Grantham College - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)
Grantham College
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Grantham College
- 16 Plus (Sixth Form)
- South Kesteven NG31 9AP
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Requires Improvement |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Education programmes for young people | Good |
| Adult learning programmes | Good |
| Apprenticeships | Requires Improvement |
| Provision for learners with high needs | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Good |
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University Application Support: Adult learners receive good guidance for university applications.
Support for Apprenticeships/Workforce: Young people undertake relevant work experience and projects with employers.
Career Advice and Guidance: Good range of careers information and advice is available.
Policies and Procedures: Policies are clear and help staff deal with concerns.
Training of Safeguarding Leads: Staff undertake bi-annual training with frequent updates.
Handling Bullying/Disciplinary Issues: Staff record referrals in detail and take timely actions.
Types of Extracurricular Activities: Students participate in charity events and volunteering activities.
Work Experience/Internships: Young people complete live projects with employers.
Academic Performance: Adults who study access courses achieve well with many attaining merit and distinction grades.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Students demonstrate respectful attitudes and are keen to learn.
Mix of A,Levels and Vocational Courses: The college offers a wide range of subjects from entry level to higher education.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Student progress mentors monitor attendance and performance.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers are well-qualified and knowledgeable.
Impact of Teaching on Progress: Most teachers plan the curriculum well to build knowledge and skills over time.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Leaders monitor the quality of education closely.
Strengths/Challenges: Some teachers do not use assessment outcomes effectively enough.
STEM Facilities: Apprentices have access to industry-standard facilities and equipment.
Study Areas/Libraries: Grantham College offers a new centre for higher education and digital skills.
School Culture and Ethos: Students and apprentices feel safe and demonstrate safe working practices.
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Grantham College is a 16 Plus (Sixth Form), Co-Ed college located in Lincolnshire, East Midlands.
from age 16-99 yr.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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I am ecstatic that you are considering attending Grantham College. Being close to Grantham's downtown, we are glad to put our students, neighbourhood employers, and the community at the very centre of what we do. This ensures that we'll continue to improve and meet your needs. Because we genuinely care about your individual success, we are a warm, approachable, and responsive high-quality education and training provider. I thus hope that you find what you are searching for in our prospectus and that we may serve as your launching pad to greater success and fulfilment, whether you are interested in our full-time or part-time courses, apprenticeships, or further education. Applications are welcomed all year long. If you need any assistance or have particular worries, you are welcome to make an appointment with the Student Information Team at any stage during the application process. If you need any help or can't find what you're looking for, please contact our Student Information Team. We will be pleased to assist. In the alternative, please call our HR Team at 01476 400230 if you are interested in applying for a position at the institution.
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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 | - | 30.82 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | - | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 31.14 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 12.57% | 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 | 241 | 136 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 43% | 62.24% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 12% | 7.08% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 25% | 19.66% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 14% | 7.71% | 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 | - | 32.94 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | - | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 32.43 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 16.47% | 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 | 363 | 162 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 36% | 64.47% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 9% | 6.53% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 33% | 16.13% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 23% | 8.84% | 10.69% |
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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 | - | 30.12 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | - | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 30.28 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 11.6% | 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 | 390 | 165 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 38% | 61.63% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 12% | 8.11% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 28% | 18.66% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 15% | 7.16% | 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 | 21.28 2 | 28.35 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | D | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 23.10 5 | 29.18 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 11.4% | 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 | - | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 46 | 20.21% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 8% | 7% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 21% | 14.55% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 11% | 3.74% | 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 | 19.77 | 27.35 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | D | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 28.44 | 29.74 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 6.7% | 11.38% | 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 | - | 3 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 92 | 24.84% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 14% | 7.35% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 41% | 19.05% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 2.86% | 4.23% |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st Oct 2024 - 28th Oct 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 20th 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 - 3rd Sep 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th Sep 2024 - 20th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 29th Oct 2024 - 19th 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 |
