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The Trinity Catholic School A Voluntary Academy
- 2.3 (3 reviews)
- Secondary
- Nottingham NG8 3EZ
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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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Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils鈥� behaviour is excellent, they are polite and courteous. They understand the Catholic values and respect fundamental British values.
Academic Progress: Overall, pupils鈥� progress through key stage 4 is good. However, boys and disadvantaged pupils' progress has been less strong.
Qualifications and Training: Newly qualified teachers are positive about the support they have received.
Current Educational Practices: A new programme has been launched in support of professional development, including 'Teach like a Champion'.
Strengths and Challenges: Some subject leaders need additional support to contribute more successfully to further school improvement.
Opportunities for Involvement: The overwhelming majority of parents would recommend the school and believe it to be well led and managed.
Communication: Parents and carers strongly agree that pupils are safe and well cared for.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents are very satisfied with the school鈥檚 pastoral support and safeguarding arrangements.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: The headteacher and senior leaders handle concerns effectively and maintain high morale among staff and students.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders have reviewed the curriculum and implemented improvements to support boys and disadvantaged pupils.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Incidences of bullying are very low; pupils report bullying is rare and issues are addressed swiftly.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: The school has invested in key resources to support pupils' mental health and well-being.
Extracurricular Offerings: Pupils appreciate the wide range of extra-curricular activities and enrichment opportunities offered.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: The curriculum for personal development promotes balance between academics and extracurricular activities.
Career Counselling Services: A comprehensive programme of careers education and guidance contributes to a high proportion of pupils securing placements in higher education or training.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Effective sixth form leadership and high-quality teaching help students achieve well.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Pupils with SEND make good progress due to close, tailored support and good engagement with parents.
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The Trinity Catholic School A Voluntary Academy is a top rated, Secondary, Co-Ed, Roman Catholic school located in Nottinghamshire, East Midlands.
It has 1178 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1.
At this school, 56% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
98.60% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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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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A-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Outstanding |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-16 | 11-19 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Girls |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 15.5 | 15.1 | 14 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 56% | 48% | 39% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 16.20% | - | 5.90% |
| 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 | 0.13 | 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 | 52.8 | 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 | 56% | 26.29% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 72% | 40.16% | 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 | 30% | 20.39% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 11% | 8.65% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 21% | 12.55% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.54 | 2.71 | 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% | 85.08% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 171 | 122 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 94% | 78.75% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 23% | 34.54% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 61% | 21.75% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 9% | 9.33% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 13.13% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 2.08% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 4.38% | 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 | 0.17 | 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 | 55.4 | 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 | 62% | 29.19% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 82% | 42.29% | 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 | 31% | 19.26% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 16% | 8.55% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 21% | 11.19% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.78 | 2.72 | 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 | 96% | 86.87% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 180 | 126 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 83.26% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 24% | 36.78% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 58% | 21.26% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 8% | 9.43% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 15.83% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 1.26% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 2.43% | 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 | 0.22 | 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 | 52.2 | 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 | 46% 5 | 24.38% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 73% 7 | 36.97% | 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 | 47% | 18.38% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 17% 4 | 7.93% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 27% 4 | 11.03% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.52 | 2.5 | 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 | 99% | 80.39% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 169 | 107 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 75.56% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 22% | 34.5% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 63% | 20.56% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 4% | 8.39% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 12% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 2.5% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 2.39% | 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 | 0.01 | 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 | 52.5 | 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 | 51% 2 | 24.26% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 80% 4 | 36.37% | 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 | 47% | 16.56% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 21% 2 | 7% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 31% 3 | 9.56% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.59 | 2.38 | 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 | 97% | 68.76% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 173 | 110 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 87% | 63.35% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 22% | 23% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 63% | 21.94% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 2% | 4.53% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 11.53% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 8% | 2.41% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 1.24% | 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 | 0.13 | 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 | 51.4 | 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% | 24.71% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 76% | 36.81% | 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 | 47% | 20.81% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 23% | 7.76% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 28% | 9.19% | 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% | 77.08% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 173 | 133 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 96% | 60.31% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 32% | 25.15% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 60% | 25.31% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 5.92% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 14.46% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 3.69% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 2.23% | 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 | 31.51 | 25.59 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.63 | 26.27 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 16.20% | 12.35% | 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 | 96 | 290 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 73% | 52.42% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 7.92% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 15% | 21.42% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 14.83% | 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 | 34.6 | 28.9 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 36.08 | 29.18 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 27.4% | 16.67% | 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 | 104 | 410 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 79% | 55.09% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 2% | 3.18% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 12% | 17.82% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 11% | 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 | 28.54 2 | 23.13 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 30.27 4 | 24.41 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 8.0% | 13.7% | 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 | 108 | 269 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 71% | 52.67% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 9% | 7.67% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 7% | 14.33% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 10% | 14.78% | 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 | 30.58 2 | 25.66 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 34.16 2 | 25.92 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 15.5% | 14.35% | 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 | - | 3 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 15 | 28.63% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 3% | 6% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 13% | 9.88% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 5.38% | 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 | 28.49 | 18.54 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.1 | 19.93 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 10.9% | 10.11% | 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 | 13 | 38.5% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 3.25% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 13% | 13.63% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 9% | 9.75% | 4.23% |
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st 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 | 28th Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 30th Aug 2024 - 20th 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 - 27th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
15 : 1
Student teacher ratio at The Trinity Catholic School A Voluntary Academy
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
