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Woodchurch High School is a Secondary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Merseyside, North West.
It has 1419 students from age 11-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 13 : 1.
At this school, 27% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
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I am thrilled that you are thinking about putting your child in Woodchurch High School.
The reason Woodchurch High School is so well-liked is because it has "Established Excellence" in every area, including leadership and management, student advancement, and achievement.
All of our Ofsted Inspection results at Woodchurch High School reflect the fact that we always put the needs of the students at the centre of all we do.
We are looking to grow Woodchurch High School even more by adding a sixth form now that it is a Church of England Academy.
Woodchurch High School is dedicated to giving every student the finest education possible, and we collaborate with parents to make this a reality.
Success in public exams is crucial because these are the credentials needed for work options as well as for further and higher education.
We are able to successfully prepare our students for the next stage of their lives as evidenced by our exceptional results and the advancements we have maintained in recent years.
Regardless of where they began, our students make excellent progress, and they frequently express to the staff how much they like and are glad to be a part of Woodchurch High School.
An robust enrichment programme is offered, including a breakfast club and homework groups, to ensure that all of our students achieve.
We take great pride in being an inclusive school that can provide for students with Asperger's Syndrome and Autistic Spectrum Disorder in addition to those with physical and/or medical impairments.
On a typical business day, you are more than welcome to visit the school.
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The reason Woodchurch High School is so well-liked is because it has "Established Excellence" in every area, including leadership and management, student advancement, and achievement.
All of our Ofsted Inspection results at Woodchurch High School reflect the fact that we always put the needs of the students at the centre of all we do.
We are looking to grow Woodchurch High School even more by adding a sixth form now that it is a Church of England Academy.
Woodchurch High School is dedicated to giving every student the finest education possible, and we collaborate with parents to make this a reality.
Success in public exams is crucial because these are the credentials needed for work options as well as for further and higher education.
We are able to successfully prepare our students for the next stage of their lives as evidenced by our exceptional results and the advancements we have maintained in recent years.
Regardless of where they began, our students make excellent progress, and they frequently express to the staff how much they like and are glad to be a part of Woodchurch High School.
An robust enrichment programme is offered, including a breakfast club and homework groups, to ensure that all of our students achieve.
We take great pride in being an inclusive school that can provide for students with Asperger's Syndrome and Autistic Spectrum Disorder in addition to those with physical and/or medical impairments.
On a typical business day, you are more than welcome to visit the school.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
D-
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B-
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B-
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| Ofset report | - | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-16 | 11-16 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Boys |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 13.6 | 15.1 | 18.1 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 27% | 48% | 79% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | 14.60% |
| 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 | -0.14 | 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 | 38.6 | 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 | 27% | 32.93% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 51% | 47.61% | 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% | 35.18% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 10% | 14.89% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 21% | 21.64% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.18 | 3.2 | 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 | 89% | 91.58% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 267 | 138 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 77% | 86.31% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 36% | 23.15% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 6% | 35.85% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 31% | 13.88% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 3% | 13.38% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 2.31% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 6% | 3.12% | 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 | 0.05 | 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 | 42.7 | 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 | 33% | 34.07% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 57% | 47.14% | 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 | 32% | 35.59% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 12% | 17.38% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 21% | 23.69% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.45 | 3.28 | 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% | 90.65% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 279 | 135 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 83% | 86.88% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 43% | 19.96% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 6% | 40.15% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 34% | 13.81% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 13.15% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 1.54% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 2.35% | 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 | 0.02 | 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 | 42.3 | 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 | 31% 7 | 32.89% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 57% 3 | 47.29% | 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 | 55% | 32.61% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 11% | 15.32% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 29% 9 | 22% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.56 | 3.21 | 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% | 88.21% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 274 | 120 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 81% | 82.71% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 73% | 31.21% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 7% | 39.08% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.75% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 11.67% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 2.54% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 7% | 3% | 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 | 0.02 | 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 | 43.1 | 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 | 38% 4 | 34.69% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 60% 1 | 51.23% | 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 | 45% | 36.04% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 11% 7 | 17.88% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 20% 3 | 25.46% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.59 | 3.48 | 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 | 93% | 84.33% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 267 | 122 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 84% | 71.42% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 40% | 12.83% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | - | 39.46% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 31% | 10.88% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 6.63% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 2.29% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 1.46% | 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 | 0.04 | 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 | 43.9 | 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% | 33.31% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 61% | 48.42% | 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 | 63% | 33.54% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 18% | 20.88% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 23% | 23.73% | 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 | 92% | 86.46% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 271 | 121 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 88% | 49.04% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 40% | 16.25% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | - | 40.88% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 41% | 10.38% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 11.29% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 10% | 3.75% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 1.79% | 2.45% |
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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
13 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Woodchurch High School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1