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The quality of education Good
Behaviour and attitudes Good
Personal development Good
Leadership and management Good
Previous inspection grade Requires Improvement
Sixth-form provision Good
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Academic Progress: Pupils remember their learning well in most subjects but need better curriculum clarity in history and RE
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are keen to do well; occasional poor behaviour is managed effectively
Qualifications and Training: Staff receive effective training, especially in curriculum development
Current Educational Practices: Teachers check pupils' understanding at each learning step
Strengths and Challenges: Some subjects need better curriculum planning and sequencing
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents can give feedback via Parent View
Communication: Leaders work with parents to reduce persistent absence
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders address bullying quickly and seriously
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders invest in staff training and improve curriculum design
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying is resolved quickly and taken seriously by staff
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Students feel safe and supported, safeguarding is effective
Extracurricular Offerings: Wide range including chess, astronomy, and running club
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Ongoing efforts to increase club offerings
Career Counselling Services: Annual careers fair with local businesses, regular mentoring
Preparation for Sixth Form: Strong curriculum planning in sixth form, enthusiastic students
Managing and Supporting SEND: Highly trained staff provide the right support for each pupil
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James Calvert Spence College is a top rated, Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Northumberland County, North East.

It has 733 students from age 10-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1.

At this school, 27% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.

83.30% of pupils completing their main study programme.

This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.

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It gives me great pleasure to extend a warm welcome to you to James Calvert Spence College, which enrols pupils in kindergarten through the sixth form. Choosing the right school for your child is one of the most crucial decisions you will have to make as a parent. It must be the ideal setting for them and staffed with kind individuals who share the same optimistic outlook on what makes a school special. This and other things can be found at James Calvert Spence College. We have high expectations for each of our students and demand that they demonstrate grit and a drive to succeed, in exchange for which we provide unwavering support during their time with us. We provide a wide selection of GCSE, A-Level, and vocational subjects in Key Stage 4 and the Sixth Form to ensure that everyone has a meaningful path into higher education, additional training, or employment. Our results have significantly improved in recent years, and in 2016, 96% of our Year 13 students received a university acceptance or moved on to their preferred course of study, career training, or employment. The college's governors and staff are dedicated to its ongoing growth and development so that it can continue to offer all students the highest-quality education possible. We recognise how crucial it is for us to be at the centre of our community and are delighted to serve the young people of Amble and the surrounding area.
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Phase of Education Secondary Secondary Secondary
Type Local Authority Maintained Schools Local Authority Maintained Schools Local Authority Maintained Schools
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Ofset report Good Good Requires Improvement
Age range 10-18 11-18 11-18
Gender Co-Ed Co-Ed Co-Ed
Student teacher ratio 15.5 - 17.7
Proficient Math 99 - -
Proficient Read 101 - -
Grade 5 or above GCSE 27% 63% 44%
Grade 5 or above A Level - 11.60% 9.10%
Day Fees - - -
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Primary Exam Result

View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.

Average scaled score School LA England
Maths 99 86 97
Reading 101 87 98

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Reading, writing and maths School LA England
Pupils meeting the expected standard 30% 47.93% 55.96%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 0% 5.37% 7.42%

Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.

Subject Progress score Description
Reading -4 Well Below Average
Writing -6 Well Below Average
Maths -4.7 Well Below Average

Exam Result Not Published

Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.

Exam Result Not Published

Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.

Exam Result Not Published

Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.

View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.

Average scaled score School LA England
Maths 98 2 82 96
Reading 99 3 81 95

Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).

Reading, writing and maths School LA England
Pupils meeting the expected standard 27% 11 50.73% 60.44%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 1% 3 8.53% 9.72%

Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.

Subject Progress score Description
Reading -4.9 Well Below Average
Writing -7.3 Well Below Average
Maths -6.6 Well Below Average

View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.

Average scaled score School LA England
Maths 100 2 77 94
Reading 102 4 79 95

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Reading, writing and maths School LA England
Pupils meeting the expected standard 38% 13 46.44% 59.51%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 4% 2 6.38% 9.16%

Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.

Subject Progress score Description
Reading -3.8 Well Below Average
Writing -2.7 Below Average
Maths -4.8 Well Below Average

View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.

Average scaled score School LA England
Maths 98 68 93
Reading 98 68 93

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Reading, writing and maths School LA England
Pupils meeting the expected standard 25% 38.29% 56.29%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 2% 4.81% 8.19%

Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.

Subject Progress score Description
Reading -5.4 Well Below Average
Writing -6.4 Well Below Average
Maths -5.4 Well Below Average
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 0.10 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 40.7 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 27% 23.11% 30.03%
Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs 58% 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 13% 15.04% 25.06%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above 4% 6.11% 10.91%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above 9% 9% 15.51%
EBacc average points score 3.47 2.22 2.83

Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – 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 88% 83.91% 90.53%
Total number of pupils included in destination measures 78 127 144
Pupils staying in education 63% 74.91% 84.16%
Further education college or other further education provider 19% 29.35% 32.73%
School sixth forms 42% 28% 29.8%
Sixth form colleges 0% 0% 10.22%
Other education destinations 1% 17.57% 11.43%
Pupils in apprenticeships 15% 4.39% 2.8%
Pupils staying in employment 10% 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 0.07 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 40.2 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% 24.93% 32.85%
Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs 52% 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 15% 16.81% 24.94%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above 7% 7% 13.02%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above 8% 9.56% 17.19%
EBacc average points score 3.38 2.4 2.97

Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – 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 88% 85.04% 90.4%
Total number of pupils included in destination measures 91 125 141
Pupils staying in education 80% 78.61% 86.29%
Further education college or other further education provider 37% 33% 34.03%
School sixth forms 42% 30.91% 30.82%
Sixth form colleges 0% 0% 10.38%
Other education destinations 1% 14.74% 11.08%
Pupils in apprenticeships 4% 2.61% 1.99%
Pupils staying in employment 3% 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 -0.02 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 45.5 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 38% 10 21.96% 29.3%
Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs 61% 6 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 11% 14.43% 25.8%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above 9% 1 5.17% 11.47%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above 9% 2 7.39% 16.49%
EBacc average points score 3.7 2.37 2.88

Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – 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% 81.35% 90.2%
Total number of pupils included in destination measures 84 126 135
Pupils staying in education 83% 73.47% 84.08%
Further education college or other further education provider 29% 27.65% 33.25%
School sixth forms 55% 29.35% 31.27%
Sixth form colleges 0% 0% 8.45%
Other education destinations 0% 16.47% 11.14%
Pupils in apprenticeships 6% 4.41% 3.4%
Pupils staying in employment 2% 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 0.05 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 42.7 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 28% 3 19.17% 29.22%
Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs 55% 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 20% 12.39% 24.73%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above 8% 5 4.87% 11.33%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above 11% 8 6.91% 16.01%
EBacc average points score 3.52 1.98 2.84

Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – 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 86% 74.24% 84.87%
Total number of pupils included in destination measures 69 127 140
Pupils staying in education 70% 63.41% 73.88%
Further education college or other further education provider 25% 21.76% 28.31%
School sixth forms 45% 31% 31.6%
Sixth form colleges 0% 0% 9.08%
Other education destinations 0% 10.12% 5.87%
Pupils in apprenticeships 4% 4.47% 2.96%
Pupils staying in employment 12% 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 -0.04 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 41.2 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 25% 18.5% 29.55%
Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs 51% 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 31% 14.15% 25.25%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above 13% 7% 14.71%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above 19% 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 – 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% 77.35% 85.29%
Total number of pupils included in destination measures 98 134 145
Pupils staying in education 89% 52.82% 58.19%
Further education college or other further education provider 22% 23.53% 30.58%
School sixth forms 64% 33.59% 32.22%
Sixth form colleges - 0% 8.95%
Other education destinations - 9.18% 5.7%
Pupils in apprenticeships 5% 5.59% 4.78%
Pupils staying in employment 4% 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 24.62 30.88 30.01
Average grade D+ - -
Average points (Best 3) - 29.13 29.57
Average Grade (Best 3) - - -
AAB or higher - 9.33% 13.67%

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Students destinations School LA England
Number of students 39 85 201
Students staying in education 49% 55.36% 58.58%
Students entering apprenticeships 10% 11.5% 6.08%
Students entering employment 14% 20.36% 21.16%
Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study 10% 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 32.55 35.1 33.41
Average grade C+ - -
Average points (Best 3) 34.72 35.35 32.47
Average Grade (Best 3) C+ - -
AAB or higher 0.0% 16.88% 17.7%

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Students destinations School LA England
Number of students 52 93 248
Students staying in education 40% 56.5% 60.67%
Students entering apprenticeships 8% 7.93% 5%
Students entering employment 20% 17.64% 17.73%
Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study 25% 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 32.92 8 29.48 29.39
Average grade C+ - -
Average points (Best 3) 36.89 11 32.64 28.64
Average Grade (Best 3) B- - -
AAB or higher 46.7% 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 56 103 232
Students staying in education 50% 55.09% 57.31%
Students entering apprenticeships 18% 13.64% 7.77%
Students entering employment 17% 17.36% 20.99%
Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study 9% 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 24.47 3 28.87 29.03
Average grade D+ - -
Average points (Best 3) 25.24 11 30.58 28.82
Average Grade (Best 3) C- - -
AAB or higher 0.0% 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 8 16.18% 31.5%
Students entering apprenticeships 26% 11.27% 5.54%
Students entering employment 19% 18.09% 15.81%
Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study 10% 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 27.93 24.51 26.73
Average grade C- - -
Average points (Best 3) 36.15 29.27 27.73
Average Grade (Best 3) B- - -
AAB or higher 15.4% 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 3 0 3
Students staying in education 4 15.64% 36.26%
Students entering apprenticeships 15% 9.91% 6.37%
Students entering employment 10% 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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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

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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
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15 : 1
Student teacher ratio at James Calvert Spence College
Local authority ratio 16 : 1

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