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Cheltenham Bournside School and Sixth Form Centre
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Cheltenham Bournside School and Sixth Form Centre
- Secondary
- Cheltenham GL51 3EF
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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 | Good |
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Academic Progress: Pupils excel in subjects and are well-prepared for the next stage of their education.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Most pupils show respect to each other and adults, with bullying being rare.
Qualifications and Training: Staff well-being and curriculum knowledge are paramount, maintaining high teaching standards.
Current Educational Practices: The headteacher supports staff in updating educational practices.
Strengths and Challenges: Staff care and respect lead to positive pupil behaviour; however, some curriculum areas need improvement for disadvantaged pupils.
Opportunities for Involvement: Numerous extra-curricular activities allow for parent engagement.
Communication: Leaders ensure regular communication with parents via numerous channels.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents are generally happy with the school's approach to education and welfare.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Staff listen and address concerns seriously, fostering a sense of safety.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders review the curriculum regularly and have implemented several changes successfully.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying is rare and dealt with swiftly by staff.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: The school prioritizes pupil welfare and implements effective safeguarding measures.
Extracurricular Offerings: Numerous sporting and cultural activities are popular among students.
Career Counselling Services: Pupils receive careers guidance from Year 7 onwards, including an annual careers fair.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Some subjects need better adaptation for pupils with special educational needs.
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About Us
Cheltenham Bournside School and Sixth Form Centre is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Gloucestershire, South West.
It has 1828 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 17 : 1.
At this school, 55% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
93.90% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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I offer you a very warm welcome to our school. Choosing the right school for your child is an enormous decision and I hope this website will provide you with sufficient information to decide whether Bournside is a place that is suited to your child. I have been fortunate enough to spend the past seven years of my career at the school and it is a truly remarkable place.
My educational philosophy centres around two main principles. First, that every student is unique and has particular strengths, talents and areas in which they are able to develop and grow. Secondly, that all students should feel successful in their learning and have an entitlement to learn in a safe, stimulating, inclusive environment, supported by highly committed and motivated staff, in order to achieve their potential and prepare effectively for adult life.
I am a firm believer in making our school open to prospective parents/carers and invite you to come and spend some time with me and see our school on a normal school day.
Please telephone (01242) 235555 to make an appointment or simply email [email protected]
Having taught and led in a variety of other schools across the county and country, when I drive or cycle to school each day, I know that I am incredibly privileged to be coming to a very special place.
Gareth Burton
Headteacher
Our mission
We have high aspirations for every individual and support each other to be the best they can be.
Our vision
Empowering lives through learning
Our values
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My educational philosophy centres around two main principles. First, that every student is unique and has particular strengths, talents and areas in which they are able to develop and grow. Secondly, that all students should feel successful in their learning and have an entitlement to learn in a safe, stimulating, inclusive environment, supported by highly committed and motivated staff, in order to achieve their potential and prepare effectively for adult life.
I am a firm believer in making our school open to prospective parents/carers and invite you to come and spend some time with me and see our school on a normal school day.
Please telephone (01242) 235555 to make an appointment or simply email [email protected]
Having taught and led in a variety of other schools across the county and country, when I drive or cycle to school each day, I know that I am incredibly privileged to be coming to a very special place.
Gareth Burton
Headteacher
Our mission
We have high aspirations for every individual and support each other to be the best they can be.
Our vision
Empowering lives through learning
Our values
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
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| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-19 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 17.9 | - | 17.2 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 55% | 98% | 40% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 10.00% | 35.00% | 6.10% |
| 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 | 0.52 | 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 | 52.4 | 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 | 55% | 34.75% | 29.96% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 77% | 48.12% | 42.99% |
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 | 23% | 20.78% | 25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 13% | 11.49% | 10.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 16% | 15.22% | 15.47% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.43 | 3.11 | 2.82 |
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% | 87.92% | 90.52% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 255 | 132 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 87% | 79.96% | 84.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 30% | 24.96% | 32.75% |
| School sixth forms | 47% | 39.88% | 29.73% |
| Sixth form colleges | 9% | 9.83% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 5.44% | 11.48% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 3.31% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 4.63% | 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 | -0.03 | 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 | 49.9 | 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 | 50% | 38.22% | 32.78% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 68% | 50.3% | 45.26% |
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 | 22% | 21.7% | 24.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 10% | 14.13% | 12.99% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 15% | 17.79% | 17.14% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.07 | 3.32 | 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 | 94% | 93.07% | 90.39% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 261 | 135 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 89% | 87.76% | 86.27% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 33% | 30.11% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 55% | 42.57% | 30.75% |
| Sixth form colleges | 1% | 8.17% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | SP | 6.87% | 11.13% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 2.72% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 2.65% | 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 | -0.26 | 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 | 35% 1 | 35.72% | 29.24% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 63% 1 | 50.93% | 43.34% |
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% | 26.21% | 25.76% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 5% 5 | 13.95% | 11.44% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 8% 6 | 19.54% | 16.45% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.78 | 3.32 | 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 | 97% | 95.1% | 90.21% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 247 | 144 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 89% | 86.82% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 30% | 26.31% | 33.3% |
| School sixth forms | 57% | 46.21% | 31.15% |
| Sixth form colleges | 1% | 8.33% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 5.9% | 11.19% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 5.03% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 3.21% | 2.76% |
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 | -0.15 | 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 | 46.6 | 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 | 36% 4 | 37.51% | 29.18% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 64% 3 | 52.32% | 42.58% |
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 | 22% | 26.95% | 24.69% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 10% 7 | 15.36% | 11.29% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 14% 4 | 20.29% | 15.97% |
| EBacc average points score | 4 | 3.36 | 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 | 97% | 85.7% | 84.86% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 268 | 145 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 92% | 73.68% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 30% | 22.7% | 28.32% |
| School sixth forms | 60% | 44.73% | 31.51% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 6.85% | 9.07% |
| Other education destinations | - | 1.55% | 5.94% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 3.78% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 2.6% | 2.06% |
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 | -0.08 | 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 | 47.8 | 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 | 40% | 37.33% | 29.51% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 67% | 52.02% | 43.04% |
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 | 28% | 28% | 25.21% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 17% | 18.44% | 14.68% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 18% | 19.85% | 16.23% |
| 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 | 97% | 89.56% | 85.23% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 266 | 151 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 94% | 58.87% | 58.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 33% | 28.46% | 30.56% |
| School sixth forms | 59% | 45.67% | 32.11% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 6.56% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 1.62% | 5.75% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 6.18% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 3.23% | 2.46% |
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 | 33.23 | 30.9 | 29.99 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.43 | 31.28 | 29.55 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 10.00% | 15.04% | 13.64% |
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 | 176 | 194 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 49% | 53.62% | 58.59% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 6.62% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 33% | 28.38% | 21.14% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 7.97% | 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 | 38.53 | 37.31 | 33.4 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 38.04 | 34.79 | 32.48 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 12.6% | 20.38% | 17.69% |
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 | 175 | 218 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 50% | 52.75% | 60.66% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 12% | 6.54% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 27% | 26.64% | 17.72% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 9.64% | 10.7% |
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 | 31.40 2 | 32.68 | 29.38 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.11 1 | 32.52 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 12.8% | 16.01% | 13.04% |
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 | 153 | 223 | 231 |
| Students staying in education | 55% | 56% | 57.28% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 9% | 7.36% | 7.78% |
| Students entering employment | 28% | 25.96% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 4% | 6.56% | 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 | 29.89 | 32.2 | 29.02 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 31.79 1 | 32.47 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 7.2% | 16.13% | 13.34% |
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 | 9 | 7 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 37 | 39.96% | 31.48% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 2% | 6.4% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 27% | 22.68% | 15.8% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 3.44% | 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 | 29.21 | 31.67 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.29 | 33.06 | 27.74 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 3.6% | 15.13% | 12.63% |
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 | 4 | 9 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 39 | 39.6% | 36.22% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 6.84% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 24% | 23.84% | 20.04% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 3% | 4.16% | 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
17 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Cheltenham Bournside School and Sixth Form Centre
Local authority ratio 17 : 1
