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Hanley Castle High School
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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 | Good |
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Academic Progress: Pupils work hard and achieve well.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils respect others and behave well in lessons and at social times.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers have secure knowledge of the subjects they teach.
Current Educational Practices: Teachers explain new ideas accurately and test recall at the start of lessons.
Strengths and Challenges: Some teachers are not using new ways to identify misconceptions consistently well.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents can use Ofsted Parent View to provide feedback.
Communication: Leaders communicate with parents through regular updates.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents' responses on Ofsted Parent View were positive.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders take bullying seriously and resolve it promptly.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders plan to revisit areas of the curriculum and work closely with primary schools.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Staff resolve bullying promptly and pupils feel safe and happy.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Staff provide effective support for pupils鈥� mental health.
Extracurricular Offerings: Pupils take part in a wide range of extra-curricular clubs.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Students enjoy a varied enrichment programme.
Outdoor Facilities: The school has opportunities for educational visits.
Career Counselling Services: Pupils receive wide-ranging and impartial careers advice.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Students meet with a professional from relevant fields of work.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Pupils with SEND follow the same curriculum as their peers.
Subjects Offered: Pupils choose from a variety of academic and technical subjects.
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Hanley Castle High School is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Worcestershire, West Midlands.
It has 1086 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 17 : 1.
At this school, 50% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
99.00% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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One of the oldest schools in the nation is the School.
Although the actual date of establishment is unknown, we do know that a Chantry School was already operational at the former castle of Hanley in 1326.
Hanley reemerged as a Grammar School during the Reformation, and we have a charter dating from 1544, under the reign of Henry VIII.
The school's facilities were greatly enhanced by the building programme in 1991, and as a result of becoming a Specialist School for Languages, we were able to acquire funds for a spectacular new $2 million, eight-classroom language block, which was inaugurated in September 2008.
Hanley Parish, which eventually evolved into Hanley Castle, has a lengthy and fascinating history.
In order to honour the long history of our special community, we have named our new institutions after three significant villages found within the forest.
Burley University.
When King John constructed a castle in the parish at the start of the 13th century, Hanley's reputation was enhanced.
Even though it served more as a hunting lodge than a castle during its 300-year existence.
Anglo-Saxon burh leah, which means "clearing near a fort," was the name of the settlement that once stood on the high land where the castle was eventually built.
Horton University.
Hanley's pottery industry flourished as a result of the area's abundant supply of clay and trees for making charcoal.
From the 12th through the 17th century, this persisted, mainly around Roberts End, where hundreds of pieces of mediaeval pottery have just recently been found.
So let our kids compete at the colleges they represent for honour and glory!
All of our pupils are urged to recognise their place in the global society and the need of exhibiting respect and tolerance for other people's cultures and ethnicities.
The curriculum emphasises global issues, and all academic disciplines play a crucial role in fostering a global mindset.
Students are reminded via trilingual signage placed throughout the school that they attend a school that welcomes its European neighbours.
The school offers a diverse schedule of foreign connections, visits, and exchanges.
This includes an annual visit by a Chinese tutoring group, who are invited to spend the summer at our school.
For former students of the school who still desire to stay in touch with one another, there is an association.
We still have former students from the 1930s who wish to indulge their nostalgia since our institution is historically significant.
The Association's President is the Headteacher, and an association member serves on the school's governing body.
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Although the actual date of establishment is unknown, we do know that a Chantry School was already operational at the former castle of Hanley in 1326.
Hanley reemerged as a Grammar School during the Reformation, and we have a charter dating from 1544, under the reign of Henry VIII.
The school's facilities were greatly enhanced by the building programme in 1991, and as a result of becoming a Specialist School for Languages, we were able to acquire funds for a spectacular new $2 million, eight-classroom language block, which was inaugurated in September 2008.
Hanley Parish, which eventually evolved into Hanley Castle, has a lengthy and fascinating history.
In order to honour the long history of our special community, we have named our new institutions after three significant villages found within the forest.
Burley University.
When King John constructed a castle in the parish at the start of the 13th century, Hanley's reputation was enhanced.
Even though it served more as a hunting lodge than a castle during its 300-year existence.
Anglo-Saxon burh leah, which means "clearing near a fort," was the name of the settlement that once stood on the high land where the castle was eventually built.
Horton University.
Hanley's pottery industry flourished as a result of the area's abundant supply of clay and trees for making charcoal.
From the 12th through the 17th century, this persisted, mainly around Roberts End, where hundreds of pieces of mediaeval pottery have just recently been found.
So let our kids compete at the colleges they represent for honour and glory!
All of our pupils are urged to recognise their place in the global society and the need of exhibiting respect and tolerance for other people's cultures and ethnicities.
The curriculum emphasises global issues, and all academic disciplines play a crucial role in fostering a global mindset.
Students are reminded via trilingual signage placed throughout the school that they attend a school that welcomes its European neighbours.
The school offers a diverse schedule of foreign connections, visits, and exchanges.
This includes an annual visit by a Chinese tutoring group, who are invited to spend the summer at our school.
For former students of the school who still desire to stay in touch with one another, there is an association.
We still have former students from the 1930s who wish to indulge their nostalgia since our institution is historically significant.
The Association's President is the Headteacher, and an association member serves on the school's governing body.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
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B-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 17.9 | - | 14.6 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 50% | 98% | 31% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 23.50% | 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 | 0.28 | 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 | 50.7 | 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 | 50% | 25.84% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 75% | 38.17% | 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 | 53% | 22.83% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 16% | 8.17% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 27% | 12.38% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.46 | 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 | 98% | 94.97% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 165 | 150 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 88% | 86.8% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 19% | 30.83% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 58% | 26.91% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 8% | 13.86% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 15.09% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 3.71% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 4.51% | 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 | 0.54 | 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 | 57.5 | 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 | 64% | 27.6% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 82% | 39.97% | 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 | 62% | 23.41% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 36% | 11.03% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 48% | 15.74% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.25 | 2.75 | 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% | 91.31% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 167 | 146 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 88% | 86.26% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 29% | 33.34% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 47% | 27.8% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 10% | 13.2% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 11.89% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 2.29% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 2.77% | 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 | 0.37 | 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 | 53.3 | 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 | 52% 13 | 25.21% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 78% 11 | 40.9% | 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 | 72% | 27.37% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 28% 3 | 9.65% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 47% 5 | 15.88% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.93 | 2.87 | 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 | 98% | 94.71% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 160 | 142 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 93% | 87.53% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 19% | 34.44% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 63% | 26.38% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 9% | 12.59% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 14.18% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 4.44% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 2.97% | 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 | -0.13 | 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 | 50.1 | 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 | 39% 13 | 27.98% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 67% 10 | 42.12% | 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 | 66% | 25.18% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 25% 9 | 9.76% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 42% 4 | 14.78% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.64 | 2.97 | 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 | 94% | 87.15% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 142 | 146 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 88% | 77.62% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 18% | 26.71% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 61% | 28.79% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 9.15% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 9.06% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 3.47% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 2.32% | 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 | 52.5 | 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 | 52% | 29.08% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 77% | 43.18% | 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 | 59% | 25.26% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 34% | 13.44% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 38% | 15.08% | 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 | 98% | 90.24% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 149 | 151 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 95% | 67.35% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 23% | 28.44% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 59% | 30.03% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 11% | 10.85% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 7.65% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 5.38% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 3.26% | 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 | 36.21 | 29.14 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 37.24 | 28.64 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 23.50% | 12.04% | 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 | 112 | 130 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 57% | 51.67% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 8% | 6.71% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 18% | 27.83% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 13% | 9.75% | 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 | 40.06 | 33.19 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 41.9 | 32.66 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 27.7% | 17.06% | 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 | 100 | 168 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 61% | 56.67% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 14% | 6.67% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 13% | 21.63% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 11.13% | 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 | 30.99 | 28.82 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 30.67 1 | 27.59 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 7.1% | 11.29% | 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 | 95 | 135 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 60% | 54.91% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 11.3% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 19% | 21.17% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 8.52% | 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 | 30.54 2 | 29.22 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 31.77 5 | 30.91 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 15.2% | 11.79% | 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 | 21 | 24.57% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 8% | 8.91% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 23% | 20.61% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 2.17% | 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 | 32.61 | 27.51 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 36.76 | 28.61 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 29.0% | 12.08% | 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 | - | 1 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 21 | 27.45% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 9.59% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 27% | 24.36% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 3.32% | 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 | 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 Hanley Castle High School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
