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Ellowes Hall Sports College - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)
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Ellowes Hall Sports College
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- Dudley DY3 2JH
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Requires Improvement |
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Academic Progress: Pupils are taking pride in their work and enjoy opportunities to discuss their learning.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Behaviour has improved with high expectations but some pupils still need to meet these standards.
Strengths and Challenges: Teachers' strong subject knowledge supports learning, but some pupils with SEND don't complete key steps before moving on.
Opportunities for Involvement: Junior prefects take responsibility and there are many opportunities for wider school life involvement.
Communication: Parents can use Ofsted Parent View to give opinions or find out about the school.
Parent Satisfaction: Staff, pupils, parents and carers comment on the difference since the new headteacher started.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Pupils have confidence that leaders will address any behaviour issues.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders ensure every subject has a well-designed curriculum improving outcomes for pupils.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Staff receive regular training to identify risks, and leaders act promptly to provide support.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Diverse range of clubs and activities after school, though significant numbers do not participate.
Extracurricular Offerings: Students value the range of enrichment opportunities available, including sports academies and community work.
Career Counselling Services: Effective careers guidance from Year 7 onwards with personalized support for next steps.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Students follow a transition program to manage the step up in expectations.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Specific targets for each pupil shared in 'pupil provision passport', but gaps sometimes develop in learning.
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Ellowes Hall Sports College is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in West Midlands County, West Midlands.
It has 1061 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 17 : 1.
At this school, 35% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
42.90% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Our high standards are clear in a variety of domains, including academics, sports, the arts, culture, and behaviour.
In 2017, our GCSE results were once again remarkable.
As we enter a new era of even more demanding examinations, starting with English and Mathematics, I am delighted to say that over 70% of our students passed both English and Mathematics (over 80% for English and 75% for Maths) with almost one in three gaining the Government's Gold Standard EBACC qualification.
Similar results were seen in our Invictus VI Sixth Form, where 40% of submissions received the highest grades and there was a 97% pass rate.
At its most recent inspection in November 2012, Ofsted determined that the school is "excellent" in all respects.
In addition, we were among the first schools in the country to receive permission to establish an Army Cadet Detachment.
Additionally, we were the first school in Dudley to be given the Leading Parent Partnership Award, which at the time was given to just 250 schools, mostly in the London area.
We have recently received a fourth reaccreditation for the honour.
We take seriously the concept of "in loco parentis," which holds that while kids are enrolled with us, we act as their parents and only want the best for them.
This is a school that takes great pride in its own identity. We are proud of our students and the nurturing education they receive.
I highly encourage you to visit the school and determine for yourself how it "feels."
The first modest step toward establishing a rewarding connection is this information package.
It is meant to provide readers a general understanding of who we are and what we do.
Please let us know if you need any more information that isn't included in this pack.
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In 2017, our GCSE results were once again remarkable.
As we enter a new era of even more demanding examinations, starting with English and Mathematics, I am delighted to say that over 70% of our students passed both English and Mathematics (over 80% for English and 75% for Maths) with almost one in three gaining the Government's Gold Standard EBACC qualification.
Similar results were seen in our Invictus VI Sixth Form, where 40% of submissions received the highest grades and there was a 97% pass rate.
At its most recent inspection in November 2012, Ofsted determined that the school is "excellent" in all respects.
In addition, we were among the first schools in the country to receive permission to establish an Army Cadet Detachment.
Additionally, we were the first school in Dudley to be given the Leading Parent Partnership Award, which at the time was given to just 250 schools, mostly in the London area.
We have recently received a fourth reaccreditation for the honour.
We take seriously the concept of "in loco parentis," which holds that while kids are enrolled with us, we act as their parents and only want the best for them.
This is a school that takes great pride in its own identity. We are proud of our students and the nurturing education they receive.
I highly encourage you to visit the school and determine for yourself how it "feels."
The first modest step toward establishing a rewarding connection is this information package.
It is meant to provide readers a general understanding of who we are and what we do.
Please let us know if you need any more information that isn't included in this pack.
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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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C+
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 17 | - | 17.2 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 35% | 98% | 36% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | 35.00% | 10.00% |
| 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 | -0.33 | 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 | 41.1 | 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 | 35% | 26.21% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 57% | 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 | 4% | 14.79% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 1% | 5.21% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 2% | 8.14% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.18 | 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 | 94% | 88% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 192 | 140 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 81% | 82.44% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 62% | 50.36% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 7% | 10.48% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 11% | 12.56% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 8.96% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 2.84% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 6% | 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 | -0.18 | 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 | 46.7 | 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% | 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 | 36% | 15.32% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 16% | 7.79% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 26% | 10.75% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.03 | 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 | 94% | 86.56% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 186 | 132 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 84% | 81.72% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 59% | 52% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 11% | 11.88% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 15% | 10.44% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 7.8% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 2.32% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 2.4% | 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 | -0.23 | 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 | 46.2 | 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 | 45% 4 | 26.61% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 75% 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 | 63% | 25.82% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 12% 1 | 7.75% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 22% 4 | 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 | 92% | 91.04% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 198 | 129 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 83% | 85.74% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 62% | 50.48% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 10% | 10.83% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 11% | 11.52% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 13.17% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 3.35% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 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 | -0.02 | 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 | 46.2 | 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 | 41% 3 | 28.88% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 70% 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 | 61% | 24.58% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 11% 19 | 7.92% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 26% 9 | 13.27% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.01 | 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 | 92% | 77% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 200 | 131 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 78% | 66.09% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 56% | 47.55% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | - | 8.68% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 12% | 9% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 2% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 13% | 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 | - | 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 | 47.5 | 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 | 44% | 26.78% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 72% | 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 | 57% | 23.39% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 30% | 10.91% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 35% | 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 | 93% | 75.58% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 193 | 130 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 63.47% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 65% | 43.63% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 15% | 10.32% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 10.84% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 3.47% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 11% | 5.16% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 2% | 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 | - | 22.4 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | - | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 22.3 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 6% | 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 | 34 | 582 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 56% | 59.29% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 15% | 9.86% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 26% | 18.86% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 10% | 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 | 31.59 | 30.43 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 34.24 | 31.45 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 4.5% | 11.25% | 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 | 39 | 808 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 56% | 62.14% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 5.29% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 29% | 16.71% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 11.14% | 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 | 24.50 | 23.92 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 22.90 6 | 24.94 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 3.2% | 6.99% | 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 | 29 | 608 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 55% | 53% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 21% | 13.17% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 15% | 19% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 9.67% | 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 | 24.55 1 | 22.92 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 28.67 4 | 24.29 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 10.0% | 5.91% | 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 | - | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 6 | 63% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 22% | 10.33% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 15% | 18.17% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 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 | 23.33 | 19.05 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 24.72 | 21.14 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 3.36% | 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 | - | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 3 | 75.83% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 14% | 7.5% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 8% | 14.17% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 4.5% | 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 | 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 Ellowes Hall Sports College
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
