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Activate Learning
- 16 Plus (Sixth Form)
- Oxford OX1 1SA
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Education programmes for young people | Good |
| Adult learning programmes | Good |
| Apprenticeships | Good |
| Provision for learners with high needs | Outstanding |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Good |
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University Application Support: Learners receive help with personal statements and interview preparation from tutors and career services.
Support for Apprenticeships/Workforce: Frequent visiting speakers from employers help learners understand career options and apprenticeship opportunities.
Career Advice and Guidance: Students appreciate the wide range of career guidance available throughout their time at college.
Policies and Procedures: High priority is placed on learner safety with robust procedures in place.
Training of Safeguarding Leads: DSLs and teams are well-trained and receive frequent refresher training on emerging risks.
Handling Bullying/Disciplinary Issues: Effective systems for monitoring and responding to safeguarding concerns, working with external agencies when necessary.
Types of Extracurricular Activities: Learners participate in sports, debating groups, and board games.
Work Experience/Internships: Strong links with employers offer work experience placements and live briefs to learners.
Academic Performance: Standards of work are high, and most learners know how to achieve their desired grades.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Plentiful support helps learners achieve their potential and improve over time.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Learners are respectful, ambitious, and keen to do well.
Teacher Engagement: Staff benefit from plentiful high-quality professional development to be effective in their roles.
Impact of Teaching on Progress: Teachers use effective techniques to help learners retain knowledge and apply it practically.
Strengths/Challenges: Specialist teachers are well-qualified and inspire learners to question and engage deeply with subjects.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Managers use quality assurance processes to understand strengths and areas for improvement.
STEM Facilities: Specialist facilities and employer input aid in meeting industry needs.
Study Areas/Libraries: Students have access to relevant resources aiding their academic pursuits.
School Culture and Ethos: Welcoming, inclusive learning environment where learners feel supported and safe.
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Activate Learning is a 16 Plus (Sixth Form), Co-Ed college located in Oxfordshire, South East.
from age 16-99 yr.
77.90% of students completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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| Phase of Education | 16 Plus (Sixth Form) | 16 Plus (Sixth Form) | 16 Plus (Sixth Form) |
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| Type | Colleges | Colleges | Colleges |
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| Ofset report | Good | - | Good |
| Age range | 16-99 | 16-99 | 16-99 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | |
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| Student teacher ratio | - | - | - |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 0.00% | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
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 | 24.49 | 32.96 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 23.58 | 33.27 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.00% | 18.51% | 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 | 2789 | 197 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 31% | 54.2% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 8% | 4.89% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 37% | 26.83% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 17% | 6.77% | 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 | 28.47 | 35.05 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 26.65 | 34.57 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 2.4% | 22.47% | 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 | 4241 | 248 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 36% | 55.46% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 4.34% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 38% | 24.83% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 18% | 8.2% | 10.69% |
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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 | 24.15 1 | 33.15 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 24.40 3 | 33.27 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.9% | 20.31% | 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 | 2451 | 207 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 32% | 54.21% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 10% | 7.58% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 36% | 27.61% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 15% | 6.91% | 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 | 25.23 1 | 32.06 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 27.14 1 | 32.03 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 4.2% | 18.43% | 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 | 5 | 1 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 399 | 35% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 8% | 4.34% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 34% | 15.66% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 3.97% | 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 | 26.88 | 31.92 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 26.8 | 32.93 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.8% | 20.07% | 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 | 4 | 6 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 487 | 52.93% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 8% | 6.46% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 35% | 25.39% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 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 |