State School
The Chase
- Secondary
- Malvern WR14 3NZ
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
| Sixth-form provision | Outstanding |
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Academic Progress: Pupils achieve very well at The Chase.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Most pupils behave very well in lessons and around the school.
Current Educational Practices: Teachers adapt curriculum plans well to make sure all pupils can access the learning.
Strengths and Challenges: A minority of staff do not implement the behaviour policy consistently.
Opportunities for Involvement: Pupils are actively involved in many aspects of school life.
Communication: Parents appreciate the support that staff provide for pupils’ mental health and well-being.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders have created ambitious curriculum plans.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders set high expectations. Most staff step in quickly when necessary.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Staff will sort bullying out if it happens.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Pupils understand how to keep themselves safe, including online.
Extracurricular Offerings: There is something for everyone including kayaking and scuba diving.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Staff make sure that pupils with SEND participate in after-school clubs.
Career Counselling Services: Independent careers advice is a strength of the school.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Almost all pupils go onto their chosen next steps in employment, education or training.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Pupils with SEND make strong progress.
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About Us
The Chase is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Worcestershire, West Midlands.
It has 1408 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.
At this school, 45% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
96.80% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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We hope you gain an understanding of what it means to be a member of this school community in the middle of Malvern's picturesque surroundings.
I'm excited to share with you information about our school and our goals for the education of our students.
Young people's futures are greatly influenced by their education, so we want to work with you and your child to make sure they achieve their objectives while they are enrolled at The Chase.
As the headteacher, I am dedicated to upholding The Chase's strong traditions and ethos while ensuring that the school continues to offer top-notch experiences that best represent 21st-century learning.
Our work and ideals for the young people in our care are underpinned by our goal that all pupils be "motivated to learn and to succeed."
As a result, we have high standards for all of our students and will push them to reach their maximum potential in order to make sure they are ready for life after school.
Their success depends on your assistance, and our school is dedicated to collaborating with you, paying attention to your concerns, and standing by your family as your kid develops academically and personally.
Above all, we want our students to enjoy both their time at The Chase and their education.
Students' lives can be significantly enriched by their time at The Chase.
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I'm excited to share with you information about our school and our goals for the education of our students.
Young people's futures are greatly influenced by their education, so we want to work with you and your child to make sure they achieve their objectives while they are enrolled at The Chase.
As the headteacher, I am dedicated to upholding The Chase's strong traditions and ethos while ensuring that the school continues to offer top-notch experiences that best represent 21st-century learning.
Our work and ideals for the young people in our care are underpinned by our goal that all pupils be "motivated to learn and to succeed."
As a result, we have high standards for all of our students and will push them to reach their maximum potential in order to make sure they are ready for life after school.
Their success depends on your assistance, and our school is dedicated to collaborating with you, paying attention to your concerns, and standing by your family as your kid develops academically and personally.
Above all, we want our students to enjoy both their time at The Chase and their education.
Students' lives can be significantly enriched by their time at The Chase.
Please get in touch if you want to follow up your virtual tour with a physical one.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
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| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 18.9 | - | 17.9 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 45% | 98% | 50% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 16.20% | 35.00% | 23.50% |
| 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 | 0.06 | 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 | 49.4 | 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 | 45% | 25.84% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 71% | 38.17% | 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 | 35% | 22.83% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 16% | 8.17% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 26% | 12.38% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.37 | 2.68 | 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 | 94% | 94.97% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 224 | 150 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 85% | 86.8% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 20% | 30.83% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 57% | 26.91% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 8% | 13.86% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 15.09% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 3.71% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 7% | 4.51% | 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 | 0.05 | 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 | 53.6 | 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 | 51% | 27.6% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 74% | 39.97% | 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% | 23.41% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 27% | 11.03% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 36% | 15.74% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.85 | 2.75 | 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 | 97% | 91.31% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 197 | 146 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 95% | 86.26% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 28% | 33.34% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 55% | 27.8% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 12% | 13.2% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 11.89% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 2.29% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 2.77% | 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 | 0.05 | 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 | 52.9 | 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 | 52% 1 | 25.21% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 72% 2 | 40.9% | 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 | 29% | 27.37% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 20% 3 | 9.65% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 23% 3 | 15.88% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.65 | 2.87 | 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 | 94% | 94.71% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 212 | 142 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 87% | 87.53% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 28% | 34.44% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 54% | 26.38% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 4% | 12.59% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 14.18% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 4.44% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 2.97% | 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 | 0.12 | 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 | 51.1 | 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 | 53% 3 | 27.98% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 70% 1 | 42.12% | 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 | 31% | 25.18% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 23% 6 | 9.76% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 26% 5 | 14.78% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.5 | 2.97 | 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 | 98% | 87.15% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 268 | 146 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 77.62% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 32% | 26.71% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 37% | 28.79% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 9.15% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 9.06% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 3.47% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 2.32% | 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 | -0.18 | 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 | 48.5 | 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 | 50% | 29.08% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 69% | 43.18% | 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 | 46% | 25.26% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 29% | 13.44% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 31% | 15.08% | 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 | 93% | 90.24% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 257 | 151 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 87% | 67.35% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 23% | 28.44% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 51% | 30.03% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 10.85% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 7.65% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 8% | 5.38% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 7% | 3.26% | 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 | 37.13 | 29.14 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 36.98 | 28.64 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 16.20% | 12.04% | 13.67% |
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| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 124 | 130 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 54% | 51.67% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 6.71% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 33% | 27.83% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 4% | 9.75% | 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 | 40.99 | 33.19 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 40.87 | 32.66 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 27.2% | 17.06% | 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 | 131 | 168 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 45% | 56.67% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 6.67% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 34% | 21.63% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 11% | 11.13% | 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 | 37.10 5 | 28.82 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 37.40 3 | 27.59 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 29.1% | 11.29% | 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 | 137 | 135 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 60% | 54.91% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 8% | 11.3% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 21% | 21.17% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 8.52% | 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 | 32.53 1 | 29.22 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 34.34 3 | 30.91 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 11.8% | 11.79% | 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 | 21 | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 45 | 24.57% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 7% | 8.91% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 27% | 20.61% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 2.17% | 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 | 33.6 | 27.51 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 37.81 | 28.61 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 25.0% | 12.08% | 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 | 21 | 1 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 32 | 27.45% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 7% | 9.59% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 25% | 24.36% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 3.32% | 4.23% |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 14th Apr 2025 - 25th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 22nd Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 21st Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
18 : 1
Student teacher ratio at The Chase
Local authority ratio 18 : 1