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Lymm High School
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- Lymm WA13 0RB
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Sixth-form provision | Outstanding |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
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Academic Progress: Pupils, including those with SEND, benefit from an ambitious curriculum.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are polite, well-mannered, and highly motivated.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers use their strong subject knowledge effectively.
Current Educational Practices: Teachers enable pupils to make meaningful connections to earlier learning.
Strengths and Challenges: Most teachers check pupils鈥� understanding effectively, though some need improvement in assessment strategies.
Opportunities for Involvement: The school has various extracurricular activities that involve parents.
Communication: Trustees maintain regular engagement with parents.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents' views are regularly considered by trustees.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders offer well-informed support and challenge to the school.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leadership made substantial improvements to curriculum design.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Effective safeguarding arrangements are in place.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: School places strong emphasis on students' well-being.
Extracurricular Offerings: Wide range of activities, including trips and visits.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: The leadership ladder encourages diverse participation.
Career Counselling Services: Extensive guidance on next steps in education and careers.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Exceptional sixth form programme prepares students well.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Systems to identify and support SEND are effective.
Subjects Offered: Broad range of subjects available, especially strong in sixth form.
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Lymm High School is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Cheshire, North West.
It has 1914 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.
At this school, 63% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
95.30% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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We have grown accustomed to receiving good results in the sixth form over the last three to four years, so today's success may not come as a surprise.
Nearly all students who applied to universities have since received acceptance letters from the schools of their choosing, and many appear to have already begun to celebrate.
An impressive 40% of students appear to be headed for elite Russell Group universities, which is a result of both their own diligence and the outstanding help they have received.
Make no mistake: the new A' level and vocational standards are difficult, and students and staff are under a lot of pressure to perform.
Special thanks go out to our Head of Sixth Form, Mrs. Jennings, and her colleagues, whose unwavering enthusiasm and dedication to assisting students and faculty have been such a crucial part of our success over the past few years.
Several other students also earned at least three A* or A grades.
Charlotte Allen and Tiara Reyes deserve special recognition for receiving perfect triple starred honours on their BTEC courses.
To go along with her A* in A level photography, Eleanor Hough earned a double starred distinction in BTEC fashion.
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Nearly all students who applied to universities have since received acceptance letters from the schools of their choosing, and many appear to have already begun to celebrate.
An impressive 40% of students appear to be headed for elite Russell Group universities, which is a result of both their own diligence and the outstanding help they have received.
Make no mistake: the new A' level and vocational standards are difficult, and students and staff are under a lot of pressure to perform.
Special thanks go out to our Head of Sixth Form, Mrs. Jennings, and her colleagues, whose unwavering enthusiasm and dedication to assisting students and faculty have been such a crucial part of our success over the past few years.
Several other students also earned at least three A* or A grades.
Charlotte Allen and Tiara Reyes deserve special recognition for receiving perfect triple starred honours on their BTEC courses.
To go along with her A* in A level photography, Eleanor Hough earned a double starred distinction in BTEC fashion.
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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 | 11-16 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 18 | 15.1 | 17.7 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 63% | 48% | 29% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 13.20% | - | - |
| 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 | 0.60 | 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 | 57.9 | 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 | 63% | 29.68% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 84% | 45.37% | 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% | 27.11% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 24% | 9.89% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 29% | 15% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.13 | 2.76 | 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 | 95% | 85.65% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 311 | 144 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 92% | 79.06% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 11% | 32.65% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 59% | 10.12% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 22% | 33.47% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | SP | 2.94% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 2.47% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 4.29% | 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 | 0.54 | 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 | 60.9 | 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 | 70% | 36.28% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 86% | 51.17% | 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 | 42% | 30.44% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 32% | 15.61% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 37% | 20.67% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.4 | 3.17 | 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 | 97% | 86.94% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 286 | 142 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 93% | 83.18% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 13% | 36.18% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 64% | 12.06% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 16% | 32.41% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 2.71% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 1.53% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 2.41% | 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 | 0.54 | 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 | 57 | 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 | 70% 9 | 31.94% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 90% 9 | 47.56% | 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 | 35% | 25.44% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 25% 6 | 11.56% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 33% 3 | 16.83% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 5 | 2.83 | 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 | 99% | 86.23% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 293 | 137 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 94% | 78.15% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 29% | 46.23% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 61% | 17.54% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 3% | 7.15% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 7.08% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 4% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 4.08% | 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 | 0.25 | 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 | 54.9 | 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 | 61% 6 | 32.53% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 81% 2 | 47.41% | 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 | 42% | 24.71% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 31% 3 | 12.41% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 36% | 17.94% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.94 | 2.93 | 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 | 97% | 74.33% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 298 | 152 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 93% | 60.58% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 9% | 14.75% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 63% | 14.83% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 20% | 27.75% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 4.58% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3.25% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.58% | 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 | 0.09 | 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 | 54 | 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 | 67% | 26.24% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 83% | 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 | 48% | 20.12% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 34% | 12.29% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 36% | 13.94% | 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% | 72.83% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 293 | 156 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 94% | 70.33% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 22% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 65% | 14.42% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 18% | 28.5% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 3.33% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 6.25% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 2.5% | 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 | 37.5 | 14.3 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 37.11 | 14.3 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 13.20% | 4.47% | 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 | 192 | 283 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 64% | 42.33% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 9% | 13.5% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 19% | 30% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 10.67% | 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 | 38.69 | 18 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 38.77 | 15.22 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 17.2% | 5.4% | 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 | 179 | 358 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 73% | 53.71% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 9.29% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 12% | 21% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 12% | 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 | 36.02 | 23.81 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 35.71 1 | 23.03 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 20.2% | 5.3% | 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 | 185 | 330 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 71% | 54.17% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 9% | 11.83% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 12% | 21.67% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 8.5% | 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 | 36.47 1 | 22.61 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 36.02 2 | 21.57 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 17.2% | 7.96% | 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 | 8 | 12 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 27 | 60% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 8% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 17% | 24.33% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 3% | 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 | 35.25 | 14.49 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 38.32 | 16.87 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 24.4% | 6.53% | 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 | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 25 | 32% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 5.8% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 15% | 25.6% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 6% | 4.23% |
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st Oct 2024 - 25th Oct 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 | 3rd Sep 2024 - 20th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 26th Oct 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
18 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Lymm High School
Local authority ratio 20 : 1
