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Herne Bay High School
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- Canterbury CT6 7NS
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
| Sixth-form provision | Outstanding |
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Academic Progress: Students make good progress due to well-structured curriculum. Sixth form students make exceptional progress
Behaviour and Attitudes: Positive behaviour and attitudes are demonstrated by pupils, especially in the sixth form
Strengths and Challenges: Teachers are skilled with expert subject knowledge; improvements needed in modern languages
Communication: Communication with parents needs improvement, especially on resolving bullying incidents
Actions for Quality Improvement: Trustees have recently made rapid improvements, strengthening policies and challenging leaders' work
Managing Bullying and Safety: Swift actions taken to address bullying, but better communication with parents required
Extracurricular Offerings: Wide range of activities with highlights like the dance club; positive engagement visible
Managing and Supporting SEND: SEND pupils make good progress with adapted teaching methods
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Herne Bay High School is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Kent, South East.
It has 1580 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 14 : 1.
At this school, 31% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
96.30% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Herne Bay High is a highly effective, forward-thinking institution that takes pride in its culture of high standards and traditional values, especially those that pertain to respect, discipline, and behaviour.
We are enthusiastic about helping every kid reach their maximum academic potential and raising confident, mature, and responsible young adults.
The curriculum will serve as the main vehicle for ensuring that students' rights to a thorough and pertinent education are upheld.
The school will give each student with a challenging and interesting educational experience that is catered to their talents and interests, while also observing and carrying out all applicable legal requirements, including those pertaining to the National Curriculum.
Our main goal is to give our students the knowledge and skills they need to succeed in our fast changing world and be ready for life after school, in whatever form that may take.
The School is an essential component of the neighbourhood as well as a community of adults and children who come together to learn.
Herne Bay High will work to provide the best possible education for all pupils in terms of curriculum, learning, development, and progress.
"ASPIRE to be the best you can be" is the motto of our school.
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We are enthusiastic about helping every kid reach their maximum academic potential and raising confident, mature, and responsible young adults.
The curriculum will serve as the main vehicle for ensuring that students' rights to a thorough and pertinent education are upheld.
The school will give each student with a challenging and interesting educational experience that is catered to their talents and interests, while also observing and carrying out all applicable legal requirements, including those pertaining to the National Curriculum.
Our main goal is to give our students the knowledge and skills they need to succeed in our fast changing world and be ready for life after school, in whatever form that may take.
The School is an essential component of the neighbourhood as well as a community of adults and children who come together to learn.
Herne Bay High will work to provide the best possible education for all pupils in terms of curriculum, learning, development, and progress.
"ASPIRE to be the best you can be" is the motto of our school.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
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| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-16 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 14.8 | 15.1 | 16.4 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 31% | 48% | 17% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 0.00% | - | - |
| 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 | -0.94 | 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 | 41.0 | 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 | 31% | 27.56% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 63% | 39.45% | 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 | 2% | 22.68% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 11.21% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 1% | 15.49% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 2.95 | 2.56 | 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 | 92% | 92.84% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 255 | 136 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 82% | 87.37% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 33% | 23.94% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 49% | 48.66% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.42% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 14.49% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 2.16% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 3.38% | 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 | -0.99 | 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 | 41.4 | 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 | 30% | 30.86% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 62% | 41.56% | 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 | 6% | 24.39% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 3% | 14.21% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 4% | 17.9% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.22 | 2.78 | 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 | 93% | 93.79% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 250 | 132 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 86% | 90.53% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 32% | 25.23% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 54% | 49.41% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.32% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | SP | 15.64% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 1.42% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 1.76% | 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 | -0.43 | 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 | 39.2 | 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 | 26% 8 | 30.06% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 54% 4 | 42.83% | 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 | 42% | 28.79% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 6% 1 | 13.95% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 16% 2 | 19.27% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.24 | 2.86 | 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 | 92% | 90.87% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 253 | 123 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 83% | 85.71% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 34% | 24.06% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 49% | 48.32% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.21% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 13.22% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 2.6% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 2.64% | 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 | -0.33 | 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 | 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 | 18% 8 | 29.06% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 50% 6 | 41.45% | 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 | 48% | 26.38% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 7% 1 | 13.75% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 14% 8 | 18.54% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.19 | 2.81 | 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% | 90.17% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 255 | 124 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 86% | 76.36% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 28% | 21.34% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 58% | 50.18% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.06% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 11.51% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 1.83% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 1.64% | 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 | -0.36 | 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 | 37.4 | 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 | 26% | 28.56% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 56% | 40.73% | 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 | 36% | 26.37% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 6% | 16.77% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 6% | 18.05% | 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 | 94% | 85.02% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 260 | 124 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 47.31% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 35% | 21.95% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 53% | 49.32% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.09% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 7.48% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 3.15% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 1.98% | 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 | 27.41 | 27.11 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 27.93 | 25.17 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.00% | 9.02% | 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 | 143 | 141 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 48% | 55.45% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 8% | 5.31% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 30% | 26.06% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 9% | 9.04% | 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 | 32.61 | 29.7 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.5 | 27.3 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 1.9% | 12.32% | 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 | 127 | 161 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 52% | 56.64% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 2% | 4.49% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 34% | 21.66% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 9% | 11.73% | 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 | 28.66 3 | 25.81 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 21.56 1 | 23.49 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 9.72% | 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 | 135 | 139 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 44% | 51.8% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 9% | 6.29% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 31% | 26.13% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 14% | 8.98% | 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 | 25.98 3 | 27.09 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 20.86 5 | 25.72 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 1.2% | 10.62% | 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 | 42 | 22.23% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 4.73% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 39% | 19.6% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 4.4% | 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 | 22.81 | 24.89 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 25.45 | 24.28 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 2.3% | 9.87% | 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 | 16 | 27.54% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 7% | 6.2% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 21% | 25.49% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 4.42% | 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 - 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 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
14 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Herne Bay High School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
