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Cowley International College
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- St. Helens WA10 6PN
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Requires Improvement |
| 16 to 19 study programmes | Good |
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Behaviour and Attitudes: Generally behave well in lessons; rare bullying
Academic Progress: Historically, insufficient progress; recent attainment increases
Qualifications and Training: Regular training and performance evaluations
Current Educational Practices: Focus on quality of teaching and outcomes
Strengths and Challenges: Effective support for new teachers; some variability in teaching impact
Opportunities for Involvement: Strongly supported by parents
Parent Satisfaction: Majority value the school's work highly
Communication: Some parents feel communication could improve
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders ensure pupils feel safe; confident in issue resolution
Actions for Quality Improvement: Improved rates of progress in key subjects
Managing Bullying and Safety: Pupils feel safe; safeguarding effective
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Close work with external partners; well supported
Extracurricular Offerings: Extensive range including sports, supported by staff
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Staff determination to give best experience
Outdoor Facilities: High presence of staff ensures order
Career Counselling Services: Clear impact on improving career information accessibility
Preparation for Sixth Form: Appropriate balance of vocational and academic courses
Managing and Supporting SEND: Special needs support leads to similar progress rates
Subjects Offered: Broad range of academic and vocational courses
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Cowley International College is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Merseyside, North West.
It has 1481 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 14 : 1.
At this school, 27% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
87.10% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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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+
|
A
|
B
|
| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-19 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 14.6 | - | 15.4 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 27% | 34% | 24% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 10.00% | - | - |
| 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 | -0.77 | 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 | 39.9 | 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 | 27% | 21.13% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 50% | 32.38% | 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% | 19% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 13% | 6.38% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 22% | 10.19% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.39 | 2.06 | 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 | 87% | 77.78% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 238 | 154 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 81% | 67.67% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 21% | 25.56% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 55% | 18.11% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 4% | 12.56% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 11.56% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 2.67% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 7.67% | 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 | -0.26 | 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 | 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 | 39% | 23.14% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 60% | 33.43% | 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 | 40% | 15.57% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 19% | 6.71% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 28% | 9.5% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.84 | 1.99 | 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 | 89% | 92.22% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 238 | 146 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 83% | 86.67% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 22% | 26.67% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 53% | 20.78% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 8% | 14% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 25.33% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 1.56% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 4.11% | 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 | 0.01 | 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 | 47.7 | 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 | 38% 2 | 21.21% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 59% 3 | 35.79% | 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 | 41% | 19.21% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 11% | 6.43% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 20% 2 | 10.93% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.71 | 2.16 | 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% | 84.45% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 210 | 112 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 86% | 76.36% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 18% | 23.82% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 63% | 19.64% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 4% | 11% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | SP | 21.82% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 3.27% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 4.73% | 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 | -0.3 | 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 | 46.8 | 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 | 36% 2 | 23.93% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 62% 3 | 35.57% | 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 | 47% | 19.57% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 11% 8 | 8.57% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 22% 1 | 12.57% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.81 | 2.23 | 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 | 91% | 84.45% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 198 | 121 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 85% | 68.82% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 25% | 30.18% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 54% | 17.27% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 8.36% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 8.18% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 3.27% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 2.45% | 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 | -0.24 | 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 | 46.4 | 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 | 34% | 18.92% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 65% | 28.42% | 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 | 55% | 14.08% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 19% | 5.5% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 21% | 5.83% | 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% | 74.13% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 223 | 109 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 88% | 43.5% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 26% | 21.38% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 54% | 11.13% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 6% | 9.13% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 8.13% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 3.75% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 2.88% | 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 | 26.54 | 25.89 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 28.56 | 26.85 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 10.00% | 11.35% | 13.67% |
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| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 116 | 317 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 56% | 47.83% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 7.67% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 22% | 26.5% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 13% | 15% | 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 | 30.06 | 28.83 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 30 | 29.73 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 8.6% | 12.28% | 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 | 153 | 423 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 48% | 55.67% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 8% | 7.67% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 23% | 17.5% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 14% | 14.83% | 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 | 25.83 | 29.21 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 18.97 | 24.42 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 1.5% | 5.7% | 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 | 148 | 319 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 49% | 45.43% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 8% | 10.71% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 20% | 27.29% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 17% | 10.57% | 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 | 25.13 3 | 26.7 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 18.95 12 | 23.57 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 3.9% | 5.66% | 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 | - | 10 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 27 | 36.43% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 12% | 8.14% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 22% | 17.14% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 7.43% | 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 | 28.19 | 20.61 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 30 | 23.2 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 5.6% | 3.16% | 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 | - | 7 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 37 | 49.2% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 7% | 10.4% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 30% | 22.8% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 9% | 7.4% | 4.23% |
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Students Teachers
14 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Cowley International College
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
