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Derby Cathedral School - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)
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Derby Cathedral School
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- Derby DE1 1LR
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
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Academic Progress: Leaders have created an ambitious curriculum which enables pupils to study a broad range of subjects.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Staff have high expectations for behaviour. Behaviour in lessons is calm and pupils feel safe.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers’ subject knowledge is secure and staff access training when needed.
Current Educational Practices: Leaders provide targeted training and support to keep teachers updated.
Strengths and Challenges: Some teachers do not always check pupils' understanding effectively.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents can get involved through Ofsted Parent View.
Communication: School communicates through Ofsted Parent View about progress and events.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents can share opinions through Ofsted Parent View.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders address bullying effectively and ensure safety.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders have acted swiftly to enhance the provision for SEND and improve behaviour.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Pupils feel safe and bullying is dealt with effectively by teachers.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Safeguarding arrangements are effective, with regular training and updates for staff.
Extracurricular Offerings: A range of clubs such as cooking, netball, and LGBTQ+ group is offered during the 'seventh session'.
Career Counselling Services: Pupils learn about careers and next steps early on, including visits to the University of Derby and work experience.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Needs of pupils with SEND are accurately identified and teachers are provided with necessary information.
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Derby Cathedral School is a Secondary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Derbyshire, East Midlands.
It has 1006 students from age 11-19 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.
At this school, 30% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Free Schools | Free Schools | Free Schools |
| Snobe grade |
B-
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A-
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B+
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| Ofset report | Good | Outstanding | Outstanding |
| Age range | 11-19 | 11-18 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 18.9 | 8.3 | 4.8 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 30% | 0% | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| 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 | -0.41 | 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 | 30% | 29.27% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 62% | 43.96% | 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 | 61% | 22.92% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 13% | 9.58% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 22% | 14% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.74 | 2.7 | 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 | - | 86.39% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 145 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 78.11% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 42.39% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | - | 19.22% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 2.67% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | - | 13.83% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3.89% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 4.22% | 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 | - | 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 | - | 32.77% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 47% | 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 | - | 24.88% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 11.62% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 15.46% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 2.97 | 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 | - | 89.06% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 140 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 82.44% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 42% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | - | 19.78% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 2.22% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | - | 18.44% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.44% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 4.06% | 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 | - | 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 | - | 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 | - | 33.89% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 49.42% | 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 | - | 25.47% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 10.42% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 15.26% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 3.1 | 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 | - | 89.8% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 162 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 78.4% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 40.7% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | - | 29.8% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 2.4% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | - | 5.3% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 4.3% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 6.7% | 2.75% |
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.
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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 | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 25th Jul 2025 - 3rd Sep 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th 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 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 24th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
18 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Derby Cathedral School
Local authority ratio 20 : 1
