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Beckfoot Thornton
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- Bradford BD13 3BH
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Based on the inspection date: 17 September 2019
Requires Improvement
| The quality of education | Requires Improvement |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Not Previously Inspected |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
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Beckfoot Thornton is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in West Yorkshire, Yorkshire and The Humber.
It has 1344 students from age 11-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 17 : 1.
This school rated Requires Improvement by recent Ofsted inspection.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
B- 0
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-
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B
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| Ofset report | Requires Improvement | - | Good |
| Age range | 11-16 | 11-19 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 17.9 | 9.2 | 17.1 |
| 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 | -0.12 | 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 | 45.6 | 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 | 43% | 33.49% | 32.7% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 64% | 48.04% | 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 | 9% | 29% | 24.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 7% | 11.45% | 12.93% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 7% | 16.51% | 17.08% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.82 | 3.03 | 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 | 90% | 88.06% | 90.41% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 247 | 170 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 83% | 84.26% | 86.28% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 40% | 30.45% | 34.06% |
| School sixth forms | 33% | 34.45% | 30.68% |
| Sixth form colleges | 10% | 12.84% | 10.44% |
| Other education destinations | SP | 6.45% | 11.12% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 1.77% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 2.06% | 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 | -0.31 | 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 | 39.3 | 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 | 29% 4 | 28.54% | 29.2% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 54% 8 | 42.88% | 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 | 40% | 28.34% | 25.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 15% 2 | 9.12% | 11.41% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 27% 9 | 13.9% | 16.42% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.45 | 2.88 | 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 | - | 92.62% | 90.21% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 165 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 87.67% | 84.05% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 29.52% | 33.38% |
| School sixth forms | - | 46.81% | 31.08% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 1.19% | 8.48% |
| Other education destinations | - | 9.95% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.67% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.29% | 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 | -0.49 | 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 | 36.3 | 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 | 25% | 27.62% | 29.12% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 46% | 42.77% | 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 | 37% | 27.18% | 24.65% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 13% | 9.64% | 11.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 18% | 14.82% | 15.92% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.13 | 2.9 | 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 | - | 88.18% | 84.86% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 161 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 83.59% | 73.89% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 25.12% | 28.38% |
| School sixth forms | - | 50.76% | 31.43% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.35% | 9.11% |
| Other education destinations | - | 6.12% | 5.91% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.24% | 2.97% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.24% | 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 | - | 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 | - | 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 | - | 24.44% | 29.45% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 38.92% | 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 | - | 25.5% | 25.18% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 11.92% | 14.63% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 14.06% | 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 | - | 94.53% | 85.18% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 166 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 66.87% | 58.14% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 24.6% | 30.59% |
| School sixth forms | - | 53% | 32.04% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.2% | 9.01% |
| Other education destinations | - | 13.27% | 5.68% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3.73% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.93% | 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 | 28.04 | 26.15 | 33.36 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 29.48 | 26.97 | 32.43 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 9.4% | 14.89% | 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 | 69 | 212 | 249 |
| Students staying in education | 75% | 60.39% | 60.59% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 4.17% | 4.98% |
| Students entering employment | 11% | 8.78% | 17.76% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 0% | 10.44% | 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 | 24.17 4 | 26.43 | 29.34 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 27.17 2 | 25.29 | 28.6 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 6.1% | 7.29% | 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 | - | 238 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | - | 67.06% | 57.23% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 6.65% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | - | 13.18% | 21.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 8.65% | 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 | 28.47 | 26.11 | 28.97 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 29.19 | 24.56 | 28.76 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 13.5% | 9.59% | 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 | - | 1 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 15.13% | 31.71% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 4.25% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 9.81% | 15.82% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 5.06% | 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 | - | 20.16 | 26.71 |
| Average grade | - | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 19.09 | 27.74 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 7.13% | 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 | - | 17.47% | 36.45% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 3.27% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | - | 12.27% | 20.08% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 7.07% | 4.25% |
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