 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 | 33% 6 | 26.36% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 58% 3 | 43.23% | 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 | 20% | 16.91% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 7% 2 | 7.5% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 14% 3 | 11.91% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.62 | 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 | 95% | 86.24% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 239 | 149 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 87% | 65.71% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 28% | 28.18% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | - | 3.35% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 37% | 31.06% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 5.06% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 5.12% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 4.18% | 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 | -0.11 | 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 | 45.2 | 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 | 39% | 25.14% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 61% | 42.71% | 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 | 20% | 18.9% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 9% | 10.33% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 11% | 12.19% | 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% | 86.06% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 241 | 156 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 95% | 68.47% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 29.71% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 36% | 6.24% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 34% | 29.24% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 11.12% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 8% | 8.47% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 3.53% | 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 | 25.08 | 31.17 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 24.3 | 33.03 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.00% | 11.58% | 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 | 69 | 564 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 62% | 51.4% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 8.6% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 18% | 23% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 9% | 13% | 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 | 32.23 | 35.5 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 28.79 | 35.64 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 9.1% | 12.36% | 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 | 69 | 673 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 52% | 54.2% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 8.8% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 26% | 20.2% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 12% | 13% | 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 | 27.62 2 | 30.92 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 23.48 4 | 31.28 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 4.5% | 8.18% | 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 | 87 | 654 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 46% | 51% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 13% | 14.6% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 27% | 21.6% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 11% | 9.6% | 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 | 29.57 3 | 30.2 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 27.44 1 | 31.07 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 6.7% | 8.02% | 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 | - | 9 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 17 | 85% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 15% | 13% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 26% | 21.6% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 6.4% | 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 | 26.34 | 20.21 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 28.55 | 22.19 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 8.7% | 7.52% | 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 | 8 | 72.67% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 7.17% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 15% | 16.33% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 2.83% | 4.23% |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st Oct 2024 - 25th Oct 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 | 21st Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 20th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 26th Oct 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 - 20th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
15 : 1
Student teacher ratio at The Deanery Church of England High School and Sixth Form College
Local authority ratio 20 : 1
