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Adcote School for Girls
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- Little Ness SY4 2JY
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Academic Progress: Pupils achieve good standards with strong subject knowledge and creative abilities.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are confident, resilient, and show moral responsibility.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Sensitive support and a personal tutor system help pupils make progress.
Teacher Engagement: Teaching stimulates interest and provides challenge.
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: Staff provide challenge and support equally.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Teaching sometimes limited by lack of ICT appreciation.
Opportunities for Parent Involvement: Parents can engage through school events and councils.
Communication with Parents: School communicates effectively about child’s progress.
Parent Satisfaction: Majority of parents are satisfied with the school's support and environment.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leadership demonstrates effective management skills.
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: Leadership focuses on enhancing educational outcomes.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: Bullying is prevented and good behaviour is promoted.
Behaviour and Attitudes of Pupils: Exemplary behaviour with respect for guidelines.
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: Offers diverse opportunities in sports, arts, and societies.
Balancing Academics with Extracurriculars: Students manage academic and extracurricular responsibilities well.
Support for SEND: Specialist help supports progress for pupils with special educational needs.
Subjects Offered: A broad curriculum covering core academic subjects and creative arts.
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Adcote School for Girls is a All-through, Girls school located in Shropshire County, West Midlands.
It has 210 students from age 4-18 yr.
Tuition fee £4,500 to £5,900 for the highest grade offered.
At this school, 69% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
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King James I handed the Protestant branch of the Howard family, Thomas, Earl of Suffolk, the manor of Little Ness, containing Adcote, by letter patent in 1603; he afterwards sold it to the Cravens.
Early in the eighteenth century, Adcote was separated; the Shropshire hero Clive of India brought it back together.
We learn from Clive's will that he had bought the properties extending from Little Ness to Baschurch.
The school was established on January 18th, 1907, by Mrs. Amy Gough in the village of Doseley, close to Wellington, with 2 day students and 5 boarders at Glenmore House.
A private corporation was established in 1927 to buy Adcote in Little Ness.
There were 72 boarders total, filling the school to capacity.
When the population increased once more in 1937, plans were made the next year to turn the stables and other facilities into classrooms, music rooms, and laboratories.
The Adcote Educational Trust was created in 1964 as the school continued to expand.
It's believed that Madeley Court, the former Darby family house, and Benthall Hall in Broseley were some of the local places that inspired Adcote.
Adcote was allegedly considered to be Shaw's best home. The home is regarded as "perhaps the best example of the rural residences created (by Shaw) between 1870 and 1880," according to some.
Adcote Residence "has gained notoriety mostly as a result of Shaw's autograph drawing.
A masterpiece of architectural drawing, it is now shown in the Royal Academy of Arts' Diploma Gallery in London ".
Shaw incorporated the regional building customs when designing Adcote in the Tudor style to give the home a sense of continuity with the past. The house has tall chimneys, pointed gables, mullioned windows, and is constructed of local sandstone.
Until her passing in 1909, Mrs. Darby resided in the home.
Alfred Darby II inherited the house from his mother and upon his death the house was sold to the Adcote School Trust.
The Darby family were pleased to see the house converted into a school for otherwise it could well have been demolished as happened to some of Shaw's other mansions.
In 1927, Adcote was transformed into a boarding school.
The original stable and coach houses have been converted into classrooms, science laboratories and the Junior School.
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Early in the eighteenth century, Adcote was separated; the Shropshire hero Clive of India brought it back together.
We learn from Clive's will that he had bought the properties extending from Little Ness to Baschurch.
The school was established on January 18th, 1907, by Mrs. Amy Gough in the village of Doseley, close to Wellington, with 2 day students and 5 boarders at Glenmore House.
A private corporation was established in 1927 to buy Adcote in Little Ness.
There were 72 boarders total, filling the school to capacity.
When the population increased once more in 1937, plans were made the next year to turn the stables and other facilities into classrooms, music rooms, and laboratories.
The Adcote Educational Trust was created in 1964 as the school continued to expand.
It's believed that Madeley Court, the former Darby family house, and Benthall Hall in Broseley were some of the local places that inspired Adcote.
Adcote was allegedly considered to be Shaw's best home. The home is regarded as "perhaps the best example of the rural residences created (by Shaw) between 1870 and 1880," according to some.
Adcote Residence "has gained notoriety mostly as a result of Shaw's autograph drawing.
A masterpiece of architectural drawing, it is now shown in the Royal Academy of Arts' Diploma Gallery in London ".
Shaw incorporated the regional building customs when designing Adcote in the Tudor style to give the home a sense of continuity with the past. The house has tall chimneys, pointed gables, mullioned windows, and is constructed of local sandstone.
Until her passing in 1909, Mrs. Darby resided in the home.
Alfred Darby II inherited the house from his mother and upon his death the house was sold to the Adcote School Trust.
The Darby family were pleased to see the house converted into a school for otherwise it could well have been demolished as happened to some of Shaw's other mansions.
In 1927, Adcote was transformed into a boarding school.
The original stable and coach houses have been converted into classrooms, science laboratories and the Junior School.
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| Phase of Education | All-through | All-through | All-through |
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| Type | Independent Schools | Independent Schools | Independent Schools |
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| Ofset report | - | - | - |
| Age range | 4-18 | 0-18 | 4-19 |
| Gender | Girls | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
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| Student teacher ratio | - | - | - |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 69% | 0% | 19% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 37.50% | 20.90% | 21.10% |
| Day Fees | £4,500 to £5,900 | £883 to £5,940 | £3,540 to £6,360 |
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 | - | 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 | 59.5 | 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 | 69% | 23% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 83% | 35.89% | 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 | 24% | 16% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 17% | 6.55% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 21% | 9.91% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.89 | 2.28 | 2.83 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – 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 | - | 91.9% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 142 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 80.52% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 20.29% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | - | 13.9% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 41.33% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | - | 5.19% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 4.43% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 6.95% | 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 | - | 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 | 56.2 | 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 | 53% | 27.74% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 68% | 41.16% | 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 | 16% | 20% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 11% | 9.16% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 16% | 13.3% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.46 | 2.52 | 2.97 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – 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 | - | 92.29% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 138 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 85.76% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 26.29% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | - | 14.1% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 39.52% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | - | 5.9% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.57% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 4% | 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 | - | 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 | 38.8 | 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 | 20% 13 | 25.73% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 32% 26 | 39.82% | 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 | 4% | 22.03% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 9.03% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 4% | 14.09% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.32 | 2.53 | 2.88 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – 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 | - | 93.67% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 119 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 84.4% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 29.33% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | - | 16.73% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 30.47% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | - | 7.8% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 4.67% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 4.6% | 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 | - | 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 | 33.7 | 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% 5 | 26.63% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 58% 11 | 39.22% | 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 | 0% | 23.16% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 9.91% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 14.94% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 2.23 | 2.54 | 2.84 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – 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% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 132 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 80.93% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 24.64% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | - | 19.36% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 32.93% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 8.29% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3.5% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3.36% | 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 | - | 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 | 28% | 25.13% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 47% | 38.58% | 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 | 6% | 23.29% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 6% | 13.87% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 6% | 16.52% | 16.26% |
| EBacc average points score | - | - | - |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – 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 | - | 95.54% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 134 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 77.46% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 39.54% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | - | 18.38% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 23.38% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 9.23% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 6.31% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3.23% | 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 | 42.7 | 33.32 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | B+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 43.96 | 34 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 37.50% | 16.78% | 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 | - | 221 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | - | 55.75% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 7.75% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | - | 27% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 6% | 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 | 41.74 | 38.01 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 41.19 | 37.4 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 42.9% | 22.98% | 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 | - | 251 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | - | 57% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 4.88% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | - | 23.5% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 11.88% | 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 | 38.21 8 | 34.5 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 34.44 1 | 34.28 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 22.2% | 22.83% | 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 | - | 221 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | - | 52% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 9.71% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | - | 28.71% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 6.57% | 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 | 30.68 7 | 33.95 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 35.15 4 | 33.89 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 18.52% | 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 | - | 32.43% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 5.86% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 16.14% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 2.43% | 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 | 37.04 | 30.47 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 39.05 | 31.96 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 28.6% | 18.34% | 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 | - | 0 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 34.29% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 7.14% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | - | 21.29% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 1.14% | 4.23% |
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Fees
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£4,500 to £5,900
Yearly fee
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£11,700
Boarding
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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 - 6th Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 14th Apr 2025 - 25th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 21st Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
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| Autumn Term | 3rd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 7th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 20th Jul 2025 |
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