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Haydon Bridge Community High School and Sports College
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Haydon Bridge Community High School and Sports College
- Secondary
- Haydon NE47 6LR
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Requires Improvement
| The quality of education | Requires Improvement |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Requires Improvement |
| Personal development | Requires Improvement |
| Leadership and management | Requires Improvement |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Requires Improvement |
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Behaviour and Attitudes: Standards of behaviour remain a concern for some parents and pupils.
Qualifications and Training: Training is being provided to staff.
Strengths and Challenges: Issues with appointing and retaining staff have impacted the school's improvement.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents can give their opinion on Ofsted Parent View.
Communication: Some parents do not feel the school responds effectively to their concerns.
Parent Satisfaction: Many parents are positive about the range of subjects; however, some parents are not satisfied with how the school handles their concerns.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders have recently introduced new procedures intended to improve attendance.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders are taking action to ensure they have the staff they need in important roles.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Pupils know that staff will help resolve bullying issues.
Extracurricular Offerings: Students carry out charity work and support younger pupils at the school.
Career Counselling Services: Careers advice and guidance are available to help pupils make informed choices about their future.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Recent training is helping to ensure staff are better prepared to support pupils with SEND.
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About Us
Haydon Bridge Community High School and Sports College is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Northumberland County, North East.
It has 423 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 17 : 1.
At this school, 44% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
92.30% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Requires Improvement by recent Ofsted inspection.
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It gives me great pleasure to welcome you to Haydon Bridge High School, a fantastic setting for learning, growth, and academic distinction. a school where students grow and evolve while forming gratifying connections with our welcoming staff and the larger community. I am very proud of our ably qualified and caring staff team, and the levels of support we receive from parents, carers and the governing body. Our school is unique because of the staff's and the community's dedication to the kids' personal and extracurricular growth. I hope that you will find our website to be educational and that it will give you a sense of the numerous, varied options we provide for each student. Contact the school office if you would like more details about Haydon Bridge High School. Should you have any specific enquiries, or would like to have an opportunity to experience the positive learning environment, the warmth and special atmosphere of Haydon Bridge High School please do not hesitate to contact me or any member of the school's leadership team. We will be happy to show you around and tell you about all of our accomplishments, of which we are all extremely proud. To provide your child with the best education possible over the upcoming years, we look forward to collaborating with you.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
C+
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A
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B-
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| Ofset report | Requires Improvement | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-19 | 10-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 17.7 | - | 15.5 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | 99 |
| Proficient Read | - | - | 101 |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 44% | 34% | 27% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 9.10% | - | - |
| 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 | -0.35 | 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 | 44% | 23.11% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 63% | 35% | 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 | 5% | 15.04% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 2% | 6.11% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 3% | 9% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.44 | 2.22 | 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 | 99% | 83.91% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 76 | 127 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 75% | 74.91% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 37% | 29.35% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 38% | 28% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 17.57% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 14% | 4.39% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 9% | 4.52% | 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 | -0.75 | 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 | 38.4 | 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 | 42% | 24.93% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 61% | 37.11% | 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 | 93% | 16.81% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 7% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 9.56% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 2.91 | 2.4 | 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 | 99% | 85.04% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 72 | 125 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 82% | 78.61% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 19% | 33% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 63% | 30.91% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 14.74% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 2.61% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 13% | 3.91% | 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 | -0.22 | 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 | 41 | 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 | 20% 2 | 21.96% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 51% 7 | 35.48% | 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 | 17% | 14.43% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 4% 3 | 5.17% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 8% 3 | 7.39% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.39 | 2.37 | 2.88 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 94% | 81.35% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 83 | 126 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 75% | 73.47% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 34% | 27.65% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 40% | 29.35% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 16.47% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 13% | 4.41% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 6% | 3.29% | 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 | -0.09 | 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 | 42.2 | 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 | 22% 1 | 19.17% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 44% 4 | 29.3% | 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 | 12% | 12.39% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 1% 4 | 4.87% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 5% 1 | 6.91% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.46 | 1.98 | 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% | 74.24% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 120 | 127 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 78% | 63.41% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 34% | 21.76% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 44% | 31% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 10.12% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 10% | 4.47% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 3.53% | 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 | -0.21 | 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 | 41.7 | 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 | 23% | 18.5% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 48% | 30.55% | 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 | 11% | 14.15% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 5% | 7% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 6% | 8.1% | 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 | 91% | 77.35% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 129 | 134 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 85% | 52.82% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 40% | 23.53% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 45% | 33.59% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 9.18% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 9% | 5.59% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 6% | 2.06% | 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 | 36.32 | 30.88 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 38.48 | 29.13 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 9.10% | 9.33% | 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 | 33 | 85 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 36% | 55.36% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 15% | 11.5% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 31% | 20.36% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 8.36% | 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 | 35 | 35.1 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 40.95 | 35.35 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 14.3% | 16.88% | 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 | 40 | 93 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 30% | 56.5% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 7.93% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 40% | 17.64% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 18% | 14.36% | 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 | 23.86 2 | 29.48 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 28.52 1 | 32.64 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 11.1% | 17.51% | 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 | 46 | 103 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 37% | 55.09% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 17% | 13.64% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 33% | 17.36% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 11% | 8.91% | 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 | 25.86 2 | 28.87 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 29.79 6 | 30.58 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 18.8% | 12.27% | 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 | - | 0 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 11 | 16.18% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 10% | 11.27% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 18% | 18.09% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 4.55% | 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 | 27.01 | 24.51 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 35.95 | 29.27 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 14.3% | 10.56% | 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 | 12 | 15.64% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 8% | 9.91% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 16% | 15.82% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 3.45% | 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 | 24th Feb 2025 - 28th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 14th Apr 2025 - 25th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 21st Jul 2025 - 1st 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 - 23rd Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 1st Mar 2025 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 20th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
17 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Haydon Bridge Community High School and Sports College
Local authority ratio 16 : 1