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Durrington High School
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- Worthing BN13 1JX
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
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Durrington High School is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in West Sussex, South East.
It has 1599 students from age 11-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Any family's choice of secondary school is an important one.
Durrington High School is a thriving institution that takes pleasure in the outstanding results we provide for our students.
The relationships between staff, students, and parents/caregivers are crucial to our success in our thriving, kind, and joyful school.
Our pursuit of excellence for all is unwavering.
We were thrilled for our children this summer as they celebrated outstanding GCSE exam results, which were the product of an incredible work ethic and good instruction.
Over 50% of students earned a grade of 5 or better, and 71% of students passed both English and arithmetic.
In English, math, and science, more over a quarter of our pupils received the top grades (grades 7 and above).
The ability of our staff to implement best practises and evidence-informed teaching so that our students learn the skills necessary to enable them to achieve is a big contributor to our continuous success.
We are one of only a few National Research Schools because of this.
Durrington High School has routinely outperformed the results for West Sussex and the UK in recent years as a real comprehensive.
With the knowledge and abilities to provide them alternatives in life that will allow them to realise their objectives and dreams, we want our students to graduate from our programme as joyful, self-assured individuals.
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Durrington High School is a thriving institution that takes pleasure in the outstanding results we provide for our students.
The relationships between staff, students, and parents/caregivers are crucial to our success in our thriving, kind, and joyful school.
Our pursuit of excellence for all is unwavering.
We were thrilled for our children this summer as they celebrated outstanding GCSE exam results, which were the product of an incredible work ethic and good instruction.
Over 50% of students earned a grade of 5 or better, and 71% of students passed both English and arithmetic.
In English, math, and science, more over a quarter of our pupils received the top grades (grades 7 and above).
The ability of our staff to implement best practises and evidence-informed teaching so that our students learn the skills necessary to enable them to achieve is a big contributor to our continuous success.
We are one of only a few National Research Schools because of this.
Durrington High School has routinely outperformed the results for West Sussex and the UK in recent years as a real comprehensive.
With the knowledge and abilities to provide them alternatives in life that will allow them to realise their objectives and dreams, we want our students to graduate from our programme as joyful, self-assured individuals.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
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B
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B
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-16 | 11-16 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 18 | 17.6 | 15.7 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
Secondary Exam Result
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 | 0.41 | 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 | 54.1 | 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 | 59% | 26.18% | 32.7% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 79% | 38.25% | 45.2% |
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 | 16% | 19.43% | 24.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 10% | 10.22% | 12.93% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 12% | 13.83% | 17.08% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.5 | 2.7 | 2.96 |
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% | 90.25% | 90.41% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 312 | 167 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 86.98% | 86.28% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 76% | 43.02% | 34.06% |
| School sixth forms | 1% | 21.15% | 30.68% |
| Sixth form colleges | 12% | 13.38% | 10.44% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 9.44% | 11.12% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 1.4% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 1.9% | 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 | 0.22 | 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 | 50.6 | 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 | 49% 2 | 24.14% | 29.2% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 70% | 38.12% | 43.33% |
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 | 45% | 23.17% | 25.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 21% 3 | 9.39% | 11.41% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 31% 6 | 13.84% | 16.42% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.54 | 2.62 | 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% | 90% | 90.21% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 349 | 165 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 89% | 84.45% | 84.05% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 79% | 39.52% | 33.38% |
| School sixth forms | 4% | 22% | 31.08% |
| Sixth form colleges | 5% | 12.55% | 8.48% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 10.32% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 2.82% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 2.57% | 2.77% |
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 | 48.8 | 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 | 47% 6 | 24.72% | 29.12% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 70% | 36.64% | 42.55% |
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% | 19.75% | 24.65% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 18% 2 | 8.94% | 11.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 25% 8 | 12.84% | 15.92% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.35 | 2.58 | 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 | 93% | 85.5% | 84.86% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 360 | 173 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 85% | 75.5% | 73.89% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 76% | 35.98% | 28.38% |
| School sixth forms | 3% | 23.21% | 31.43% |
| Sixth form colleges | 6% | 12.43% | 9.11% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 6.36% | 5.91% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 2.33% | 2.97% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 2.1% | 2.07% |
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 | 49.2 | 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% | 25.54% | 29.45% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 70% | 37.52% | 43.01% |
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% | 20.17% | 25.18% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 16% | 11.18% | 14.63% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 17% | 12.28% | 16.18% |
| 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 | 94% | 82.78% | 85.18% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 350 | 173 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 89% | 66.41% | 58.14% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 78% | 36.41% | 30.59% |
| School sixth forms | - | 22.2% | 32.04% |
| Sixth form colleges | 7% | 11.44% | 9.01% |
| Other education destinations | - | 5.59% | 5.68% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 3.49% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 2.68% | 2.46% |
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Holidays 2023/24
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 23rd Oct 2023 - 27th Oct 2023 |
| Winter Holidays | 18th Dec 2023 - 1st Jan 2024 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 12th Feb 2024 - 16th Feb 2024 |
| Spring Holidays | 29th Mar 2024 - 12th Apr 2024 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 27th May 2024 - 31st May 2024 |
| Summer Holidays | 24th Jul 2024 - 30th Aug 2024 |
Terms Dates 2023/24
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 1st Sep 2023 - 22nd Oct 2023 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 28th Oct 2023 - 17th Dec 2023 |
| Spring Term | 2nd Jan 2024 - 11th Feb 2024 |
| Spring Term-2 | 17th Feb 2024 - 28th Mar 2024 |
| Summer Term | 13th Apr 2024 - 26th May 2024 |
| Summer Term-2 | 1st Jun 2024 - 23rd Jul 2024 |
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Student teacher ratio at Durrington High School
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