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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Not Previously Inspected |
| 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: Teaching is effective in helping most pupils make strong progress in many subjects
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils鈥� behaviour is improving and is good. There remains a small number of pupils who do not consistently meet high expectations
Qualifications and Training: Staff receive regular training and development opportunities
Current Educational Practices: Staff reflect on their practice, research, and share ideas in weekly sessions
Strengths and Challenges: Teaching is mostly effective, with some inconsistencies
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents are very supportive and acknowledge significant improvements
Communication: Parents receive regular information on pupils鈥� progress
Parent Satisfaction: Parents appreciate the house system and pastoral care
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders address concerns promptly and thoroughly
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders' actions result in improved teaching and raised achievement
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying, when it occurs, is dealt with well by teachers
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Leaders provide excellent support for pupils' emotional and mental well-being
Extracurricular Offerings: Extensive range of extracurricular activities available
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Well-planned PSHE and PLEDGES contribute to personal development
Outdoor Facilities: Support for students' interests in sport, culture, and arts
Career Counselling Services: Comprehensive programme of careers education available
Preparation for Sixth Form: Students value the guidance provided for future studies and careers
Managing and Supporting SEND: Effective support ensures good and improving progress for pupils with SEND
Subjects Offered: School offers vocational and technical courses, along with A levels in certain subjects
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Ely College is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Cambridgeshire, East of England.
It has 1628 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 17 : 1.
At this school, 53% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
86.40% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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The essential values of CMAT are ingrained in all that we do at Ely College. These programmes have been created and successfully implemented at other trust-affiliated schools. We place the sharing of great educational practises at the centre of our commitment to the achievement of every child. We are committed to improving the quality of education and life in Ely to ensure the young adults who leave our care are prepared for the next stage of their education and are ready and confident to move forward as responsible and employable citizens. We are dedicated to maintaining our core principles and focus as we grow sharing the success of the values that were developed at Swavesey Village College. Every member of our community is known, valued and supported to achieve in all areas at the highest level to become successful and confident and responsible for the pursuit of lifelong learning.
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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 | - |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 17.4 | - | 14.8 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 53% | 98% | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 4.30% | 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 | 0.39 | 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 | 50.0 | 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 | 53% | 28.91% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 71% | 39.33% | 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 | 50% | 21.79% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 12% | 12.46% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 25% | 16.17% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.43 | 2.68 | 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 | 95% | 92.05% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 190 | 147 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 81% | 85.63% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 17% | 23.66% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 36% | 19.85% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 25% | 28.37% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 13.83% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 2.15% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 8% | 4.07% | 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 | 0.32 | 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 | 64% | 31.24% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 82% | 41.76% | 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 | 45% | 23.32% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 22% | 15.45% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 29% | 18.89% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.93 | 2.95 | 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 | 97% | 93.65% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 242 | 145 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 89.83% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 21% | 24.3% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 28% | 22.65% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 40% | 27.38% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 15.65% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 1.6% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 2.2% | 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 | -0.1 | 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 | 44.7 | 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 | 39% 4 | 26.86% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 59% 2 | 38.05% | 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 | 61% | 20.1% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 16% 6 | 10.87% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 25% 9 | 14.52% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.09 | 2.57 | 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% | 94.38% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 182 | 148 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 85% | 87.7% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 27% | 26.41% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 23% | 19.95% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 32% | 28.22% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 3% | 13.11% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 9% | 3.14% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 3.57% | 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 | -0.04 | 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 | 45.7 | 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 | 43% 2 | 26.03% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 61% 4 | 37.13% | 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 | 25% | 19.76% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 10% 3 | 10.26% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 16% 2 | 13.9% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.97 | 2.54 | 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 | - | 85.5% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 152 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 79.09% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 20.76% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | - | 18.06% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 27.12% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 8.35% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.88% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.65% | 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 | -0.12 | 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 | 43.9 | 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 | 41% | 26.74% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 65% | 37.46% | 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 | 23% | 20.08% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 13% | 12.67% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 14% | 13.77% | 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 | - | 82.34% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 163 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 72.56% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 28.41% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | - | 16.75% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 26.63% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 2.97% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 4.41% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3.97% | 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 | 29.01 | 30.76 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 24.35 | 31.29 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 4.30% | 19.23% | 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 | 68 | 227 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 25% | 51.06% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 9% | 4.61% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 47% | 28.06% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 15% | 9.33% | 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 | 25.68 | 32.9 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 24.67 | 33.26 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 6.7% | 21.91% | 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 | 48 | 242 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 25% | 52.33% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 4.61% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 48% | 25.28% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 19% | 10.33% | 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 | - | 28.92 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | - | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 29.51 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 16.07% | 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 | 35 | 212 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 29% | 52% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 9% | 6.32% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 49% | 25.95% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 11% | 9.63% | 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 | - | 28.17 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | - | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 28.56 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 16.03% | 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 | - | 3 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 50% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 4.56% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 21.19% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 3.06% | 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 | 15.63 | 29.3 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | D- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 18.57 | 30.28 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 18.35% | 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 | - | 55.53% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 5.53% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | - | 23.73% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 2.93% | 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 | 3rd 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
17 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Ely College
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
