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Ilkley Grammar School
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Ilkley Grammar School
- 3.8 (4 reviews)
- Secondary
- Ilkley LS29 8TR
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Outstanding
| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Not Previously Inspected |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Outstanding |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Outstanding |
| Outcomes for pupils | Outstanding |
| 16 to 19 study programmes | Outstanding |
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Academic Progress: Pupils make excellent progress across a wide range of subjects
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils鈥� behaviour is exemplary, they are smartly dressed and ready to learn
Qualifications and Training: Teachers have excellent subject knowledge and receive well-targeted ongoing training
Current Educational Practices: Leaders ensure teachers are well supported with bespoke and targeted training
Strengths and Challenges: Teachers go the 鈥榚xtra mile鈥� to make sure that pupils achieve, feel cared for and thrive
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents鈥� evenings have extremely high levels of attendance
Communication: Pupils鈥� reports sent home help parents understand progress and highlight areas for improvement
Parent Satisfaction: The majority of parents are very positive about the work of the school
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Governors provide excellent strategic leadership and remain focused on big picture, not bogged in day-to-day operations
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders have a highly effective improvement strategy and focus on pushing boundaries of excellence
Managing Bullying and Safety: Incidents of bullying are low and dealt with well, leaders ensure all feel safe
Promoting Welfare and Safety: The welfare of pupils is of utmost priority; excellent relationships with other agencies
Extracurricular Offerings: Wide range of extra-curricular activities including charity fund-raising, theatrical productions, swimming, and singing
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Encourages participation in extracurriculars while maintaining high academic standards
Career Counselling Services: High-quality impartial careers education guidance helping with well-informed choices
Preparation for Sixth Form: Sixth-form students benefit from visits to universities and learning about apprenticeship routes
Managing and Supporting SEND: Strong impact of additional funding for pupils who have special educational needs
Subjects Offered: Offers a range of academic and vocational courses alongside philosophy, photography, economics, and media
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About Us
Ilkley Grammar School is a top rated, Secondary, Co-Ed school located in West Yorkshire, Yorkshire and The Humber.
It has 2134 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 17 : 1.
At this school, 57% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
98.10% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Outstanding 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 |
A
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B-
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D-
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| Ofset report | Outstanding | Good | - |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 17.7 | - | 13.4 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 57% | 98% | 15% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 24.80% | 35.00% | 4.30% |
| 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 | 0.38 | 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 | 57% | 32.72% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 76% | 48.39% | 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 | 39% | 31.93% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 24% | 9.7% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 31% | 14.93% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.67 | 3.14 | 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 | 97% | 91.55% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 272 | 178 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 92% | 86.39% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 12% | 32.32% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 78% | 32.77% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | SP | 11.19% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 10.26% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 2.29% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 2.87% | 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 | 0.64 | 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 | 62.7 | 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 | 68% | 33.49% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 87% | 48.04% | 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 | 36% | 29% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 30% | 11.45% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 34% | 16.51% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.51 | 3.03 | 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 | 98% | 88.06% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 241 | 170 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 92% | 84.26% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 16% | 30.45% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 76% | 34.45% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | SP | 12.84% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | SP | 6.45% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 1.77% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 2.06% | 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 | 0.58 | 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 | 59.8 | 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 | 65% 5 | 28.54% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 84% 6 | 42.88% | 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 | 47% | 28.34% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 37% 8 | 9.12% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 42% 6 | 13.9% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.5 | 2.88 | 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% | 92.62% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 242 | 165 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 92% | 87.67% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 19% | 29.52% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 72% | 46.81% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 1.19% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 9.95% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 2.67% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 2.29% | 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 | 0.44 | 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 | 56.7 | 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 | 60% 4 | 27.62% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 78% 8 | 42.77% | 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 | 50% | 27.18% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 29% 4 | 9.64% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 36% 3 | 14.82% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.15 | 2.9 | 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 | 98% | 88.18% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 244 | 161 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 83.59% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 13% | 25.12% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 75% | 50.76% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.35% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 6.12% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 2.24% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 1.24% | 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 | 0.31 | 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 | 56.8 | 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% | 24.44% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 86% | 38.92% | 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 | 43% | 25.5% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 33% | 11.92% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 39% | 14.06% | 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% | 94.53% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 245 | 166 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 96% | 66.87% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 28% | 24.6% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 66% | 53% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.2% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 13.27% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 3.73% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 1.93% | 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 | 38.43 | 26.82 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 39.81 | 24.17 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 24.80% | 9.83% | 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 | 210 | 190 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 66% | 62.41% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 6.65% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 20% | 14.47% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 11.94% | 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 | 43.45 | 26.15 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 43.83 | 26.97 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 33.8% | 14.89% | 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 | 212 | 212 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 73% | 60.39% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 4.17% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 17% | 8.78% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 10.44% | 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 | 35.87 1 | 26.43 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 37.66 1 | 25.29 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 22.2% | 7.29% | 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 | 151 | 238 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 74% | 67.06% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 6.65% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 17% | 13.18% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 8.65% | 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 | 34.27 3 | 26.11 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 36.45 6 | 24.56 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 18.2% | 9.59% | 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 | 23 | 15.13% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 2% | 4.25% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 16% | 9.81% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 5.06% | 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 | 37.92 | 20.16 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 42.65 | 19.09 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 28.1% | 7.13% | 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 | 29 | 17.47% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 3.27% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 19% | 12.27% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 7.07% | 4.23% |
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17 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Ilkley Grammar School
Local authority ratio 20 : 1