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The Highcrest Academy
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- Buckinghamshire HP13 7NQ
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
| 16 to 19 study programmes | Good |
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Academic Progress: Pupils make good progress in most subjects through all year groups .
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils have a positive attitude to learning and behave well .
Qualifications and Training: Teachers find detailed feedback on the quality of their teaching helpful .
Current Educational Practices: Comprehensive and innovative programme of training for staff at all levels .
Strengths and Challenges: High level of consistency in planning lessons, but staff retention issues in some subjects .
Opportunities for Involvement: Family literacy sessions and regular information provided .
Communication: Leaders work hard to engage parents with comprehensive updates .
Parent Satisfaction: Most parents are very happy with how the school supports their children .
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Governors provide good challenge and hold leaders to account effectively .
Actions for Quality Improvement: Focus on improving teaching and consistent lesson planning .
Managing Bullying and Safety: Effective safeguarding measures and workshops on various safety topics .
Promoting Welfare and Safety: High priority on pupils' emotional well-being and inclusion .
Extracurricular Offerings: Broad range of subjects enhanced by clubs, educational visits, and visitors .
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Well-supervised breakfast clubs contributing to social skills .
Outdoor Facilities: Various facilities for extracurricular activities including a library and breakfast club .
Career Counselling Services: Well-regarded and impartial careers advice provided .
Preparation for Sixth Form: Sixth formers receive induction programs and subject-specific support .
Managing and Supporting SEND: Disadvantaged pupils and those with special needs receive well-targeted support .
Subjects Offered: Broad range of subjects offered and regularly reviewed .
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The Highcrest Academy is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Buckinghamshire County, South East.
It has 1068 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1.
At this school, 28% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
100.00% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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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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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-16 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Boys |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 15.5 | 15.1 | 18 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 28% | 48% | 99% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 4.80% | - | 50.50% |
| 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 | -0.31 | 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 | 37.3 | 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 | 28% | 39.38% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 53% | 49.24% | 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 | 23% | 27.45% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 5% | 17.43% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 9% | 21.36% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.15 | 3.29 | 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 | 91% | 93.49% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 172 | 138 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 85% | 89.41% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 26% | 19.37% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 50% | 52.29% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 9% | 2.83% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 14.95% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 1.41% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 2.8% | 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 | -0.3 | 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 | 36% | 40.63% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 60% | 50.25% | 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 | 12% | 27.35% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 3% | 19.77% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 5% | 22.77% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.42 | 3.38 | 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 | 90% | 91.48% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 151 | 135 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 89% | 89.28% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 25% | 20.03% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 57% | 54.28% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 7% | 2.58% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 12.58% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 1.13% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 1.18% | 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 | -0.17 | 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 | 40.4 | 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 | 31% 5 | 41.61% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 56% 2 | 52.44% | 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% | 31.39% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 4% 3 | 20.28% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 13% 3 | 25% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.28 | 3.49 | 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% | 94.18% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 139 | 126 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 88% | 89.89% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 44% | 20.55% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 29% | 51.37% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 14% | 2.82% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 15.16% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 2.55% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 1.76% | 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 | -0.04 | 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 | 43.3 | 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 | 36% 9 | 44.06% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 58% 10 | 54.9% | 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 | 17% | 27.65% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 7% 1 | 18.92% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 10% 4 | 23.41% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.29 | 3.53 | 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% | 90.71% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 139 | 133 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 87% | 75.14% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 46% | 16.06% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 32% | 53.31% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 2.54% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 11.91% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 2.17% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 1.43% | 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 | -0.26 | 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 | 38.2 | 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 | 27% | 42.58% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 48% | 53.29% | 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 | 10% | 33.54% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 6% | 25.17% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 6% | 26.33% | 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 | 92% | 88.46% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 133 | 134 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 85% | 50.31% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 37% | 17.14% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 39% | 54.43% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 1.09% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 10.71% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 2.57% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 8% | 1.91% | 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 | 24.02 | 31.31 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 29.37 | 30.88 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 4.80% | 17.45% | 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 | 61 | 131 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 72% | 58.06% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 3% | 4.73% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 11% | 22.18% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 7.88% | 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 | 31.42 | 35.78 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.38 | 35.49 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 14.3% | 23.18% | 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 | 85 | 141 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 59% | 58.33% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 4.36% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 31% | 22.03% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 8.64% | 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 | 30.00 3 | 30.43 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 31.67 3 | 30.08 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 5.6% | 15.99% | 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 | 54 | 133 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 57% | 62.5% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 5.4% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 28% | 22% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 7.03% | 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 | 27.09 5 | 32.69 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 28.75 9 | 32.71 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 17.62% | 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 | 11 | 16.36% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 3.39% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 22% | 13.14% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 2.93% | 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 | 32.36 | 29.77 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 37.38 | 30.55 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 21.4% | 17.04% | 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 | 4 | 23.66% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 4.41% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 13% | 22.83% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 2.69% | 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 | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 24th Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th 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 - 23rd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
15 : 1
Student teacher ratio at The Highcrest Academy
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
