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Farlingaye High School
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Farlingaye High School
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- Woodbridge IP12 4JX
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Sixth-form provision | Outstanding |
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Academic Progress: Students learn well and remember much.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave very positively; bullying is dealt with quickly by teachers.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers have very strong subject knowledge.
Current Educational Practices: Leaders support teachers well to sequence learning effectively.
Strengths and Challenges: Sixth-form teaching is highly effective with a variety of approaches; teachers feel well led and supported.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents can participate in charity events organized by pupils.
Communication: High-quality advice about careers and next steps is provided.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents’ views considered via Ofsted Parent View.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Teachers handle bullying swiftly.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders strive for highest education quality but need more rigorous evaluation.
Managing Bullying and Safety: School quickly addresses bullying; pupils feel safe.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Teachers keep pupils' well-being at forefront.
Extracurricular Offerings: Pupils participate in a range of clubs involving arts, drama, and sport.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Pupils learn and develop important life skills through extracurriculars.
Career Counselling Services: High-quality career advice ensures informed choices.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Strong links with higher education institutions and employers.
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Farlingaye High School is a top rated, Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Suffolk, East of England.
It has 1912 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 17 : 1.
At this school, 43% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
92.30% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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The majority of our students enjoy their time at Farlingaye and take advantage of the various chances it offers them to succeed academically and advance to the next stage of their lives.
Excellent exam scores at both the GCSE and A Level in recent years have been the outcome of their efforts, allowing a large number of students to enrol in top-notch university programmes or pursue interesting work or training options.
Students can participate in a huge variety of extracurricular activities, and we strongly advise all students to do so in order to improve their social skills and sense of self.
We employ a variety of strategies to assist our children feel good about themselves and optimistic about the future because we are aware of how important it is for them to have a positive and secure sense of self.
Our team is dedicated and highly competent, and being a Teaching School and a Leading Edge School helps us to be at the forefront of staff development.
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The majority of our students enjoy their time at Farlingaye and take advantage of the various chances it offers them to succeed academically and advance to the next stage of their lives.
Excellent exam scores at both the GCSE and A Level in recent years have been the outcome of their efforts, allowing a large number of students to enrol in top-notch university programmes or pursue interesting work or training options.
Students can participate in a huge variety of extracurricular activities, and we strongly advise all students to do so in order to improve their social skills and sense of self.
We employ a variety of strategies to assist our children feel good about themselves and optimistic about the future because we are aware of how important it is for them to have a positive and secure sense of self.
Our team is dedicated and highly competent, and being a Teaching School and a Leading Edge School helps us to be at the forefront of staff development.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
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| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Boys | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 17.2 | 19.3 | 14.7 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 43% | 98% | 44% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 20.90% | 35.00% | 10.60% |
| 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 | 0.04 | 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 | 48.1 | 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 | 43% | 27.21% | 29.96% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 70% | 41.83% | 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 | 31% | 18.17% | 25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 16% | 7.12% | 10.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 20% | 10.69% | 15.47% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.15 | 2.77 | 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 | 96% | 88.49% | 90.52% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 297 | 140 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 87% | 81.35% | 84.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 21% | 38.96% | 32.75% |
| School sixth forms | 64% | 32.35% | 29.73% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 4.88% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 5.24% | 11.48% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 3.37% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 3.76% | 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 | 50.8 | 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 | 51% | 27.91% | 32.78% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 75% | 41.74% | 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 | 38% | 16.55% | 24.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 22% | 8.38% | 12.99% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 30% | 11.29% | 17.14% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.42 | 2.84 | 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 | 95% | 91.24% | 90.39% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 294 | 139 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 86.3% | 86.27% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 24% | 39.28% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 65% | 35.58% | 30.75% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 4.88% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 6.44% | 11.13% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 2.52% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 2.46% | 2.15% |
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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 | 0.29 | 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 | 51.1 | 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 | 56% 10 | 26.24% | 29.24% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 75% | 42.5% | 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 | 43% | 24.5% | 25.76% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 18% 5 | 9.22% | 11.44% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 31% 7 | 14.43% | 16.45% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.51 | 3.05 | 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 | 97% | 93.32% | 90.21% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 290 | 137 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 85.48% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 24% | 36.73% | 33.3% |
| School sixth forms | 66% | 37.89% | 31.15% |
| Sixth form colleges | 1% | 8.27% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | SP | 2.66% | 11.19% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 4.59% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 3.27% | 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 | 0.18 | 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 | 49.4 | 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 | 46% 8 | 27.79% | 29.18% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 75% 1 | 43.5% | 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 | 36% | 21.2% | 24.69% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 13% 16 | 7.92% | 11.29% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 24% 6 | 12.59% | 15.97% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.25 | 3.05 | 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 | 97% | 88.36% | 84.86% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 295 | 148 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 77.17% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 24% | 33.1% | 28.32% |
| School sixth forms | 66% | 37.07% | 31.51% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 5.86% | 9.07% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 1.43% | 5.94% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 4.88% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 2.98% | 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 | 0.13 | 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 | 50.2 | 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 | 54% | 27.84% | 29.51% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 74% | 43.98% | 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 | 40% | 21.47% | 25.21% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 29% | 10.55% | 14.68% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 30% | 11.63% | 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 | 96% | 89.82% | 85.23% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 289 | 161 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 94% | 66.32% | 58.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 26% | 37.55% | 30.56% |
| School sixth forms | 67% | 37.5% | 32.11% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 6.66% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 1.45% | 5.75% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 8% | 6.68% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 3.39% | 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 | 36.21 | 27.91 | 29.99 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 39.3 | 28.39 | 29.55 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 20.90% | 11.94% | 13.64% |
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| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 222 | 240 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 52% | 49.86% | 58.59% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 9% | 8.05% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 28% | 28.95% | 21.14% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 9% | 10.09% | 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 | 38.79 | 29.83 | 33.4 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 39.71 | 29.21 | 32.48 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 21.9% | 14.39% | 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 | 195 | 314 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 58% | 53.1% | 60.66% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 5.86% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 26% | 27.33% | 17.72% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 10.14% | 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 | 32.99 1 | 27.68 | 29.38 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 36.41 2 | 28.27 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 17.6% | 11.89% | 13.04% |
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| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 236 | 278 | 231 |
| Students staying in education | 66% | 51.19% | 57.28% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 2% | 8.33% | 7.78% |
| Students entering employment | 22% | 29% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 7.9% | 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 | 33.54 | 27.91 | 29.02 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 38.71 2 | 27.94 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 24.3% | 11.35% | 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 | - | 4 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 48 | 49.05% | 31.48% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 6.81% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 24% | 23.19% | 15.8% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 9% | 3.43% | 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 | 33.36 | 26.76 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 36.17 | 27.01 | 27.74 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 18.8% | 11.18% | 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 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 24 | 46.42% | 36.22% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 2% | 9.04% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 12% | 26.46% | 20.04% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 3.25% | 4.23% |
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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 | 23rd 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 - 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 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
17 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Farlingaye High School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1