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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Inadequate |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Requires Improvement |
| 16 to 19 study programmes | Good |
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Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are polite, friendly, smart, and have good attitudes.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Generally respectful and welcoming environment
Academic Progress: Outcomes improving but not yet good enough for disadvantaged and SEN pupils.
Academic Progress: Insufficient progress for SEND pupils
Qualifications and Training: Effective classroom-based staff training program in place.
Current Educational Practices: Teaching now more attuned to pupils' needs.
Current Educational Practices: Effective assessment strategies in place
Strengths and Challenges: Stronger teaching in most areas, but math teaching needs improvement.
Qualifications and Training: Good subject knowledge; improving SEND training
Strengths and Challenges: Need improved SEND resource selection skills
Opportunities for Involvement: Majority of parents pleased with school鈥檚 work.
Communication: Staff liaise closely with parents.
Parent Satisfaction: Overwhelming majority of parents feel the school is well led.
Opportunities for Involvement: Steps taken to improve involvement
Communication: Needs more effective communication with parents
Parent Satisfaction: Not consistently informed about school actions
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders follow up absences quickly and handle pupil problems effectively.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders maintain strong education quality; initiated effective interventions.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Responsive to feedback; needs better communication
Actions for Quality Improvement: Focused on curriculum review and attendance
Managing Bullying and Safety: School is safe, effective assembly on online safety observed.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: All necessary training provided to staff, vigilant in safeguarding.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Pupils feel safe; proactive pupil support
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying occurs but is effectively addressed
Extracurricular Offerings: Wide-ranging pastoral support for sixth form students.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Sixth form students well-prepared for future.
Extracurricular Offerings: Broad range of clubs and activities
Career Counselling Services: Presented with appropriate careers options.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Head of sixth form prepares students well.
Career Counselling Services: Comprehensive careers program in place
Managing and Supporting SEND: Staff address barriers to progress; close liaison with parents.
Managing and Supporting SEND: SEND support requires improvement
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About Us
Heart of England School is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in West Midlands County, West Midlands.
It has 1232 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1.
At this school, 37% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
96.90% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Heart of England School is led by our principal, Jacqueline Hughes-Williams, her Leadership Team, and the Governing Body with passion. Creating Futures for each and every one of our students is the core of our common vision. By embracing these principles and putting them at the centre of all that we do and say, our school becomes a fantastic setting for learning and student success. You choose Heart of England School and entrust us with the future of your child. You have our utmost assurance that we will use every available resource to successfully return on your investment.
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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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D-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | - |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 15.3 | - | 16.7 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 37% | 98% | 67% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 11.90% | 35.00% | 29.90% |
| 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 | -0.18 | 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 | 44.3 | 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 | 37% | 28.57% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 66% | 42.13% | 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 | 19% | 23.91% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 7% | 9.7% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 10% | 14.39% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.67 | 2.65 | 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 | 96% | 87.4% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 198 | 157 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 83% | 81.55% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 25% | 33.75% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 52% | 24.6% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 5% | 10.9% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 12.4% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 2.7% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 6% | 3.05% | 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 | 0.01 | 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 | 51.1 | 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 | 56% | 35.27% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 72% | 48.86% | 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 | 27% | 26.05% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 18% | 14.05% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 23% | 18.5% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.34 | 3.06 | 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% | 87.35% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 194 | 151 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 88% | 84% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 32% | 35.05% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 51% | 26.25% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 4% | 10% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 12.75% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 1.8% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 1.8% | 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 | 0.02 | 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 | 50.3 | 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 | 48% 2 | 29.24% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 74% 4 | 44.52% | 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 | 33% | 20.9% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 21% 1 | 9.95% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 28% 6 | 14.43% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.33 | 2.9 | 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 | 96% | 80.13% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 200 | 144 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 88% | 74.56% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 38% | 42.19% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 48% | 21% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 1% | 0.63% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 10.81% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 2.94% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 2.5% | 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 | -0.07 | 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 | 49.9 | 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 | 46% 10 | 27.48% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 70% 1 | 41.14% | 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 | 39% | 21.86% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 20% 8 | 9.29% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 34% 6 | 14.57% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.35 | 2.61 | 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 | 95% | 82.75% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 202 | 146 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 84% | 71.06% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 25% | 26.94% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 55% | 20.88% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 4% | 11.25% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 9.31% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 3.31% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 2.19% | 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 | -0.14 | 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 | 56% | 27.68% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 71% | 39.26% | 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 | 37% | 23.05% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 28% | 14.11% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 28% | 14.95% | 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 | 97% | 82.29% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 214 | 154 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 94% | 73.29% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 37% | 33.86% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 53% | 23.79% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 2% | 12.36% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 8.93% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 8% | 5.93% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 2.07% | 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 | 33.86 | 29.96 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.85 | 28.19 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 11.90% | 12.49% | 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 | 93 | 303 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 60% | 56.58% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 11% | 9.83% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 22% | 21.67% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 9.42% | 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 | 35.3 | 33.86 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 34.28 | 31.23 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 6.2% | 15.75% | 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 | 86 | 341 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 65% | 54.67% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 10% | 7.5% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 18% | 15.33% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 11.33% | 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 | 34.99 2 | 27.94 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 34.44 2 | 26.65 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 10.7% | 9.38% | 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 | 113 | 380 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 57% | 57.33% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 9% | 8.78% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 28% | 22.67% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 8.33% | 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 | 32.48 1 | 28.77 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.68 4 | 26.6 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 7.6% | 8.77% | 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 | - | 1 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 28 | 42.57% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 6.57% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 32% | 23.71% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 2.43% | 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 | 33.98 | 23.58 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 36.09 | 24.52 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 7.7% | 8.55% | 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 | 6 | 1 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 17 | 55.71% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 9.43% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 17% | 21% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 6.29% | 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
15 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Heart of England School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
