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Bedford High School
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Bedford High School
- Secondary
- Wigan WN7 2LU
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| Previous inspection | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Achievement of pupils | Good |
| Quality of teaching | Good |
| Behaviour and safety of pupils | Good |
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Bedford High School is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Greater Manchester, North West.
It has 1081 students from age 11-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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We appreciate you visiting our website. I hope you appreciate learning about our school and the values we uphold. Our school prides itself on its unwavering pursuit of the highest standards, and we are committed to giving every student in our care the greatest education possible. Our principles, To Care, To Learn, To Achieve, serve as the foundation for our students' experiences and the approaches we take to teaching and learning. You are more than welcome to come see us. Please give me a call, and I'll arrange for one of my senior staff members or myself to welcome you to our school. We are eager to meet you.
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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+
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B
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B-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Requires Improvement |
| Age range | 11-16 | 11-18 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 15 | 17.6 | 16.3 |
| 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 | -0.38 | 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 | 42.4 | 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 | 40% | 29.28% | 32.7% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 64% | 42.41% | 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 | 24% | 18.62% | 24.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 15% | 9.38% | 12.93% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 19% | 11.97% | 17.08% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.86 | 2.63 | 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 | 91% | 89.59% | 90.41% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 164 | 150 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 84% | 83.05% | 86.28% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 65% | 39.41% | 34.06% |
| School sixth forms | 2% | 5.32% | 30.68% |
| Sixth form colleges | 16% | 28.27% | 10.44% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 10.09% | 11.12% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 3.32% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 3.27% | 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 | -0.41 | 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 | 39.4 | 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 | 26% 4 | 27.24% | 29.2% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 53% 1 | 44.6% | 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 | 7% | 18.56% | 25.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 3% | 8.04% | 11.41% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 6% 3 | 12.24% | 16.42% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.25 | 2.69 | 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% | 87.37% | 90.21% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 123 | 144 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 76% | 76.89% | 84.05% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 53% | 32.53% | 33.38% |
| School sixth forms | 5% | 6.63% | 31.08% |
| Sixth form colleges | 17% | 27.32% | 8.48% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 10.37% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 8% | 5.74% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 7% | 4.89% | 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 | -0.56 | 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 | 40.4 | 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 | 30% | 26.36% | 29.12% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 52% 6 | 43.23% | 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 | 5% | 16.91% | 24.65% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 3% 4 | 7.5% | 11.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 3% 5 | 11.91% | 15.92% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.22 | 2.7 | 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 | 87% | 86.24% | 84.86% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 191 | 149 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 74% | 65.71% | 73.89% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 46% | 28.18% | 28.38% |
| School sixth forms | - | 3.35% | 31.43% |
| Sixth form colleges | 22% | 31.06% | 9.11% |
| Other education destinations | - | 5.06% | 5.91% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 5.12% | 2.97% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 7% | 4.18% | 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 | -0.1 | 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 | 43.6 | 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 | 30% | 25.14% | 29.45% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 58% | 42.71% | 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 | 11% | 18.9% | 25.18% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 7% | 10.33% | 14.63% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 8% | 12.19% | 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 | 89% | 86.06% | 85.18% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 215 | 156 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 83% | 68.47% | 58.14% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 60% | 29.71% | 30.59% |
| School sixth forms | - | 6.24% | 32.04% |
| Sixth form colleges | 15% | 29.24% | 9.01% |
| Other education destinations | - | 11.12% | 5.68% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 13% | 8.47% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 6% | 3.53% | 2.46% |
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Holidays 2023/24
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 23rd Oct 2023 - 27th Oct 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 - 22nd Oct 2023 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 28th Oct 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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