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Vandyke Upper School
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- Leighton-Linslade LU7 3DY
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
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Academic Progress: Pupils develop both academically and socially
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils typically behave very well both in the classroom and around the school
Strengths and Challenges: Strong leadership in English has ensured that pupils make rapid progress and achieve well
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents can respond to Ofsted鈥檚 online questionnaire, Parent View
Communication: School communicates effectively about pupils鈥� progress through reports and meetings
Parent Satisfaction: Majority of parents are satisfied and recommend the school
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders handle concerns effectively with determined leadership
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leadership improved teaching and assessment rigorously
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying is dealt with effectively when identified
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Pupils are confident in staff鈥檚 capacity to keep them safe
Extracurricular Offerings: Sixth form students perform charity work
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Life Skills programme begins in Year 9
Career Counselling Services: Students receive high-quality guidance for further education
Preparation for Sixth Form: Sixth form includes strong focus on guidance for further education
Managing and Supporting SEND: Pupils with SEN make strong progress across the curriculum
Subjects Offered: Offers a wide range of subjects including French, German, music, and product design
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Vandyke Upper School is a top rated, Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Bedfordshire, East of England.
It has 1509 students from age 13-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1.
At this school, 48% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
97.00% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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The Vandyke Sixth Form is a place where students can strive for their full potential and get help in doing so.
High expectations, outstanding teaching, high-quality assistance and supervision, and strict monitoring are key components that contribute to Vandyke's sixth form's success.
We anticipate them to be driven by ambition, self-motivation, resilience, integrity, and respect, and to strive for both academic and personal greatness.
At Vandyke, we encourage and even demand that sixth-form students ASPIRE and set lofty goals.
Academic ambition and the development of other crucial abilities and qualities are two things we want from all of our students.
We anticipate them to have high expectations for our school, the Sixth Form in particular, and to contribute to enhancing Vandyke Upper School's stellar reputation.
We anticipate that each of our students will become independent learners who exercise self-direction and accountability for their own learning and development.
To the extent possible, students must spend at least 5 hours per subject each week working independently outside of class.
We anticipate a lot of effort from our students both during class and during independent study time.
We want our students to be dependable and trustworthy and to always act honourably, regardless of what their classmates may think.
In addition to supporting sixth form students in becoming excellent role models, this sets an example for younger students.
We want children to respect themselves and show respect for everyone in the school and the larger community.
They should strive for perfection in all that they do, according to us.
to achieve their full potential.
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High expectations, outstanding teaching, high-quality assistance and supervision, and strict monitoring are key components that contribute to Vandyke's sixth form's success.
We anticipate them to be driven by ambition, self-motivation, resilience, integrity, and respect, and to strive for both academic and personal greatness.
At Vandyke, we encourage and even demand that sixth-form students ASPIRE and set lofty goals.
Academic ambition and the development of other crucial abilities and qualities are two things we want from all of our students.
We anticipate them to have high expectations for our school, the Sixth Form in particular, and to contribute to enhancing Vandyke Upper School's stellar reputation.
We anticipate that each of our students will become independent learners who exercise self-direction and accountability for their own learning and development.
To the extent possible, students must spend at least 5 hours per subject each week working independently outside of class.
We anticipate a lot of effort from our students both during class and during independent study time.
We want our students to be dependable and trustworthy and to always act honourably, regardless of what their classmates may think.
In addition to supporting sixth form students in becoming excellent role models, this sets an example for younger students.
We want children to respect themselves and show respect for everyone in the school and the larger community.
They should strive for perfection in all that they do, according to us.
to achieve their full potential.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
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B-
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C
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Inadequate |
| Age range | 13-18 | 11-18 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 16.3 | - | 19.8 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 48% | 98% | 25% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 11.70% | 35.00% | - |
| 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 | 0.20 | 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 | 49.0 | 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% | 24.57% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 75% | 38.24% | 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 | 23% | 21.29% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 14% | 5.76% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 20% | 9.43% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.21 | 2.3 | 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% | 94.5% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 270 | 174 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 83% | 87.75% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 21% | 31.25% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 61% | 33.31% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 2.25% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 20.81% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 2.69% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 4.19% | 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 | 0.2 | 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 | 49.3 | 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 | 49% | 27.43% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 70% | 43.24% | 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% | 24.52% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 19% | 8.43% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 25% | 12.62% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.25 | 2.57 | 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% | 93.56% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 252 | 167 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 88% | 90.25% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 27% | 33.31% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 60% | 34.31% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | SP | 2.44% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 20% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 1.5% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 1.88% | 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 | 50.6 | 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% 7 | 32.78% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 72% 4 | 48.94% | 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 | 39% | 28.94% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 20% | 9.39% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 32% 2 | 14.72% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.45 | 3 | 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 | 95% | 93.43% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 188 | 167 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 87% | 86.43% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 36% | 30.86% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 51% | 34% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 2.14% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 19.57% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 3.64% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 3.36% | 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 | 0.28 | 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 | 49.2 | 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 | 45% 11 | 27.39% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 68% 3 | 44.17% | 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 | 40% | 29% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 20% 1 | 9.11% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 30% 3 | 13.61% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.42 | 2.72 | 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 | 96% | 85.69% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 258 | 176 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 87% | 73.08% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 29% | 25.92% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 56% | 36.15% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.38% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 11.77% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 3.31% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 1.62% | 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 | -0.07 | 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 | 44.1 | 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 | 34% | 27.89% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 65% | 42.56% | 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 | 45% | 24% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 21% | 9.67% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 27% | 10.78% | 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 | 94% | 84.85% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 231 | 186 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 86% | 77.69% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 31% | 26% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 55% | 36% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.23% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 13.85% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 8% | 4.77% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 7% | 2.85% | 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 | 31.13 | 23.86 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.62 | 23.02 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 11.70% | 8.74% | 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 | 132 | 111 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 58% | 59.7% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 6% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 30% | 24.8% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 5.4% | 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 | 33.47 | 31.45 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.65 | 32.37 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 8.6% | 11.32% | 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 | 123 | 111 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 65% | 53.1% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 7.4% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 14% | 26.7% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 12% | 8.4% | 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 | 33.43 2 | 29.09 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.35 2 | 26.96 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 13.7% | 8.47% | 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 | 110 | 130 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 59% | 52.56% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 14% | 11.89% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 21% | 27.78% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 5.44% | 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 | 31.88 2 | 27.73 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 34.00 1 | 29.24 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 10.0% | 10.09% | 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 | 27 | 22.89% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 4.78% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 23% | 17.78% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 3.44% | 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 | 29.55 | 22.38 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.51 | 25.62 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 5.2% | 8.09% | 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 | 21 | 24.78% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 8.89% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 22% | 21.56% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 3% | 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 | 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
16 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Vandyke Upper School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
