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Royal College Manchester (Seashell Trust)
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Royal College Manchester (Seashell Trust)
- 16 Plus (Sixth Form)
- Stockport SK8 6RQ
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Outstanding |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Adult learning programmes | Good |
| Provision for learners with high needs | Requires Improvement |
| Apprenticeships | Good |
| Outcomes for learners | Good |
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Career Advice and Guidance: Relevant impartial careers advice and guidance is provided.
Policies and Procedures: Safeguarding processes are aligned with student vulnerabilities to ensure safety from harm, including radicalization and extremism.
Training of Safeguarding Leads: All staff and governors receive effective safeguarding training.
Handling Bullying/Disciplinary Issues: The college applies excellent strategies that improve student conduct and actions.
Types of Extracurricular Activities: Dance, swimming, and outdoor activities help develop responsibility and communication skills.
Work Experience/Internships: Students access meaningful external work placements valued by employers.
Academic Performance: Students make consistently good progress from varied starting points.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Interventions ensure students are fully supported to participate in lessons and activities.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Students exhibit very high levels of self-confidence and pride in their work.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers set challenging targets, and multidisciplinary teams support students effectively.
Impact of Teaching on Progress: Staff use information about student abilities to tailor lessons, ensuring significant progress.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Performance management and appraisal processes identify areas for improvement, promoting staff qualifications.
Strengths/Challenges: Some teachers need improvement in planning lessons that meet individual student needs.
STEM Facilities: Specialist equipment acquired in advance supports students as soon as they start.
Study Areas/Libraries: Curriculum matches student needs effectively, supporting anticipated destinations.
Updating Resources: Frequent updates ensure that facilities match the evolving requirements of students.
School Culture and Ethos: High expectations promoted among parents, carers, employers, and stakeholders.
Class Size: Students benefit from personalized programs, reflecting their individual needs and abilities.
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Royal College Manchester (Seashell Trust) is a 16 Plus (Sixth Form), Co-Ed college located in Greater Manchester, North West.
from age 16-25 yr.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st Oct 2024 - 25th Oct 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 20th Dec 2024 - 1st 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 | 21st Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 20th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 26th Oct 2024 - 19th Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 2nd 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 - 20th Jul 2025 |
