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Guildford County School
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Outstanding
| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Outstanding |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Outstanding |
| Outcomes for pupils | Outstanding |
| 16 to 19 study programmes | Outstanding |
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Academic Progress: Pupils achieve very high standards and make excellent progress, particularly in mathematics, humanities, and English.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are proud of their school and achievements, showing active citizenship within and outside the school.
Qualifications and Training: Staff are well supported to improve their practice and blossom, including those new to the profession.
Current Educational Practices: Staff embrace change and respond well to advice from leaders.
Strengths and Challenges: The leadership of teaching is very well developed, supporting staff effectively.
Opportunities for Involvement: An active parent group and alumni raise funds for special projects such as sports equipment.
Communication: Leaders use the website effectively to communicate with parents.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents are extremely positive about their children鈥檚 experience at the school.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: The headteacher does not shirk from making difficult decisions and communicates his vision effectively.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders have radically improved teaching quality and set a strategic direction with support from governors.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying is rare and swiftly dealt with by teachers. Pupils feel safe and know how to stay safe.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: The school promotes a respectful and warm atmosphere. Pupils practice yoga and 'mindfulness' techniques to combat anxiety.
Extracurricular Offerings: Pupils enjoy a variety of subjects and new skills outside the formal school day, especially music.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: There is an extensive programme of after-school events and visits that enhance the academic focus.
Outdoor Facilities: Pupils participate in outdoor adventure activities at weekends with minimal disruption from building works.
Career Counselling Services: Students receive very good advice about their futures, with increasing numbers attending prestigious universities.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Teaching in the sixth form is outstanding and prepares students well for further academic qualifications.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Vulnerable pupils make good progress with targeted resources and support.
Subjects Offered: Pupils study a wide variety of subjects, including four different languages and music.
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Guildford County School is a top rated, Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Surrey, South East.
It has 1218 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 17 : 1.
At this school, 66% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
71.40% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Outstanding by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Although we have a thriving Sixth Form and can offer a wide variety of courses and co-curricular activities, we are yet small enough to know and value everyone of our students individually.
We welcome students as we are an inclusive sixth form.
We ask that you adhere to the Sixth Form's ethos and fulfil our entrance requirements.
Since we are a full-service sixth form, we take great pride in the fact that our A level scores are consistently in the top 25% of the country.
All of these advantages come together in a special ethos that fosters a very upbeat and joyful environment where students enjoy participating in and being a part of both the Sixth Form and the entire school.
Our goal is to make sure the kids strive for success via participation and aspiration for excellence.
All students participate in a range of activities that improve their communities, support charitable causes, raise money for worthy causes, and support the Sixth Form's House System.
By giving them positions of authority and responsibility, we want them to serve as role models for the younger students.
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We welcome students as we are an inclusive sixth form.
We ask that you adhere to the Sixth Form's ethos and fulfil our entrance requirements.
Since we are a full-service sixth form, we take great pride in the fact that our A level scores are consistently in the top 25% of the country.
All of these advantages come together in a special ethos that fosters a very upbeat and joyful environment where students enjoy participating in and being a part of both the Sixth Form and the entire school.
Our goal is to make sure the kids strive for success via participation and aspiration for excellence.
All students participate in a range of activities that improve their communities, support charitable causes, raise money for worthy causes, and support the Sixth Form's House System.
By giving them positions of authority and responsibility, we want them to serve as role models for the younger students.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
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| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
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| Ofset report | Outstanding | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-16 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 17.8 | 15.1 | 16 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 66% | 48% | 29% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 19.00% | - | - |
| 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 | 0.53 | 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 | 58.5 | 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 | 66% | 27.54% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 83% | 37.51% | 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 | 41% | 19.8% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 29% | 9.78% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 33% | 13.68% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.24 | 2.76 | 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 | 97% | 86.44% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 165 | 139 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 81.23% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 16% | 25.93% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 61% | 20.25% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 14% | 22.67% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 12.38% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 1.96% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 3.23% | 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 | 0.51 | 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 | 60.4 | 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 | 68% | 29.83% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 84% | 39.76% | 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 | 47% | 19.04% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 32% | 11.05% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 37% | 14.12% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.41 | 2.81 | 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% | 87.57% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 156 | 139 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 92% | 84.58% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 15% | 26.68% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 63% | 21.21% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 12% | 22.76% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 14% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 1.44% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 1.53% | 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 | 57.3 | 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 | 63% 3 | 26.78% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 82% 3 | 38.69% | 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 | 86% | 21.78% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 36% 4 | 10.24% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 53% 5 | 14.45% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.42 | 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% | 85.52% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 156 | 133 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 94% | 80.18% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 10% | 39.61% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 69% | 20.18% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 15% | 7.27% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 13.21% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 2.66% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 2.54% | 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 | 0.54 | 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 | 58.4 | 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 | 66% 6 | 27.06% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 79% 5 | 37.83% | 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 | 57% | 21.13% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 40% | 10.6% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 48% 5 | 14.41% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.43 | 2.74 | 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% | 80.83% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 159 | 148 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 92% | 71.05% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 13% | 20.97% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 62% | 21.97% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 14% | 24.32% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 3.27% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.41% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.49% | 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 | 0.52 | 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 | 58.5 | 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 | 60% | 26.87% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 84% | 38.25% | 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 | 55% | 20.75% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 40% | 12.34% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 43% | 13.62% | 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 | 96% | 79.49% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 159 | 151 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 60.96% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 22.49% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 63% | 23.09% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 20% | 21.56% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 1.49% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3.31% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.8% | 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 | 35.43 | 35.78 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 36.06 | 35.28 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 19.00% | 20.72% | 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 | 136 | 259 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 49% | 59.55% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 3% | 4.12% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 40% | 23.48% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 9% | 8.58% | 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 | 40.28 | 38.77 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 40.47 | 37.83 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 27.1% | 25.63% | 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 | 137 | 278 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 45% | 57.88% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 1% | 3.73% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 35% | 21.55% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 16% | 9.48% | 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 | 36.27 1 | 35.01 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 35.81 3 | 33.8 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 21.6% | 19.79% | 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 | 110 | 247 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 57% | 55.25% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 6.03% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 27% | 26.81% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 8.44% | 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 | 37.45 3 | 33.27 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 38.10 1 | 33.23 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 26.9% | 20.13% | 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 | - | 4 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 37 | 41.65% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 4.03% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 37% | 20.45% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 3.61% | 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 | 34.97 | 33.03 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 37.23 | 33.31 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 20.2% | 18.73% | 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 | - | 0 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 29 | 36.56% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 5.67% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 31% | 25.41% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 3.26% | 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 - 2nd Sep 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 Guildford County School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
