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King Charles I School
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King Charles I School
- 3.4 (5 reviews)
- Secondary
- Kidderminster DY10 1XA
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
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Academic Progress: Pupils achieve well.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well in lessons and at social times.
Qualifications and Training: Less experienced staff receive effective training when they join the school.
Current Educational Practices: Staff receive relevant training, including skills needed to teach reading or provide mental health support.
Strengths and Challenges: Teachers plan lessons effectively and address gaps in pupils' knowledge.
Opportunities for Involvement: Strong relationships between staff, pupils, and their parents.
Parent Satisfaction: Pupils and parents know who to turn to and feel safe.
Communication: Leaders ensure fair implementation of behaviour policy; however, some inconsistencies remain.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders set high expectations and resolve any bullying incidents.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders have addressed issues from previous inspection and maintain high standards.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Staff resolve any bullying incidents. Pupils feel safe.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Pupils' mental health is supported effectively.
Extracurricular Offerings: Pupils take part in various activities, including competitive sports and cadets.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Students in sixth form enjoy a varied enrichment programme.
Career Counselling Services: Pupils receive wide-ranging and impartial careers advice which helps them prepare for the next stage.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Pupils with SEND learn well and receive accurate identification and support for additional needs.
Subjects Offered: Pupils follow a broad curriculum including English, mathematics, modern foreign languages, humanities, and science.
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King Charles I School is a top rated, Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Worcestershire, West Midlands.
It has 1105 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1.
At this school, 45% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
91.70% 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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B-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 16.9 | - | 20.7 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 45% | 98% | 32% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 17.40% | 35.00% | 13.00% |
| 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 | 0.06 | 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 | 47.6 | 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 | 45% | 25.84% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 65% | 38.17% | 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 | 80% | 22.83% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 33% | 8.17% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 50% | 12.38% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.47 | 2.68 | 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% | 94.97% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 189 | 150 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 89% | 86.8% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 44% | 30.83% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 32% | 26.91% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 12% | 13.86% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 15.09% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 3.71% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 4.51% | 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 | 0.14 | 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 | 49.4 | 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 | 54% | 27.6% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 69% | 39.97% | 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 | 76% | 23.41% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 34% | 11.03% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 51% | 15.74% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.6 | 2.75 | 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 | 96% | 91.31% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 168 | 146 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 92% | 86.26% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 46% | 33.34% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 35% | 27.8% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 10% | 13.2% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 11.89% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 2.29% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 2.77% | 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 | 0.3 | 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 | 45.7 | 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 | 38% 14 | 25.21% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 59% 13 | 40.9% | 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 | 77% | 27.37% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 20% 3 | 9.65% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 35% 6 | 15.88% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.15 | 2.87 | 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% | 94.71% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 172 | 142 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 87% | 87.53% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 49% | 34.44% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 26% | 26.38% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 12% | 12.59% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 14.18% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 4.44% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 2.97% | 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 | 0.37 | 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 | 49.8 | 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 | 52% 14 | 27.98% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 72% 11 | 42.12% | 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 | 86% | 25.18% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 23% 13 | 9.76% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 41% 28 | 14.78% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.49 | 2.97 | 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 | 96% | 87.15% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 186 | 146 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 77.62% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 46% | 26.71% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 32% | 28.79% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 9.15% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 9.06% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 3.47% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 2.32% | 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 | 46.1 | 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 | 38% | 29.08% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 61% | 43.18% | 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 | 18% | 25.26% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 10% | 13.44% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 13% | 15.08% | 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% | 90.24% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 201 | 151 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 88% | 67.35% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 43% | 28.44% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 34% | 30.03% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 10.85% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 7.65% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 11% | 5.38% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 8% | 3.26% | 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 | 33.66 | 29.14 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 34.93 | 28.64 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 17.40% | 12.04% | 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 | 48 | 130 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 54% | 51.67% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 6.71% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 21% | 27.83% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 15% | 9.75% | 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 | 39.17 | 33.19 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 38.89 | 32.66 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 33.3% | 17.06% | 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 | 46 | 168 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 70% | 56.67% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 9% | 6.67% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 12% | 21.63% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 11.13% | 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 | 30.38 4 | 28.82 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 30.24 4 | 27.59 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 10.7% | 11.29% | 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 | 74 | 135 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 64% | 54.91% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 16% | 11.3% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 11% | 21.17% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 8.52% | 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 | 26.76 1 | 29.22 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 26.52 3 | 30.91 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 6.7% | 11.79% | 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 | 8 | 24.57% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 17% | 8.91% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 13% | 20.61% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 2.17% | 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 | 27.43 | 27.51 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 29.76 | 28.61 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 7.5% | 12.08% | 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 | 17 | 27.45% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 13% | 9.59% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 21% | 24.36% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 3.32% | 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 | 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
16 : 1
Student teacher ratio at King Charles I School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1