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Dyke House Sports and Technology College
- Secondary
- Hartlepool TS24 8NQ
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| The quality of education | Outstanding |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
| Sixth-form provision | Outstanding |
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Academic Progress: Pupils achieve consistently high standards and are encouraged to make their best even better.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave exceptionally well; they take immense pride in their studies.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers receive high-quality training that materially impacts education quality.
Current Educational Practices: Teachers use short quizzes to routinely check pupils’ knowledge gaps.
Strengths and Challenges: There is a strong community spirit and genuine warmth between staff and pupils.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents can be involved through weekly ‘Proud’ events and after-school clubs.
Communication: Parents are communicated with effectively about their child's achievements.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents see the school as more than just a school; it's at the heart of the community.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Any rare incidents of bullying are swiftly dealt with by leaders.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders have established an inspirational curriculum that remains sharply focused on ensuring pupil success.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Any incidents of bullying are swiftly addressed, and Year 7 pupils are supported by peer mentors.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Staff clearly understand local risks and support pupils with SEND effectively.
Extracurricular Offerings: A vast majority of pupils attend after-school clubs and support local charities.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Students balance academic responsibilities well with extracurricular engagements like work placements and university visits.
Career Counselling Services: Careers education begins in Year 7 with talks about post-16 options.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Students benefit greatly from work placements and university masterclasses, with many progressing to Russell Group universities.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Pupils with SEND are carefully considered, with tailored support leading to remarkable achievements.
Subjects Offered: The curriculum is comprehensive and includes a range of subjects enhancing pupils' cultural horizons.
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About Us
Dyke House Sports and Technology College is a top rated, Secondary, Co-Ed school located in County Durham, North East.
It has 1304 students from age 11-19 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 22 : 1.
At this school, 49% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
87.90% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Outstanding by recent Ofsted inspection.
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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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| Ofset report | Outstanding | Good | - |
| Age range | 11-19 | 11-18 | 11-19 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 22.1 | - | 6.1 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 49% | 98% | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 5.30% | 35.00% | - |
| 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 | -0.26 | 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 | 43.6 | 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% | 27.14% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 71% | 43.71% | 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% | 24.57% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 16% | 6.86% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 23% | 11.29% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.89 | 2.56 | 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 | 92% | 94.6% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 238 | 188 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 86% | 89.6% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 71% | 61% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 14% | 9.6% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | SP | 0% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 18.6% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 2.8% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 2% | 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 | -0.15 | 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 | 47.6 | 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 | 51% | 30% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 70% | 47.14% | 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 | 37% | 16.57% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 21% | 9.14% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 26% | 12% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.3 | 2.72 | 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 | 92% | 93% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 229 | 181 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 88% | 88.6% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 69% | 57.8% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 18% | 14% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | SP | 0.2% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | SP | 15.8% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 2.6% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 1.8% | 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 | -0.08 | 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 | 45.4 | 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 | 42% | 27% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 68% 4 | 42.33% | 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 | 28% | 16.5% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 3% 8 | 5.17% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 7% 14 | 8.67% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.67 | 2.5 | 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% | 94.6% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 192 | 167 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 82% | 86.4% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 61% | 54.2% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 21% | 12.8% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.2% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 19.2% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 8% | 6.2% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 2.2% | 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 | -0.23 | 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 | 44.3 | 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 | 42% | 26.33% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 64% 5 | 42% | 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 | 37% | 19% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 11% 8 | 6.5% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 21% | 10.83% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.79 | 2.44 | 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 | 90% | 94.2% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 192 | 183 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 77% | 83.2% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 51% | 32.8% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 15% | 10.4% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 15.6% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 16% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 11% | 7.2% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 2.2% | 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 | 0.37 | 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 | 49.1 | 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 | 42% | 25.67% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 69% | 40.83% | 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 | 84% | 22.5% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 19% | 8% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 21% | 9.17% | 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 | 88% | 91.25% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 207 | 178 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 87% | 67.75% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 51% | 32% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 19% | 17% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 17% | 18% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 18.75% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 5.75% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 1.75% | 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 | 22.86 | 18.22 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 20 | 17.05 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 5.30% | 5.47% | 13.67% |
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 | 152 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 90% | 59.33% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 0% | 12% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 10% | 14.33% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 0% | 11.33% | 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 | 29.04 | 21.39 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 27.67 | 21.03 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 5.0% | 3.47% | 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 | 28 | 243 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 61% | 60.33% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 9% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 12% | 13% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 14% | 14.33% | 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 | 32.67 5 | 22.31 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 31.98 5 | 22.01 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 14.8% | 7.33% | 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 | 44 | 257 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 70% | 58.67% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 9% | 12.67% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 9% | 11% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 9% | 12.67% | 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 | 27.80 3 | 19.55 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 26.06 1 | 19.87 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 13.6% | 8% | 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 | - | 1 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 7 | 23% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 12% | 16% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 17% | 14% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 6.33% | 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 | 24.43 | 19.31 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 27.62 | 21.79 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 14.3% | 11.93% | 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 | - | 0 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 35% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 21% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | - | 15.5% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 7.5% | 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 | 24th Feb 2025 - 28th 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 - 23rd Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 1st Mar 2025 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 21st Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
22 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Dyke House Sports and Technology College
Local authority ratio 17 : 1