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Cansfield High School
- Secondary
- Wigan WN4 9TP
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
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Academic Progress: Most pupils achieve well due to improvements in the curriculum.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils have positive attitudes towards learning and respect each other.
Qualifications and Training: Most teachers use strong subject knowledge to design effective learning activities.
Current Educational Practices: Staff are equipped with strategies to adapt their teaching, especially for SEND pupils.
Strengths and Challenges: Some learning activities do not allow deep enough coverage of content.
Communication: School provides regular updates through meetings and events.
Parent Satisfaction: Most parents are satisfied with the school's performance.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents can give feedback via Ofsted Parent View.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Pupils take pride in advocating for their peers through the student parliament.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Governors provide appropriate support and challenge for improvement.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Pupils understand routines and behave well; few disruptions.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: School promotes safety from risks like knife crime but lacks cultural awareness activities.
Extracurricular Offerings: Wide range of activities including dance and outdoor adventures.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Activities enrich pupils’ learning and nurture their personal development.
Outdoor Facilities: Outdoor adventure activities build resilience.
Career Counselling Services: Regular ‘career fair’ exposes pupils to various options.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Pupils are well-informed about their next steps in education.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Well-trained staff identify and support SEND needs effectively.
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Cansfield High School is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Greater Manchester, North West.
It has 1055 students from age 11-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1.
At this school, 39% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Being the head teacher of Cansfield High School makes me incredibly proud. Cansfield is an inclusive 11–16 secondary school, and each member of our staff does their best to give the children who make up the foundation of our community a high standard of education, care, and support. At Cansfield, we have high expectations for each and every one of our kids. Our kids arrive on time, rarely miss class, take pride in wearing their uniforms, and apply themselves wholeheartedly to all of their subjects. Additionally, we appreciate and applaud their accomplishments in all facets of their lives, including athletics, music, and extracurricular groups, and we encourage them to develop their skills outside of the classroom. Our pupils form close friendships with other students and have excellent interactions with the faculty. Every student is treated as an individual by staff, which is unquestionably the distinguishing feature of our school. Our pupils are important to us, and they always have people to turn to if they have problems or want to celebrate a success. Every student at Cansfield High School has a sense of belonging, which enables us to get the most out of them and provide them a solid foundation that will enable them to be successful in life. I'm hoping the details on these pages will help you get a sense of what our school is like and the various opportunities we offer. Please don't hesitate to get in touch with me if you need more details via email ([email protected]) or by calling the school and setting up a meeting. I look forward to speaking with you in person soon.
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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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A-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Outstanding |
| Age range | 11-16 | 11-18 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 15.7 | - | 15.7 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 39% | 63% | 56% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | 11.60% | - |
| 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 | -0.28 | 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 | 47.2 | 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 | 39% | 26.43% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 64% | 42.54% | 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 | 48% | 21.39% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 13% | 7.04% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 23% | 11.04% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.98 | 2.64 | 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 | 96% | 88.18% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 193 | 157 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 87% | 78% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 47% | 36.14% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 1% | 4.55% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 39% | 27.73% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 9.64% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 5.36% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 6% | 5.05% | 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 | 0.11 | 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 | 53.5 | 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 | 60% | 30.32% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 73% | 43.93% | 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 | 43% | 19.29% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 24% | 9.71% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 34% | 12.39% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.62 | 2.73 | 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% | 89.59% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 185 | 150 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 88% | 83.05% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 45% | 39.41% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 1% | 5.32% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 41% | 28.27% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 10.09% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 3.32% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 3.27% | 2.13% |
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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 | -0.37 | 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 | 44.8 | 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 | 37% 4 | 27.24% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 64% 8 | 44.6% | 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 | 12% | 18.56% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 7% 3 | 8.04% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 9% 9 | 12.24% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.81 | 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 | 93% | 87.37% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 174 | 144 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 82% | 76.89% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 35% | 32.53% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 2% | 6.63% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 44% | 27.32% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 10.37% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 5.74% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 4.89% | 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 | -0.5 | 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 | 41.4 | 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 | 33% 4 | 26.36% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 56% 10 | 43.23% | 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 | 26% | 16.91% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 10% 8 | 7.5% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 18% 4 | 11.91% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.56 | 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 | 96% | 86.24% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 190 | 149 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 84% | 65.71% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 40% | 28.18% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | - | 3.35% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 39% | 31.06% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 5.06% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 8% | 5.12% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 4.18% | 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 | -0.29 | 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 | 45.4 | 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 | 37% | 25.14% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 66% | 42.71% | 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 | 29% | 18.9% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 18% | 10.33% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 22% | 12.19% | 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 | 87% | 86.06% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 199 | 156 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 85% | 68.47% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 38% | 29.71% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | - | 6.24% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 39% | 29.24% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 11.12% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 16% | 8.47% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 3.53% | 2.45% |
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st Oct 2024 - 25th Oct 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 21st Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 20th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 26th Oct 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 20th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
15 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Cansfield High School
Local authority ratio 20 : 1