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Alderbrook School
- Secondary
- Solihull B91 1SN
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
| 16 to 19 study programmes | Good |
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Academic Progress: Many groups of pupils make strong progress
Behaviour and Attitudes: Behaviour is usually good, and pupils display values of inclusion and fairness
Qualifications and Training: Teachers demonstrate secure subject knowledge
Current Educational Practices: Leaders are committed to the professional development of staff
Strengths and Challenges: Some variability in how pupils achieve in different subjects
Opportunities for Involvement: Governors established the Alderbrook Community Forum
Communication: School gives parents clear information about progress
Parent Satisfaction: Leaders need more positive relationships with some parents of pupils with complex needs
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders take rapid and appropriate action
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders have introduced a comprehensive literacy policy
Managing Bullying and Safety: Majority of pupils feel safe and well cared for
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Leaders promote all aspects of pupils’ welfare
Extracurricular Offerings: Wide ranges of extracurricular activities available
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Students are keen to improve and value learning support
Career Counselling Services: Careers guidance pupils receive is very effective
Preparation for Sixth Form: Monitoring of students’ progress is secure
Managing and Supporting SEND: Effective support for pupils who have SEN and/or disabilities
Subjects Offered: The curriculum is broad and balanced helping pupils make good progress
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Alderbrook School is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in West Midlands County, West Midlands.
It has 1636 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1.
At this school, 67% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
96.30% 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 |
| Snobe grade |
B
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B-
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D-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | - |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 16.3 | - | 16.7 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 67% | 98% | 67% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 13.30% | 35.00% | 29.90% |
| 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 | 0.48 | 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 | 53.4 | 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 | 67% | 28.57% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 83% | 42.13% | 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 | 33% | 23.91% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 23% | 9.7% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 30% | 14.39% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.69 | 2.65 | 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 | 95% | 87.4% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 261 | 157 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 81.55% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 34% | 33.75% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 32% | 24.6% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 22% | 10.9% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 12.4% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 2.7% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 3.05% | 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 | 0.48 | 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 | 56.3 | 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 | 69% | 35.27% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 87% | 48.86% | 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% | 26.05% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 27% | 14.05% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 28% | 18.5% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.87 | 3.06 | 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 | 95% | 87.35% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 244 | 151 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 84% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 40% | 35.05% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 30% | 26.25% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 18% | 10% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 12.75% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 1.8% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 1.8% | 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 | 0.08 | 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 | 49.7 | 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 | 55% | 29.24% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 78% | 44.52% | 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 | 42% | 20.9% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 26% 9 | 9.95% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 37% 12 | 14.43% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.44 | 2.9 | 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 | 95% | 80.13% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 245 | 144 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 89% | 74.56% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 56% | 42.19% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 32% | 21% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | SP | 0.63% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 10.81% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 2.94% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 2.5% | 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 | -0.05 | 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 | 49.5 | 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 | 55% 4 | 27.48% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 78% 5 | 41.14% | 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 | 42% | 21.86% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 17% 13 | 9.29% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 25% 7 | 14.57% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.46 | 2.61 | 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 | 95% | 82.75% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 250 | 146 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 87% | 71.06% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 28% | 26.94% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 29% | 20.88% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 26% | 11.25% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | 3% | 9.31% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 3.31% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 2.19% | 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 | 48.3 | 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 | 51% | 27.68% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 73% | 39.26% | 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 | 46% | 23.05% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 30% | 14.11% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 32% | 14.95% | 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 | 97% | 82.29% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 249 | 154 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 73.29% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 35% | 33.86% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 29% | 23.79% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 30% | 12.36% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 8.93% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 5.93% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.07% | 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 | 38.47 | 29.96 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 38.32 | 28.19 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 13.30% | 12.49% | 13.67% |
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| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 108 | 303 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 70% | 56.58% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 9% | 9.83% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 17% | 21.67% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 3% | 9.42% | 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 | 41.19 | 33.86 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 40.64 | 31.23 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 20.2% | 15.75% | 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 | 85 | 341 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 66% | 54.67% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 7.5% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 12% | 15.33% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 13% | 11.33% | 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 | 32.06 1 | 27.94 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 31.63 2 | 26.65 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 10.0% | 9.38% | 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 | 54 | 380 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 80% | 57.33% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 8.78% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 13% | 22.67% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 2% | 8.33% | 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 | 31.79 1 | 28.77 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.65 1 | 26.6 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 15.1% | 8.77% | 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 | - | 1 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 42.57% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 6.57% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 23.71% | 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 | 30.41 | 23.58 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.22 | 24.52 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 7.4% | 8.55% | 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 | - | 1 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 55.71% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 9.43% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | - | 21% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 6.29% | 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 | 14th Apr 2025 - 25th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 22nd 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 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 21st Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
16 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Alderbrook School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1