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Formby High School
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- Formby L37 3HW
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
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Academic Progress: Pupils are inspired to succeed and are proud to attend the school.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Classrooms are calm places to learn; pupils listen carefully and work hard.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers are knowledgeable in the subjects they teach.
Current Educational Practices: Regular opportunities to recap and reinforce learning are provided by teachers.
Strengths and Challenges: Some teachers are not using assessments effectively to pinpoint gaps in learning.
Opportunities for Involvement: Leaders have cultivated a kind and considerate school community.
Communication: Pupils appreciate the care and guidance from the school’s pastoral team.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents can use Ofsted Parent View to give their opinion on the school.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders deal with bullying and name-calling effectively.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders have designed a rich and vibrant curriculum.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Staff report concerns about a pupil’s welfare promptly.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Staff and pupils are trained to manage and mitigate local safeguarding risks.
Extracurricular Offerings: A range of clubs such as musical theatre, British sign language, and volleyball are offered.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Leaders have developed a comprehensive programme of extracurricular activities.
Outdoor Facilities: Pupils display high standards of conduct during lesson changeovers and on school grounds.
Career Counselling Services: Students in the sixth form receive an extensive programme of careers education.
Preparation for Sixth Form: A high proportion of students secure places on competitive university courses.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Teachers are provided with guidance to support pupils with SEND and meet their needs.
Subjects Offered: Students can choose from an extensive range of academic and vocational subjects including politics, engineering, and digital media.
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Formby High School is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Merseyside, North West.
It has 1099 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1.
At this school, 49% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
96.20% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Formby High School takes pleasure in offering a warm and welcoming learning environment. Our school's motto is "determined to accomplish," and with hard work and support, our students successfully fulfil that promise. We have an exceptional track record of performance at GCSE and A Level, and Ofsted recognises us as an outstanding school. In 2016, three-quarters of our GCSE pupils (including English and mathematics) earned five A* C marks, much exceeding the norm for the country. In addition, more than half of our A Level students got grades of A* to B, making Formby High School one of the top secondary schools in the area. Our children are encouraged to participate in a variety of community projects, extracurricular activities, field trips, and fundraising campaigns outside of the classroom in order to develop their confidence. They start to assume responsibility for constructing a better future for themselves, their peers, and the community outside of the school by doing this. Teaching and spiritual staff support the goals and aspirations of our students, and their personal growth is at the centre of everything we do. The positive acts and behaviours that motivate both students and faculty at Formby High School to succeed represent their shared desire to achieve the highest standards.
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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 | 11-16 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Boys |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 15.5 | 15.1 | 17.2 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 49% | 48% | 60% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 22.60% | - | - |
| 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 | 0.02 | 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 | 51.9 | 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% | 23.69% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 74% | 38.07% | 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 | 27% | 22.03% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 6% | 6.86% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 10% | 12.14% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.31 | 2.58 | 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 | 97% | 87.14% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 174 | 117 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 79.86% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 30% | 46.05% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 55% | 21.43% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 1% | 1.48% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 4% | 11.1% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 3.38% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 3.81% | 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 | 0.12 | 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 | 55.9 | 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 | 62% | 28.78% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 82% | 42.52% | 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 | 32% | 24.81% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 21% | 10.89% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 26% | 15.56% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.88 | 2.9 | 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 | 97% | 91.05% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 168 | 118 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 92% | 85.57% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 30% | 46.81% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 61% | 21.52% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 2.29% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 15.14% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 2.81% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 2.76% | 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 | 0.07 | 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 | 52.5 | 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 | 50% 12 | 23.81% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 82% 1 | 40.42% | 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 | 32% | 23.27% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 17% 4 | 8.46% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 23% 2 | 13.46% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.47 | 2.8 | 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 | 96% | 83.55% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 161 | 118 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 86% | 76.5% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 16% | 35.4% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 66% | 25.2% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 2% | 5.3% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 10.55% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 3.3% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 3.7% | 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 | 0.45 | 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 | 55.2 | 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 | 62% 7 | 27.12% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 83% | 42.28% | 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 | 30% | 22.76% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 21% 1 | 8.8% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 25% 5 | 13.08% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.75 | 2.95 | 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 | 96% | 75.75% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 157 | 121 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 92% | 64.05% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 25% | 33.05% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 59% | 29.6% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 3.4% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 0.6% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.7% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.7% | 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 | 0.21 | 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 | 53.3 | 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 | 55% | 24.08% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 83% | 38.88% | 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 | 25% | 25.72% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 20% | 12.84% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 20% | 15.24% | 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 | 96% | 75.63% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 162 | 127 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 94% | 57.31% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 31% | 32% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 60% | 30.06% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 5% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 1.13% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 8% | 5.44% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 2.25% | 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 | 34.91 | 28.14 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 37.8 | 30.35 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 22.60% | 12.6% | 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 | 102 | 157 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 60% | 52.64% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 8% | 9% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 23% | 23.91% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 9.82% | 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 | 39.89 | 35.08 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 42.44 | 37.15 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 44.6% | 17.9% | 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 | 130 | 221 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 69% | 58.64% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 3% | 4.45% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 15% | 20.64% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 11.64% | 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 | 32.43 1 | 31.74 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 34.75 | 32.2 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 17.8% | 12.86% | 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 | 94 | 202 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 70% | 56.82% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 3% | 8.18% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 16% | 19.91% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 4% | 9.64% | 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 | 31.50 1 | 30.8 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 34.60 2 | 31.54 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 22.0% | 13.06% | 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 | - | 4 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 19 | 22.2% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 6% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 18% | 19% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 9% | 4.5% | 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 | 32.49 | 26.63 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 36.79 | 29.43 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 16.1% | 11.57% | 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 | - | 1 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 25 | 36.1% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 3% | 8.1% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 22% | 19.5% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 3.9% | 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
15 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Formby High School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
