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Netherhall School
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- Maryport CA15 6NT
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Inadequate |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
| 16 to 19 study programmes | Good |
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Academic Progress: Progress of pupils currently in the school is very strong across all subjects.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave very well, management systems work well for the few pupils who struggle.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers know their pupils well and are motivated by success.
Current Educational Practices: Enhanced reading programmes and quality of questioning have improved teaching.
Strengths and Challenges: High expectations about quality and deadlines; some variability in literacy promotion.
Opportunities for Involvement: Extensive range of extra-curricular activities which broaden pupils鈥� experiences.
Communication: School鈥檚 high-quality tracking system updates parents frequently and accurately.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents, carers, pupils and staff worked together to produce an effective reporting system.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: The headteacher has demonstrated passion, integrity and highly skilled leadership.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Improved literacy programs, more study time for core subjects, enhanced reading support.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Staff manage bullying effectively and keep pupils safe; excellent teamwork and communication.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Great mutual respect between adults and pupils; excellent relations.
Extracurricular Offerings: Extensive range of extra-curricular activities including 鈥榣esson 7鈥� sessions.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Activities enhance pupils' personal development and help them with academics.
Career Counselling Services: Students receive very good guidance in choosing and applying to universities, colleges and employers.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Sixth form students quickly adjust and engage with their learning.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Needs of pupils with EHC plans are well assessed and supported; varied progress for others.
Subjects Offered: Curriculum is broad and undergoing change; more time for core subjects and additional subjects in key stage 4.
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Netherhall School is a top rated, Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Cumbria, North West.
It has 828 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 19 : 1.
At this school, 27% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
90.90% 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 | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
B-
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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 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 19.2 | - | 11.5 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 27% | 63% | 12% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 0.00% | 11.60% | - |
| 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 | -0.76 | 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 | 39.2 | 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 | 27% | 24.15% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 56% | 41.41% | 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 | 10% | 24.04% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 3% | 7.48% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 4% | 10.93% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.24 | 2.69 | 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 | 91% | 85.18% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 110 | 121 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 77% | 71.27% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 34% | 32.36% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 38% | 33.86% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 5% | 4.82% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 7.82% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 7% | 6.09% | 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 | -0.91 | 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 | 41.4 | 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 | 36% | 29.44% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 58% | 46.11% | 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 | 11% | 22.67% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 4% | 9.26% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 7% | 13.81% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.24 | 2.85 | 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 | 92% | 94.1% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 102 | 130 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 83% | 84.67% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 40% | 37.14% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 43% | 37.24% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 10.1% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 6.29% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 3.38% | 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 | -0.47 | 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 | 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 | 33% 3 | 24.46% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 54% 3 | 41.75% | 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 | 22% | 20.96% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 5% | 7.38% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 7% 8 | 11.63% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.23 | 2.75 | 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 | 95% | 94.26% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 98 | 127 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 73% | 78.63% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 29% | 32.16% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 44% | 36.26% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.05% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 10.32% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 12% | 10.32% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 9% | 5.26% | 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 | -0.68 | 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 | 39.5 | 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 | 30% 1 | 29.45% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 51% 2 | 47.77% | 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 | 27% | 27.86% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 5% 16 | 9.64% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 15% 8 | 15.09% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.34 | 3.11 | 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 | 90% | 89.11% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 105 | 134 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 73% | 73.83% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 44% | 36.44% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 28% | 36.67% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 0.33% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 10.5% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 10% | 4.44% | 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 | 42.5 | 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 | 31% | 30.32% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 49% | 48.64% | 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 | 46% | 26.59% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 21% | 11.77% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 23% | 13.27% | 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 | 85% | 92.94% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 107 | 141 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 76% | 80% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 42% | 38.31% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 33% | 40.25% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 6.44% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 13% | 13.38% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 9% | 6.69% | 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 | 24.31 | 25.75 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 23.33 | 26.42 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.00% | 12.17% | 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 | 41 | 79 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 51% | 45.75% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 22% | 17.94% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 13% | 19.81% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 10% | 6.88% | 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 | 32.26 | 29.03 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 35.1 | 28.03 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 11.8% | 13.95% | 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 | 49 | 91 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 45% | 50.44% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 12.63% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 19% | 18.13% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 27% | 9.69% | 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 | 29.13 2 | 28.01 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 31.67 5 | 29.29 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 13.56% | 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 | 35 | 112 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 40% | 47.33% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 31% | 23.07% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 15% | 19.4% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 11% | 7.13% | 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 | 31.91 7 | 26.53 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 36.30 1 | 28.54 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 11.1% | 10.35% | 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 | - | 14.33% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 13.93% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 16.53% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 4.2% | 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 | 24.52 | 24.73 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 37.62 | 28.66 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 14.3% | 15.18% | 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 | 6 | 16.92% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 31% | 13.69% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 21% | 20.92% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 4.08% | 4.23% |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 6th 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 | 21st Jul 2025 - 2nd Sep 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 7th 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 - 20th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
19 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Netherhall School
Local authority ratio 17 : 1
