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The Stourport High School and Sixth Form College
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- Stourport-on-Severn DY13 8AX
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Requires Improvement |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
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Academic Progress: Leaders set high expectations; redesigned curriculum supports diverse aspirations.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils live up to school values; behaviour has improved significantly.
Qualifications and Training: Emphasis on ongoing training; new qualifications introduced.
Current Educational Practices: High emphasis on current practices; aims clearly articulated.
Strengths and Challenges: Behaviour improved, but some subjects need better curriculum linking.
Opportunities for Involvement: Student leadership reps attend governing body meetings.
Communication: Leaders should better communicate improvements to parents.
Parent Satisfaction: Most parents agree on good provision; minority concerns about SEND and behavior.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders provide effective behavior support; pupils can speak to trusted adults.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Redesigned curriculum; more diverse qualifications and courses.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Pupils feel safe; bullying incidents are rare.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Additional counselors; effective safeguarding policies.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Various career-relevant work experiences available.
Extracurricular Offerings: Limited music opportunities, but extensive career placements.
Career Counselling Services: Extensive impartial careers advice available.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Redesigned curriculum supports sixth form progression.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Curriculum changes consider SEND needs; continued into sixth form.
Subjects Offered: Wide range including new courses like psychology and business.
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The Stourport High School and Sixth Form College is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Worcestershire, West Midlands.
It has 1132 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 20 : 1.
At this school, 32% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
95.80% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Welcome to The Stourport High School and VIth Form College, we are honoured to have you. We appreciate your interest in and time spent learning more about our school. At Stourport High School, we pride ourselves on playing a significant role in helping all students develop their character and in their growth into well-rounded, confident and honest young people who will flourish. Our motto Carpe Diem, which means "seize the day to be the best that you can be," perfectly expresses this. At Stourport High School and VIth Form College we work hard to ensure that the four core values that best define our aims are Determination, Initiative, Respect and Self-Regulation. We base every choice we make on these principles. We want all employees to demonstrate them and apply them while making decisions. We exhort all young people to live up to these ideals, along with their families. We hope that you enjoy reading more about us and, should you wish to contact us and see for yourself, we would be delighted to offer you a warm welcome.
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| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 20.7 | - | 16.9 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 32% | 98% | 45% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 13.00% | 35.00% | 17.40% |
| 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 | -0.50 | 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 | 40.8 | 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% | 25.84% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 52% | 38.17% | 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 | 20% | 22.83% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 5% | 8.17% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 11% | 12.38% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.34 | 2.68 | 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% | 94.97% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 176 | 150 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 83% | 86.8% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 32% | 30.83% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 34% | 26.91% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 16% | 13.86% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 15.09% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 3.71% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 6% | 4.51% | 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 | -0.81 | 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 | 42.8 | 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 | 37% | 27.6% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 58% | 39.97% | 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 | 19% | 23.41% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 4% | 11.03% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 7% | 15.74% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.44 | 2.75 | 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% | 91.31% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 178 | 146 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 89% | 86.26% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 53% | 33.34% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 25% | 27.8% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 9% | 13.2% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 11.89% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 2.29% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 2.77% | 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 | -0.49 | 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 | 44.3 | 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 | 38% 7 | 25.21% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 65% 10 | 40.9% | 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 | 69% | 27.37% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 18% 9 | 9.65% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 35% 13 | 15.88% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.19 | 2.87 | 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% | 94.71% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 190 | 142 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 87.53% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 41% | 34.44% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 29% | 26.38% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 18% | 12.59% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 14.18% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 4.44% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 2.97% | 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 | -0.44 | 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 | 43.1 | 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 | 31% 11 | 27.98% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 55% 9 | 42.12% | 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 | 48% | 25.18% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 9% 14 | 9.76% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 22% 3 | 14.78% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.78 | 2.97 | 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 | 98% | 87.15% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 214 | 146 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 85% | 77.62% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 39% | 26.71% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 32% | 28.79% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 13% | 9.15% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 9.06% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 9% | 3.47% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 2.32% | 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 | -0.27 | 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 | 46.1 | 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 | 42% | 29.08% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 64% | 43.18% | 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 | 49% | 25.26% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 23% | 13.44% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 25% | 15.08% | 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% | 90.24% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 207 | 151 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 94% | 67.35% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 47% | 28.44% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 34% | 30.03% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 10.85% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 7.65% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 8% | 5.38% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 3.26% | 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 | 32.93 | 29.14 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.48 | 28.64 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 13.00% | 12.04% | 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 | 66 | 130 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 42% | 51.67% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 9% | 6.71% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 29% | 27.83% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 12% | 9.75% | 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 | 37.8 | 33.19 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 38.85 | 32.66 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 24.1% | 17.06% | 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 | 168 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 65% | 56.67% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 6.67% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 20% | 21.63% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 11.13% | 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 | 30.97 | 28.82 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 31.89 | 27.59 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 10.0% | 11.29% | 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 | 79 | 135 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 53% | 54.91% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 18% | 11.3% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 22% | 21.17% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 8.52% | 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 | 30.11 6 | 29.22 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 31.11 5 | 30.91 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 9.1% | 11.79% | 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 | - | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 15 | 24.57% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 12% | 8.91% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 17% | 20.61% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 2.17% | 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 | 24.73 | 27.51 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 26.42 | 28.61 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 7.7% | 12.08% | 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 | - | 1 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 17 | 27.45% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 20% | 9.59% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 25% | 24.36% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 3.32% | 4.23% |
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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 | 14th Apr 2025 - 25th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 22nd 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 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 21st Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
20 : 1
Student teacher ratio at The Stourport High School and Sixth Form College
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
