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The Earls High School
- Secondary
- Dudley B63 3SL
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
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Academic Progress: Most pupils achieve well across a range of subjects, including those with SEND.
Behaviour and Attitudes: The new headteacher and leadership team have acted quickly to improve behaviour.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers use their strong subject knowledge to plan a carefully built curriculum.
Current Educational Practices: The curriculum aims to build strength of character.
Strengths and Challenges: Some boys are not achieving as well as they should. Leaders are developing actions to challenge boys.
Communication: Leaders value the support of the academy trust to identify and share good practice.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents can give opinions on Ofsted Parent View.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents' views can be shared through Ofsted Parent View.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders quickly and fairly deal with bullying when it happens.
Actions for Quality Improvement: A comprehensive improvement plan with sensible priorities in place.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying is not tolerated and dealt with quickly, firmly and fairly.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Pupils are taught how to keep themselves safe and learned about online safety and mental health.
Extracurricular Offerings: Many opportunities beyond the school curriculum, including after-school clubs, sports fixtures, and visits.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Teachers help pupils to balance academics and extracurricular activities.
Managing and Supporting SEND: The curriculum is equally ambitious for pupils with SEND.
Subjects Offered: Opportunities to study practical subjects like music, technology, art, and dance.
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About Us
The Earls High School is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in West Midlands County, West Midlands.
It has 1262 students from age 11-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 17 : 1.
At this school, 44% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Everyone at The Earls High School would like to extend a very warm welcome to the Year 7 students, who will remain with us until the summer of 2024 and are beginning a new and exciting part of their educational journey. As they join a renowned educational history that dates back more than 350 years, we wish them all a very happy and fruitful five years.
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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 | - |
| Age range | 11-16 | 11-18 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 17.7 | - | 15.5 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 44% | 98% | 29% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | 35.00% | - |
| 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 | -0.19 | 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 | 45.1 | 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 | 44% | 26.21% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 63% | 43.28% | 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 | 34% | 14.79% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 14% | 5.21% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 24% | 8.14% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.89 | 2.5 | 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 | 93% | 88% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 239 | 140 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 89% | 82.44% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 58% | 50.36% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 8% | 10.48% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 23% | 12.56% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 8.96% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 2.84% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 2.72% | 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 | -0.15 | 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 | 48.3 | 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 | 49% | 32.96% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 66% | 49.36% | 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 | 26% | 15.32% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 14% | 7.79% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 18% | 10.75% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.11 | 2.83 | 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% | 86.56% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 228 | 132 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 81.72% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 58% | 52% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 11% | 11.88% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 20% | 10.44% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | SP | 7.8% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 2.32% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 2.4% | 2.13% |
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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 | -0.03 | 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 | 46.6 | 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 | 42% 8 | 26.61% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 64% 5 | 43.71% | 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 | 43% | 25.82% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 16% 3 | 7.75% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 26% 2 | 13.14% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.02 | 2.68 | 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% | 91.04% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 235 | 129 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 85% | 85.74% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 54% | 50.48% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 5% | 10.83% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 25% | 11.52% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 13.17% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 3.35% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 1.87% | 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 | 0.19 | 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 | 48.9 | 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 | 50% 3 | 28.88% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 69% 2 | 46.54% | 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 | 37% | 24.58% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 19% 6 | 7.92% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 24% 7 | 13.27% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.22 | 2.72 | 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 | 96% | 77% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 239 | 131 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 84% | 66.09% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 60% | 47.55% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 7% | 8.68% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 17% | 9% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 2% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 10% | 3.91% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 1.82% | 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 | 0.22 | 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 | 49.7 | 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 | 47% | 26.78% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 71% | 40.96% | 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 | 25% | 23.39% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 13% | 10.91% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 17% | 12.78% | 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% | 75.58% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 235 | 130 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 94% | 63.47% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 71% | 43.63% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 7% | 10.32% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 16% | 10.84% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 3.47% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 8% | 5.16% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 2% | 2.45% |
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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 | 14th Apr 2025 - 25th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 22nd 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 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 21st Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
17 : 1
Student teacher ratio at The Earls High School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1