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Barnard Castle School
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- Barnard Castle DL12 8UN
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Support for Pupils Falling Behind: SEND and EAL pupils make strong progress supported by mentoring and tutorials.
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Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: Bullying prevention is effective, safeguarding policies are well-implemented.
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Barnard Castle School is a All-through, Co-Ed, Multi-faith school located in County Durham, North East.
It has 698 students from age 4-19 yr.
Tuition fee £2,988 to £5,665 for the highest grade offered.
At this school, 0% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
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Barnard Castle School is an independent boarding and day school for girls and boys aged 4-18.
Daily life at Barney – as our school is affectionately known – is characterised by an inclusive, friendly family atmosphere where children feel part of a purposeful community and are able to excel both inside and outside the classroom. We promote a sense of pride, endeavour and tremendous fun within a nurturing environment, supported by first class facilities and resulting in an excellent academic record.
In 1900 a wall in school was inscribed with a quotation from writings by John Ruskin: “That country is the richest which nourishes the greatest number of noble and happy human beings.” If there is one word that we hear used often to describe the atmosphere at Barney, it is “happy”. Ruskin’s words may have been covered in successive layers of paint, but his message has survived and is embodied in our boys and girls every day. Our pupils are wonderful, creative, confident, compassionate and polite young people who are full of humour and spirit, supported by dedicated staff who know and value each and every one as an individual.
The school’s ethos of openness means that we welcome parents, former pupils and friends of the school to join our community, and we encourage families to visit us and experience for themselves our welcoming and happy atmosphere.
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Daily life at Barney – as our school is affectionately known – is characterised by an inclusive, friendly family atmosphere where children feel part of a purposeful community and are able to excel both inside and outside the classroom. We promote a sense of pride, endeavour and tremendous fun within a nurturing environment, supported by first class facilities and resulting in an excellent academic record.
In 1900 a wall in school was inscribed with a quotation from writings by John Ruskin: “That country is the richest which nourishes the greatest number of noble and happy human beings.” If there is one word that we hear used often to describe the atmosphere at Barney, it is “happy”. Ruskin’s words may have been covered in successive layers of paint, but his message has survived and is embodied in our boys and girls every day. Our pupils are wonderful, creative, confident, compassionate and polite young people who are full of humour and spirit, supported by dedicated staff who know and value each and every one as an individual.
The school’s ethos of openness means that we welcome parents, former pupils and friends of the school to join our community, and we encourage families to visit us and experience for themselves our welcoming and happy atmosphere.
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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 | 4-19 | 4-19 | 3-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Girls | Co-Ed |
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| Student teacher ratio | - | - | - |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 0% | 92% | 0% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 5.50% | 38.00% | 21.30% |
| Day Fees | £2,988 to £5,665 | £2,446 to £5,106 | £2,079 to £5,878 |
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 | 41.8 | 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 | 0% | 29.65% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 44% | 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 | 0% | 22.49% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 11.14% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 15.74% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.58 | 2.91 | 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 | - | 89.44% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 134 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 79.67% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 42.56% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | - | 26.44% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 3.14% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | - | 7.56% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 4.92% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 4.97% | 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 | 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 | 0% | 32.63% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 46.6% | 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 | 0% | 19.28% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 11.67% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 15.28% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.78 | 3.03 | 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 | - | 85.89% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 128 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 79.83% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 44.89% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | - | 28.29% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 3.37% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | - | 3.43% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.94% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3% | 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 | 28.4 | 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 | 0% | 26% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 39.28% | 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 | 0% | 19.19% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 8.97% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 12.61% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 1.83 | 2.5 | 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 | - | 83.79% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 118 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 76.5% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 42.96% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | - | 26.04% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 2.71% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | - | 4.75% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 4.79% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.67% | 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 | 16.6 | 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 | 0% | 25.21% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 37.27% | 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% | 18.24% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 8.94% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 12.76% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 1.03 | 2.39 | 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 | - | 82.23% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 127 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 68.59% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 36.95% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | - | 27.45% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.91% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 5.05% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 1.91% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 0.95% | 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 | 27.7 | 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 | 0% | 20.87% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 32.1% | 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 | 0% | 17.68% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 10.9% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 12.03% | 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 | - | 78.29% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 125 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 50.9% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 35.67% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | - | 25.71% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 2.48% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 2.67% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 5% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.95% | 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 | 31.05 | 27.83 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.18 | 28.85 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 5.50% | 12.93% | 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 | - | 157 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | - | 49.94% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 10.88% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | - | 21.94% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 14.06% | 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 | 34.82 | 32.81 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 35.77 | 33.85 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 13.5% | 20.01% | 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 | - | 224 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | - | 52.44% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 9.31% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | - | 21.13% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 15.13% | 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 | 30.25 | 28.06 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 28.92 3 | 26.26 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 6.5% | 14.87% | 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 | - | 259 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | - | 49.86% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 13.57% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | - | 19.36% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 12.79% | 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 | 30.71 2 | 27.89 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 31.76 2 | 26.72 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 16.7% | 11.61% | 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 | - | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 25.77% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 10.23% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 15% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 4.62% | 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 | 32.22 | 23.03 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 29.25 | 24.77 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 15.0% | 11.35% | 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 | - | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 35.25% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 10.92% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | - | 19.42% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 11.67% | 4.23% |
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
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| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 24th Feb 2025 - 28th 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 - 2nd Sep 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 23rd Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 1st Mar 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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