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Plumpton College
- 16 Plus (Sixth Form)
- Plumpton BN7 3AE
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Education programmes for young people | Good |
| Adult learning programmes | Outstanding |
| Apprenticeships | Outstanding |
| Provision for learners with high needs | Outstanding |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Good |
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Career Advice and Guidance: Students are effectively prepared for next stages through positive interactions with employers and beneficial advice from skilled staff.
Policies and Procedures: The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
Types of Extracurricular Activities: Students benefit from a wide range of outstanding activities and additional qualifications.
Work Experience/Internships: Young students benefit from relevant and good-quality work experience.
Community Service/Volunteer Opportunities: Students actively participate in charitable activities, such as raising funds for a school in Kenya.
Academic Performance: Students make excellent progress and most apprentices achieve a distinction grade.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Managers identify support needs early and implement interventions swiftly for apprentices.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Students and apprentices have positive attitudes to learning, are motivated, and uphold high standards.
Impact of Teaching on Progress: Effective teaching strategies result in good recall and engagement in lessons.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Teachers consistently model appropriate technical and professional language.
Strengths/Challenges: Teachers use industry expertise to engage and inspire students, though feedback on young students鈥� work could improve.
STEM Facilities: Students use industry standard specialist equipment in purpose-built facilities like bakeries and wineries.
School Culture and Ethos: Students flourish in a positive, inclusive culture and celebrate differences.
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Plumpton College is a 16 Plus (Sixth Form), Co-Ed college located in East Sussex, South East.
from age 16-99 yr.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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We at Plumpton are aware that our responsibility extends beyond merely assisting you in developing your academic talents.
Additionally, it aims to foster your personal growth and get you ready for a fulfilling life as a productive citizen.
We therefore make sure to spread awareness of these crucial principles among all of our pupils.
These ideals are also extremely comparable to the DFE's "British Values."
It's an important step in fulfilling our obligations under the Prevent strategy.
We make sure that the College community as a whole is reminded of these ideals.
Here at Plumpton, we ensure that every student has a powerful voice.
Both social responsibility and our student disciplinary process play a significant role in college life.
As a college, we educate and set limits so that students can make decisions securely. We do this by offering a secure setting and empowering instruction.
We urge you to be aware of, comprehend, and use your own liberties.
We make sure this is accomplished by improving your comprehension of your position in a multicultural society.
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Additionally, it aims to foster your personal growth and get you ready for a fulfilling life as a productive citizen.
We therefore make sure to spread awareness of these crucial principles among all of our pupils.
These ideals are also extremely comparable to the DFE's "British Values."
It's an important step in fulfilling our obligations under the Prevent strategy.
We make sure that the College community as a whole is reminded of these ideals.
Here at Plumpton, we ensure that every student has a powerful voice.
Both social responsibility and our student disciplinary process play a significant role in college life.
As a college, we educate and set limits so that students can make decisions securely. We do this by offering a secure setting and empowering instruction.
We urge you to be aware of, comprehend, and use your own liberties.
We make sure this is accomplished by improving your comprehension of your position in a multicultural society.
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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 - 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 - 2nd Sep 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 |
