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Thomas Gainsborough School
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- Great Cornard CO10 0NH
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Not Previously Inspected |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Outstanding |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
| 16 to 19 study programmes | Good |
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Academic Progress: Most pupils make good progress in most subjects.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils鈥� behaviour is exemplary, and respect and courtesy are the norm.
Qualifications and Training: Staff are given targets which link their own development needs with school improvement priorities.
Current Educational Practices: Leaders provide training to help staff succeed, leading to improved teaching quality.
Strengths and Challenges: Some teachers do not base work on clear understanding of pupils' prior knowledge, leading to varied progress.
Opportunities for Involvement: Leaders and governors have secured the commitment of parents to their vision for the school.
Communication: Almost all parents agreed that the school is well led and managed.
Parent Satisfaction: Almost all parents who responded would recommend the school to others.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders are unrelenting in following up their concerns with others when external agencies' support is required.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders have tailored the curriculum to meet individual needs and insist on high standards, ensuring good progress.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Instances of bullying are dealt with effectively and rapidly.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Leaders ensure that pupils are taught how to keep themselves safe.
Extracurricular Offerings: An extensive programme like Duke of Edinburgh鈥檚 Award Scheme and archaeological digs.
Career Counselling Services: A comprehensive programme prepares pupils very well for further education or career.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Students in the sixth form receive good education and make good progress.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Funding for pupils with special educational needs is well used, resulting in accelerated progress.
Subjects Offered: The curriculum includes innovative pathways beginning from Year 7, balanced by a broad range of subjects until the end of Year 9.
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Thomas Gainsborough School is a top rated, Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Suffolk, East of England.
It has 1584 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 19 : 1.
At this school, 55% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
96.90% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Excellence: for everyone, for all, which is our school's motto, captures our ideals and attitude. It is a school where each and every student is valued. We strive to personalise a young person's education, putting them at the centre of their own learning, to ensure that each student achieves his or her full potential enjoying an education that focuses on their own individual skills, strengths and aptitudes. Since this is their school and their education, every student has a voice. Each student, however, also belongs to a community on a local, national, and international level. We want our students to excel as citizens and make significant contributions to the community in which they reside. At Thomas Gainsborough School, our guiding principles of respect, resilience, honesty, happiness, and positivity are at the heart of everything we do. Each student should be able to comprehend what each one means and apply it to their own life by the time they graduate from our school, in our hopes.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
B+
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B-
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B-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-16 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 19 | 15.1 | 17.1 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 55% | 48% | 40% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 17.50% | - | - |
| 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 | 0.28 | 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 | 50.3 | 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 | 55% | 27.21% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 76% | 41.83% | 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 | 35% | 18.17% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 14% | 7.12% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 24% | 10.69% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.37 | 2.77 | 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 | 92% | 88.49% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 277 | 140 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 86% | 81.35% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 40% | 38.96% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 33% | 32.35% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 11% | 4.88% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 5.24% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 3.37% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 3.76% | 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 | -0.07 | 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 | 52% | 27.91% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 74% | 41.74% | 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 | 24% | 16.55% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 13% | 8.38% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 17% | 11.29% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.15 | 2.84 | 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% | 91.24% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 270 | 139 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 87% | 86.3% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 30% | 39.28% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 45% | 35.58% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 12% | 4.88% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 6.44% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 2.52% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 2.46% | 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 | 0.19 | 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 | 47.7 | 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 | 48% 1 | 26.24% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 73% 5 | 42.5% | 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 | 45% | 24.5% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 14% 1 | 9.22% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 24% 1 | 14.43% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.18 | 3.05 | 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 | 93% | 93.32% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 197 | 137 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 84% | 85.48% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 35% | 36.73% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 42% | 37.89% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 8% | 8.27% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 2.66% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 4.59% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 3.27% | 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 | 0.23 | 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 | 47.4 | 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 | 47% 7 | 27.79% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 68% 5 | 43.5% | 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 | 36% | 21.2% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 15% | 7.92% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 23% 7 | 12.59% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.12 | 3.05 | 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 | 95% | 88.36% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 221 | 148 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 77.17% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 33% | 33.1% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 47% | 37.07% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 11% | 5.86% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 1.43% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 4.88% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 2.98% | 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 | 0.25 | 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 | 46.2 | 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% | 27.84% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 63% | 43.98% | 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 | 24% | 21.47% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 15% | 10.55% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 16% | 11.63% | 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 | 97% | 89.82% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 251 | 161 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 93% | 66.32% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 39% | 37.55% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 36% | 37.5% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 6.66% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 1.45% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 8% | 6.68% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 3.39% | 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 | 35.35 | 27.91 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 36.61 | 28.39 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 17.50% | 11.94% | 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 | 79 | 240 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 58% | 49.86% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 8.05% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 27% | 28.95% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 1% | 10.09% | 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 | 37.53 | 29.83 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 38.43 | 29.21 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 18.9% | 14.39% | 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 | 87 | 314 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 54% | 53.1% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 3% | 5.86% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 30% | 27.33% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 9% | 10.14% | 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 | 29.05 3 | 27.68 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 29.61 2 | 28.27 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 7.8% | 11.89% | 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 | 64 | 278 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 41% | 51.19% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 8% | 8.33% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 40% | 29% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 7.9% | 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 | 26.38 3 | 27.91 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 27.16 7 | 27.94 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 5.6% | 11.35% | 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 | - | 4 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 49.05% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 6.81% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 23.19% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 3.43% | 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 | 29 | 26.76 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 34.44 | 27.01 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 9.5% | 11.18% | 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 | - | 3 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 9 | 46.42% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 9% | 9.04% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 17% | 26.46% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 3.25% | 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 | 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
19 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Thomas Gainsborough School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
