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Tottington High School
- Secondary
- Bury BL8 3LY
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Requires Improvement
| The quality of education | Requires Improvement |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Requires Improvement |
| Personal development | Requires Improvement |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
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Academic Progress: Inconsistencies in curriculum delivery hinder pupil achievement
Behaviour and Attitudes: Most pupils are polite; however, some lack motivation and there is still poor behavior present
Current Educational Practices: Staff value 'curriculum conferencing' to review and improve
Strengths and Challenges: Inconsistent use of learning strategies; some teachers do not use assessment processes effectively
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents can influence through Ofsted Parent View
Actions for Quality Improvement: Decisive trust action and staff training in curriculum design
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Behavior is improving with strengthened approaches to dealing with unacceptable conduct
Managing Bullying and Safety: Pupils engage in anti-bullying approaches; atmosphere is calm and orderly
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Effective safeguarding arrangements in place
Extracurricular Offerings: Increasing range but more participation needed
Career Counselling Services: Strong careers guidance provided
Managing and Supporting SEND: Some staff do not adapt learning effectively for SEND pupils
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Tottington High School is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Greater Manchester, North West.
It has 935 students from age 11-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 21 : 1.
At this school, 34% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
This school rated Requires Improvement by recent Ofsted inspection.
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The goal of Tottington High School is to fully develop each student's skill, abilities, and passion. Our team of educators and support personnel is devoted to meeting the needs of our students. Students receive excellent treatment and are treated with respect. We are a school with a very clear goal for the growth of each and every one of our people, both faculty and students. Come and meet the staff and students; it is the greatest way to learn about us.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
C+
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B-
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B-
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| Ofset report | Requires Improvement | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-16 | 11-16 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 21.3 | 15.1 | 19.1 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 34% | 48% | 33% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| 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 | -0.63 | 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 | 41.2 | 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 | 34% | 30.89% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 61% | 48.17% | 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 | 17% | 25.94% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 11% | 10.06% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 16% | 16.28% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.66 | 3.17 | 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 | 95% | 93.92% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 170 | 153 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 84% | 86.83% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 38% | 38.67% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 1% | 3.33% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 45% | 36.83% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 8% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 2.67% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 4.25% | 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 | -0.62 | 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 | 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 | 45% | 30.76% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 67% | 44.71% | 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 | 12% | 26.59% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 4% | 11.12% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 6% | 16.18% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.67 | 3.01 | 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 | 91% | 93% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 182 | 140 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 82% | 86.33% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 45% | 44.78% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 1% | 1.78% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 36% | 29.44% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 10.33% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 1.78% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 4.89% | 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.
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.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st Oct 2024 - 25th Oct 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 - 20th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 26th Oct 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
21 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Tottington High School
Local authority ratio 20 : 1