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Dean Close School
- Secondary
- Cheltenham GL51 6HE
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Academic Progress: Pupils make excellent academic progress, achieving above national averages at GCSE and A-Level.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils have positive attitudes to learning; behaviour is excellent.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers have strong subject knowledge aided by continuous assessments.
Current Educational Practices: Lessons are well planned and adapted for student needs.
Strengths and Challenges: Excellent teaching noted; ICT integration inconsistent.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Strong pastoral care enhances pupil welfare.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying is effectively prevented; however, staff recruitment checks need improvement.
Extracurricular Offerings: Wide range of creative and physical activities offered.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Boarders appreciate support in balancing academics and activities.
Outdoor Facilities: Outdoor spaces suitable for various sports and physical activities.
Managing and Supporting SEND: SEND pupils make progress equal to peers with good support.
Subjects Offered: Wide range of subjects available, supporting diverse academic interests.
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Dean Close School is a Secondary, Co-Ed, Church of England/Evangelical school located in Gloucestershire, South West.
It has 519 students from age 12-19 yr.
Tuition fee £9,595 for the highest grade offered.
At this school, 0% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
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| Type | Independent Schools | Independent Schools | Independent Schools |
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| Ofset report | - | - | - |
| Age range | 12-19 | 11-18 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
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| Student teacher ratio | - | - | - |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 0% | 7% | 0% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 24.10% | 15.40% | 3.80% |
| Day Fees | £9,595 | £6,353 | £5,595 to £6,620 |
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 | - | 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 | 16.6 | 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 | 0% | 34.75% | 29.96% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 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 | 0% | 20.78% | 25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 11.49% | 10.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 15.22% | 15.47% |
| EBacc average points score | 1.16 | 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 | - | 87.92% | 90.52% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 132 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 79.96% | 84.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 24.96% | 32.75% |
| School sixth forms | - | 39.88% | 29.73% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 9.83% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | - | 5.44% | 11.48% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3.31% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 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 | - | 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 | 19.8 | 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 | 0% | 38.22% | 32.78% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 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 | 0% | 21.7% | 24.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 14.13% | 12.99% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 17.79% | 17.14% |
| EBacc average points score | 1.31 | 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 | - | 93.07% | 90.39% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 135 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 87.76% | 86.27% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 30.11% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | - | 42.57% | 30.75% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 8.17% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | - | 6.87% | 11.13% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.72% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 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 | - | 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 | 19 | 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 | 0% | 35.72% | 29.24% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 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 | 0% | 26.21% | 25.76% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 13.95% | 11.44% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 19.54% | 16.45% |
| EBacc average points score | 1.14 | 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 | - | 95.1% | 90.21% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 144 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 86.82% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 26.31% | 33.3% |
| School sixth forms | - | 46.21% | 31.15% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 8.33% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | - | 5.9% | 11.19% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 5.03% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 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 | - | 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 | 15.5 | 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 | 0% | 37.51% | 29.18% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 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 | 0% | 26.95% | 24.69% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 15.36% | 11.29% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 20.29% | 15.97% |
| EBacc average points score | 1.2 | 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 | - | 85.7% | 84.86% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 145 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 73.68% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 22.7% | 28.32% |
| School sixth forms | - | 44.73% | 31.51% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 6.85% | 9.07% |
| Other education destinations | - | 1.55% | 5.94% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3.78% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 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 | - | 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 | 18 | 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 | 0% | 37.33% | 29.51% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 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 | 0% | 28% | 25.21% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 18.44% | 14.68% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 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 | - | 89.56% | 85.23% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 151 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 58.87% | 58.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 28.46% | 30.56% |
| School sixth forms | - | 45.67% | 32.11% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 6.56% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 1.62% | 5.75% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 6.18% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 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 | 38.8 | 30.9 | 29.99 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 39.23 | 31.28 | 29.55 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 24.10% | 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 | - | 194 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | - | 53.62% | 58.59% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 6.62% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | - | 28.38% | 21.14% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 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 | 44.21 | 37.31 | 33.4 |
| Average grade | B+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 43.54 | 34.79 | 32.48 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 29.9% | 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 | - | 218 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | - | 52.75% | 60.66% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 6.54% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | - | 26.64% | 17.72% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 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 | 41.94 2 | 32.68 | 29.38 |
| Average grade | B+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 40.93 2 | 32.52 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 32.0% | 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 | - | 223 | 231 |
| Students staying in education | - | 56% | 57.28% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 7.36% | 7.78% |
| Students entering employment | - | 25.96% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 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 | 43.44 3 | 32.2 | 29.02 |
| Average grade | B+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 42.85 2 | 32.47 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 41.6% | 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 | - | 7 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 39.96% | 31.48% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 6.4% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 22.68% | 15.8% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 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 | 40.41 | 31.67 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 40.93 | 33.06 | 27.74 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 26.8% | 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 | - | 9 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 39.6% | 36.22% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 6.84% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | - | 23.84% | 20.04% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 4.16% | 4.23% |
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Admission
Fees
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£9,595
Yearly fee
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£11,175 to £14,250
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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 |
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| 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 |
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