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St Edward's Roman Catholic/Church of England School, Poole
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St Edward's Roman Catholic/Church of England School, Poole
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- Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole BH15 3HY
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| Previous inspection | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Achievement of pupils | Good |
| Quality of teaching | Good |
| Behaviour and safety of pupils | Good |
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Academic Progress: Achievement is above average in English and mathematics.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Students are mature, get along well and work collaboratively. Behaviour is good.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers use their strong subject knowledge to promote effective learning.
Current Educational Practices: Teachers ask relevant questions and keep a brisk pace, promoting positive learning atmosphere.
Strengths and Challenges: There are inconsistencies in teaching; some lessons do not challenge students fully.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents' views were analysed; opportunity for involvement through Parent View.
Communication: School communicates effectively about students' progress and school events.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents have very few concerns about behaviour and safety.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Staff manage behaviour very well and deal with bullying incidents effectively.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Strengthened leadership led to improved teaching quality and higher attainment.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying is unusual, and staff handle incidents very well. Students feel safe.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Effective behaviour management contributes to a calm, organized environment.
Extracurricular Offerings: Increased vocational courses help students balance academic and practical learning.
Career Counselling Services: Students receive helpful advice as they transition into and out of Key Stage 4.
Preparation for Sixth Form: External and internal guidance help students make informed choices about courses.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Specialist teaching assistants provide effective support, leading to similar or better achievement compared to peers.
Subjects Offered: Students' attainment above average in GCSE subjects. Provides balanced subject offerings.
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St Edward's Roman Catholic/Church of England School, Poole is a top rated, Secondary, Co-Ed, Church of England/Roman Catholic school located in Dorset County, South West.
It has 1072 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1.
At this school, 44% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
91.80% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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St Edward's Roman Catholic/Church of England School, Poole
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
BH15 3HY
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
B-
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A
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| Ofset report | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-19 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 16.3 | - |
| Proficient Math | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 44% | 34% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 7.20% | - |
| 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 | 0.18 | 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 | 46.4 | 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 | 44% | 33.68% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 71% | 46.16% | 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 | 33% | 23.32% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 15% | 13.11% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 26% | 17.46% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.05 | 2.87 | 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 | 97% | 90.46% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 178 | 120 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 93% | 82.89% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 38% | 33.5% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 53% | 33.64% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 1% | 0.29% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 15.64% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 3.29% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 4.29% | 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 | 0.15 | 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 | 48.6 | 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% | 34.78% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 71% | 46.59% | 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 | 38% | 23.81% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 25% | 14.86% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 32% | 18.65% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.27 | 2.95 | 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% | 83.9% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 171 | 112 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 89% | 78.86% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 35% | 35.59% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 55% | 35.03% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.14% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 8% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 2.66% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 2.48% | 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 | 0.52 | 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 | 50.4 | 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 | 53% 13 | 34.3% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 76% 9 | 47.88% | 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 | 28% | 28.76% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 15% 2 | 14.48% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 24% 1 | 19.79% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.36 | 3.15 | 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 | 98% | 84.33% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 177 | 113 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 88% | 77.44% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 25% | 33.07% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 62% | 34.67% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 1% | 0.22% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 9.59% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 3.33% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 3.41% | 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 | 0.22 | 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 | 46.5 | 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 | 40% 10 | 35.56% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 67% 6 | 47.53% | 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% | 28.63% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 17% 1 | 15.56% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 23% 5 | 20.22% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.08 | 3.13 | 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 | 96% | 78.96% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 179 | 118 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 87% | 67.48% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 39% | 31.04% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 47% | 33.52% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.19% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 3.78% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 3.44% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 2.89% | 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 | 0.15 | 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 | 49.1 | 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% | 34.74% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 73% | 48.06% | 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 | 31% | 26.55% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 16% | 17.1% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 18% | 18.45% | 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 | 99% | 75% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 174 | 124 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 97% | 56.73% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 39% | 29.65% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 57% | 37.15% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 4.38% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 4.81% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 3.23% | 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 | 30.21 | 34.51 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 30.97 | 33.02 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 7.20% | 16.02% | 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 | 81 | 109 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 48% | 54.36% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 3.93% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 43% | 24.43% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 4% | 7.71% | 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 | 34.85 | 36.9 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 34.33 | 35.71 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 10.4% | 18.24% | 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 | 80 | 113 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 54% | 59.64% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 3.64% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 17% | 20.64% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 10% | 7.57% | 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 | 30.49 2 | 27.79 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 30.63 1 | 27.44 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 12.5% | 12.74% | 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 | 92 | 111 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 57% | 49.81% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 10% | 6.81% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 24% | 27.75% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 9.25% | 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 | 28.03 2 | 30.42 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 29.06 2 | 28.74 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 7.8% | 15.72% | 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 | - | 3 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 27 | 25% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 8% | 5.25% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 36% | 25.75% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 4% | 4.63% | 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 | 30.32 | 29.22 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 31.21 | 28.31 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 7.5% | 12.68% | 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 | 7 | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 16 | 31.5% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 13% | 7.71% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 23% | 33.64% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 2.14% | 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 - 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
16 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St Edward's Roman Catholic/Church of England School, Poole
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
