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St Bernard's School, Louth
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St Bernard's School, Louth
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- Louth LN11 8RS
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
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Academic Progress: Pupils make good progress from their starting points, with tailored support.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are polite and show positive behavior, creating an orderly learning environment.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Monitoring systems ensure pupils receive effective feedback to improve.
Academic Progress: Curriculums for early communication, reading, and maths are prioritized.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well; needs are well met.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Alternative communication strategies used to support dysregulated pupils.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers' planning is a strength, contributing to effective teaching.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Teaching quality has improved, leading to stronger academic progress.
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: Staff development opportunities are comprehensive, aiding in retention and growth.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers feel valued and proud to work at the school.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Learning is relevant and purposeful, enhancing student progress.
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: Teachers skillfully oversee transitions during change periods.
Opportunities for Parent Involvement: Parents are pleased with the school's support and activities provided.
Communication with Parents: EHC plan targets are regularly shared with parents, ensuring involvement in progress.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents expressed satisfaction with their children鈥檚 achievements and support received.
Opportunities for Parent Involvement: Parents have positive views and opportunities to engage.
Communication with Parents: Effective support evident for parents through communication.
Parent Satisfaction: Many parents express satisfaction with the school.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders address conflicts with care and professionalism.
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: Recruitment of new head led to smooth transitions, maintaining education quality.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders know the school's strengths and areas for improvement.
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: Ambitious curriculum pathways designed for diverse needs.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: Safeguarding measures are comprehensive, with up-to-date training for all staff.
Behaviour and Attitudes of Pupils: Positive relationships between staff and pupils enhance the school environment.
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: High level of care and support for individual needs observed throughout the school.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: Safeguarding arrangements are effective.
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: Welfare and safety promotion effectively integrated.
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: A wealth of activities is provided for pupils鈥� enrichment.
Balancing Academics with Extracurriculars: Curriculum prepares pupils for future stages while supporting extracurricular engagement.
Outdoor Facilities: Positive learning environments observed in both classrooms and outdoor spaces.
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: Offers handball, archery, and Makaton clubs.
Balancing Academics with Extracurriculars: Sixth form students gain from work experience.
Career Counselling Services: 14 to 19 curriculum prepares pupils for adulthood with independent skills.
Preparation for Next Key Stage: New qualifications planned to recognize pupils' progress.
Preparation for Next Key Stage: Pupils fully prepared for further education stages.
Support for SEND: Individualized learning meets social and emotional needs, ensuring all pupils achieve well.
Support for SEND: Bespoke curriculum supports SEND pupils excellently.
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About Us
St Bernard's School, Louth is a All-through, Co-Ed school located in Lincolnshire, East Midlands.
It has 101 students from age 2-19 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 10 : 1.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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| Phase of Education | All-through | All-through | All-through |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
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B-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | - |
| Age range | 2-19 | 5-16 | 2-19 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 10.7 | 9.6 | 9.4 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
Primary Exam Result
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | - | 97 | 97 |
| Reading | - | 98 | 98 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | - | 52.4% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | - | 5.83% | 7.42% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | - | - |
| Writing | - | - |
| Maths | - | - |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | - | 96 | 96 |
| Reading | - | 95 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 0% | 57.21% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 7.65% | 9.72% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -5.5 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -5.2 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -5.5 | Well Below Average |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | - | 92 | 94 |
| Reading | - | 94 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | - | 55.43% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | - | 7.21% | 9.16% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | - | - |
| Writing | - | - |
| Maths | - | - |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | - | 91 | 93 |
| Reading | - | 92 | 93 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | - | 50.93% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | - | 6.28% | 8.19% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | - | - |
| Writing | - | - |
| Maths | - | - |
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 | - | 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 | - | 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 | - | 30.43% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 45.91% | 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 | - | 28.21% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 12.71% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 17.91% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 2.95 | 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 | - | 87.97% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 2 | 117 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 81.09% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 35.53% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | - | 35.81% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 2.92% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | - | 6.8% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3.45% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3.48% | 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 | - | 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 | - | 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 | - | 33.17% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 47.6% | 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 | - | 25.86% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 14.83% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 19.56% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 3.03 | 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 | 100% | 89.59% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 8 | 114 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 85.4% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 25% | 36.73% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 37.49% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 2.76% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 75% | 8.43% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 2.25% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 2% | 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 | - | 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 | - | 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 | - | 32.19% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 48.84% | 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 | - | 31.49% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 14.25% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 21.06% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 3.19 | 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 | - | 88.19% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 3 | 112 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 82.76% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 32.5% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | - | 39.62% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 2.48% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | - | 8.21% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3.69% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.78% | 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 | - | 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 | - | 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 | - | 34.31% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 50.37% | 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 | - | 32.49% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 15.91% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 22.54% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 3.29 | 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 | - | 87.51% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 2 | 116 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 72.78% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 28.49% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | - | 43.45% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 2.09% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 3.91% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.53% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.24% | 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 | - | 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 | - | 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 | - | 33.23% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 49.43% | 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 | - | 30.75% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 17.77% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 19.89% | 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 | - | 84.13% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 4 | 119 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 39.94% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 29.19% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | - | 43.07% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 2.3% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 3.26% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 4.22% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.04% | 2.45% |
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st Oct 2024 - 28th Oct 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 20th 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 - 3rd Sep 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th Sep 2024 - 20th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 29th Oct 2024 - 19th 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
10 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St Bernard's School, Louth
Local authority ratio 18 : 1