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Moulsham High School
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| The quality of education | Outstanding |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
| Sixth-form provision | Outstanding |
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Academic Progress: Pupils learn in depth about a wide range of subjects, with very high outcomes year after year.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave in a positive manner, lessons proceed free from interruption, but some behaviour falls short.
Strengths and Challenges: Staff teach with skill and commitment, but some behaviour issues increase exclusions and dissatisfaction among a few parents.
Opportunities for Involvement: High levels of pupil participation in clubs and trips reflect strong engagement.
Communication: Pupils feel safe knowing they have adults to talk to if they are worried.
Parent Satisfaction: Few parents are dissatisfied with pupils鈥� behaviour, but overall satisfaction appears high.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders and teachers have very high expectations and work with enthusiasm and skill to secure exceptional achievements.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders should ensure that pupils consistently manage their own behaviour well to address parent dissatisfaction.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Pupils are safe from bullying and respect others鈥� differences.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Leaders should establish clear systems for recording and passing welfare information.
Extracurricular Offerings: Most pupils take part in the clubs and activities on offer, reflecting their skills and interests.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Enrichment activities promote reading for pleasure; challenges encourage greater participation.
Career Counselling Services: Sixth-form students benefit from inspirational speakers in 'cultural capital' sessions.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Advice and guidance consider aptitudes and interests, well-catering students' next steps.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Pupils with SEND receive high-quality teaching with effective strategies shared among staff.
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Moulsham High School is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Essex, East of England.
It has 1676 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 21 : 1.
At this school, 61% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
98.10% 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 |
B-
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B-
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C+
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Requires Improvement |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 21.4 | - | 16.1 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 61% | 98% | 25% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 13.50% | 35.00% | 0.00% |
| 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 | 0.49 | 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 | 55.0 | 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% | 31.82% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 76% | 46.46% | 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 | 65% | 25.81% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 38% | 11.16% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 49% | 16.08% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.10 | 2.88 | 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% | 92.37% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 247 | 162 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 87% | 86.24% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 33% | 33.18% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 48% | 30.26% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 6% | 8.17% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | SP | 14.66% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 2.51% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 3.73% | 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 | 0.55 | 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 | 55.7 | 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 | 63% | 35.53% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 81% | 49.94% | 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 | 53% | 25.85% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 35% | 13.56% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 43% | 18.15% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.09 | 3.12 | 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 | 95% | 92.26% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 245 | 162 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 92% | 88.34% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 31% | 35.51% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 53% | 32.39% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 8% | 7.53% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 12.92% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | SP | 1.61% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 2.25% | 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 | 0.59 | 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 | 54.8 | 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 | 56% 6 | 30.57% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 81% 8 | 47.05% | 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 | 52% | 26.86% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 25% 2 | 11.81% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 38% | 17.83% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.84 | 3 | 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% | 93.06% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 245 | 159 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 93% | 86.7% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 32% | 35.59% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 58% | 31.88% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 2% | 7.13% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 12.15% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 3.36% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 3.01% | 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 | 0.38 | 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 | 52.3 | 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 | 50% 1 | 32.08% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 73% 7 | 48.68% | 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 | 53% | 24.74% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 23% 9 | 11.8% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 38% 1 | 16.86% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.72 | 3.1 | 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 | 95% | 87.55% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 241 | 165 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 89% | 74.08% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 34% | 33.04% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 54% | 32.82% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 1% | 6.18% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 3.37% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 3.55% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 3.03% | 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 | 0.54 | 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 | 54.3 | 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 | 51% | 34.8% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 80% | 51.46% | 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 | 52% | 27.57% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 32% | 16.98% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 37% | 18.71% | 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 | 95% | 88.7% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 258 | 179 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 73.34% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 43% | 36.42% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 46% | 35.1% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 2% | 7.39% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 3.65% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 5.62% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 3% | 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 | 36.89 | 30.27 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 37.4 | 29.45 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 13.50% | 10.62% | 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 | 130 | 171 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 60% | 52.72% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 8.09% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 27% | 25.34% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 10.08% | 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 | 39.77 | 32.48 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 40.22 | 30.51 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 17.6% | 12.97% | 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 | 112 | 208 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 71% | 54.93% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 6.96% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 14% | 22.96% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 11.11% | 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 | 32.61 | 28.53 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.91 2 | 28.97 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 10.9% | 10.48% | 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 | 104 | 210 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 56% | 50.44% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 10% | 10.02% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 26% | 25.79% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 8.33% | 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 | 32.39 1 | 28.93 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 35.71 1 | 29.63 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 18.1% | 10.8% | 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 | 33 | 39.8% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 8.42% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 28% | 23.62% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 3.76% | 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 | 31.7 | 25.31 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 36.96 | 27.52 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 13.9% | 9.13% | 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 | 22 | 46.42% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 3% | 8.63% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 19% | 25.26% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 4.7% | 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 | 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 | 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 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
21 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Moulsham High School
Local authority ratio 20 : 1
