Strode College - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)
Strode College
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Strode College
- 16 Plus (Sixth Form)
- Street BA16 0AB
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Outstanding |
| Adult learning programmes | Good |
| Education programmes for young people | Good |
| Provision for learners with high needs | Requires Improvement |
| Apprenticeships | Good |
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Career Advice and Guidance: Most students know the range of employment, further training, and higher education options available to them when they finish their programs.
Policies and Procedures: Leaders have established an appropriate culture of safeguarding at the college.
Training of Safeguarding Leads: The designated safeguarding lead and deputy are well qualified with good knowledge and understanding of safeguarding practices.
Community Service/Volunteer Opportunities: Counselling students contribute positively to the community through course placements.
Academic Performance: Most learners and apprentices recognize that they are learning important new skills and knowledge from teachers who have high levels of specialist experience.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Learners are polite, respectful, and often highly articulate.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Learners with high needs do not always benefit from teaching that meets their individual requirements.
Impact of Teaching on Progress: Teachers ensure that learners feel comfortable to express themselves, without fear of prejudice.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: In most instances, teachers use assessment and feedback well to support learners鈥� development.
Updating Resources: Facilities and resources are updated based on community needs. More work is needed in some areas.
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About Us
Strode College is a 16 Plus (Sixth Form), Co-Ed college located in Somerset, South West.
from age 16-99 yr.
86.90% of students completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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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 | 34.76 | 33.85 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 35.39 | 32.43 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 13.20% | 15.79% | 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 | 588 | 337 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 32% | 43.55% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 7.27% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 46% | 31.27% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 13% | 13.27% | 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 | 38.53 | 36.96 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 37.71 | 34.88 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 16.4% | 17% | 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 | 794 | 390 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 45% | 44.5% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 8.7% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 34% | 28.1% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 12% | 14.1% | 10.69% |
Exam Result Not Published
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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 | 34.75 1 | 33.68 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 37.39 1 | 33.85 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 14.4% | 16.7% | 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 | 647 | 394 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 42% | 42.44% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 8% | 9% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 33% | 33.33% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 11% | 10.78% | 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 | 33.80 1 | 29.62 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 38.59 2 | 30.11 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 15.2% | 14.93% | 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 | 177 | 74.7% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 7% | 9.1% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 33% | 25.7% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 5% | 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 | 32.3 | 30.79 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 36.2 | 32.19 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 10.3% | 15.76% | 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 | - | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 188 | 77.56% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 9% | 8.11% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 36% | 28.44% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 9% | 6.89% | 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 | 24th Jul 2025 - 1st Sep 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 3rd 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 - 23rd Jul 2025 |