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Astley Community High School
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Astley Community High School
- Secondary
- Seaton Valley NE25 0BP
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | 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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Astley Community High School is a top rated, Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Northumberland County, North East.
It has 563 students from age 13-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 13 : 1.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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to get to know each child as a whole young person both intellectually and pastorally.
to work toward everyone becoming their best selves and happy of their accomplishments.
Every lesson that we teach as a Federation centres around teaching and learning.
You and your child will receive unmatched support.
We will use every effort to help your child adjust to the school and succeed to the fullest extent possible.
Our Federation can be summed up as schools that are big enough to have an effect yet small enough to care.
A set of basic beliefs is shared by all three schools in the Seaton Valley Federation.
All members of the school community, including students, staff, volunteers, governors, and parents, are required to exhibit the core principles listed below.
demonstrate initiative and make a constructive contribution to the school community, the neighbourhood community, and society at large.
respect England's democratic values as well as the democratic rule of law.
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to work toward everyone becoming their best selves and happy of their accomplishments.
Every lesson that we teach as a Federation centres around teaching and learning.
You and your child will receive unmatched support.
We will use every effort to help your child adjust to the school and succeed to the fullest extent possible.
Our Federation can be summed up as schools that are big enough to have an effect yet small enough to care.
A set of basic beliefs is shared by all three schools in the Seaton Valley Federation.
All members of the school community, including students, staff, volunteers, governors, and parents, are required to exhibit the core principles listed below.
demonstrate initiative and make a constructive contribution to the school community, the neighbourhood community, and society at large.
respect England's democratic values as well as the democratic rule of law.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools |
| Snobe grade |
B 0
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B-
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C+
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Requires Improvement |
| Age range | 13-18 | 9-18 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 13.3 | 14.8 | 15.2 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
Secondary Exam Result
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 | -0.24 | 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 | 43.2 | 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 | 41% | 24.04% | 32.7% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 60% | 35.79% | 45.2% |
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 | 7% | 16.21% | 24.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 3% | 6.75% | 12.93% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 6% | 9.21% | 17.08% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.54 | 2.32 | 2.96 |
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% | 85.04% | 90.41% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 137 | 125 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 88% | 78.61% | 86.28% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 31% | 33% | 34.06% |
| School sixth forms | 56% | 30.91% | 30.68% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0% | 10.44% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 14.74% | 11.12% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 2.61% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 3.91% | 2.15% |
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 | -0.1 | 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 | 46.2 | 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 | 43% 3 | 21.04% | 29.2% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 69% 1 | 34% | 43.33% |
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 | 4% | 13.83% | 25.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 4% | 4.96% | 11.41% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 4% 1 | 7.08% | 16.42% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.63 | 2.27 | 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 | 91% | 81.35% | 90.21% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 143 | 126 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 84% | 73.47% | 84.05% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 27% | 27.65% | 33.38% |
| School sixth forms | 55% | 29.35% | 31.08% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0% | 8.48% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 16.47% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 4.41% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 3.29% | 2.77% |
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 | 47.6 | 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 | 40% 11 | 19.17% | 29.12% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 68% 15 | 29.3% | 42.55% |
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 | 8% | 12.39% | 24.65% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 4% 1 | 4.87% | 11.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 5% 2 | 6.91% | 15.92% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.67 | 1.98 | 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 | 93% | 74.24% | 84.86% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 132 | 127 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 82% | 63.41% | 73.89% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 21% | 21.76% | 28.38% |
| School sixth forms | 61% | 31% | 31.43% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0% | 9.11% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 10.12% | 5.91% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 8% | 4.47% | 2.97% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 3.53% | 2.07% |
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 | -0.25 | 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 | 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 | 29% | 18.5% | 29.45% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 53% | 30.55% | 43.01% |
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 | 7% | 14.15% | 25.18% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 3% | 7% | 14.63% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 3% | 8.1% | 16.18% |
| 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% | 77.35% | 85.18% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 156 | 134 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 52.82% | 58.14% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 29% | 23.53% | 30.59% |
| School sixth forms | 63% | 33.59% | 32.04% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0% | 9.01% |
| Other education destinations | - | 9.18% | 5.68% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 13% | 5.59% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.06% | 2.46% |
A level exam result
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 | 30.92 | 35.1 | 33.36 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 30 | 35.35 | 32.43 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 16.88% | 17.63% |
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 | 78 | 93 | 249 |
| Students staying in education | 41% | 56.5% | 60.59% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 14% | 7.93% | 4.98% |
| Students entering employment | 27% | 17.64% | 17.76% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 18% | 14.36% | 10.71% |
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 | 30.07 1 | 29.48 | 29.34 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 37.44 14 | 32.64 | 28.6 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 30.8% | 17.51% | 12.99% |
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 | 90 | 103 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 49% | 55.09% | 57.23% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 19% | 13.64% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 15% | 17.36% | 21.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 11% | 8.91% | 8.81% |
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 | 31.12 2 | 28.87 | 28.97 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 23.73 9 | 30.58 | 28.76 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 14.3% | 12.27% | 13.27% |
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 | 11 | 16.18% | 31.71% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 20% | 11.27% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 17% | 18.09% | 15.82% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 4.55% | 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 | 29.6 | 24.51 | 26.71 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.19 | 29.27 | 27.74 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 6.3% | 10.56% | 12.59% |
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 | 6 | 15.64% | 36.45% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 24% | 9.91% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 12% | 15.82% | 20.08% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 3.45% | 4.25% |
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Holidays 2023/24
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 30th Oct 2023 - 3rd Nov 2023 |
| Winter Holidays | 25th Dec 2023 - 5th Jan 2024 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 19th Feb 2024 - 23rd Feb 2024 |
| Spring Holidays | 29th Mar 2024 - 12th Apr 2024 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 27th May 2024 - 31st May 2024 |
| Summer Holidays | 22nd Jul 2024 - 30th Aug 2024 |
Terms Dates 2023/24
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th Sep 2023 - 29th Oct 2023 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 4th Nov 2023 - 24th Dec 2023 |
| Spring Term | 6th Jan 2024 - 18th Feb 2024 |
| Spring Term-2 | 24th Feb 2024 - 28th Mar 2024 |
| Summer Term | 13th Apr 2024 - 26th May 2024 |
| Summer Term-2 | 1st Jun 2024 - 21st Jul 2024 |
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