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Great Sankey High School
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Great Sankey High School
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- Great Sankey WA5 3AA
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Outstanding |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
| 16 to 19 study programmes | Good |
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Academic Progress: Attainment is rising for all pupils, including disadvantaged pupils and boys.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Behaviour around the school is calm and orderly. Pupils are smart and ready to learn.
Qualifications and Training: Newly qualified teachers appreciate the support and training they receive from leaders.
Current Educational Practices: Teachers attend training appropriate to their needs and performance management is effective.
Strengths and Challenges: Most teaching is good, but teaching for lower-attaining pupils needs improvement.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents receive regular reports on their child's progress.
Parent Satisfaction: The vast majority of parents feel that their children are well cared for and enjoy school.
Communication: Some reports use complicated language, which can be difficult to understand.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders undertake effective actions to improve the school.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders prioritize making significant improvements for disadvantaged pupils.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Pupils say that bullying is very rare and staff deal with it effectively.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Safeguarding is effective, and pupils feel safe and well looked after.
Extracurricular Offerings: Students are encouraged to join a wide range of extra-curricular activities.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Pupils enjoy taking part in extracurricular activities alongside their academic responsibilities.
Career Counselling Services: High-quality careers advice ensures pupils are well prepared for next steps.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Support prepares students well for university and future careers.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Provision for pupils with special educational needs is well planned but can be inconsistent.
Subjects Offered: The school offers a broad and balanced curriculum with a clear rationale.
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Great Sankey High School is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Cheshire, North West.
It has 2084 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1.
At this school, 50% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
96.10% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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The Great Sankey learning community offers top-notch instruction and learning that is passionate about and founded on core values that were developed with our students. Our goal is for everyone to enjoy and be inspired by their time spent in school. We strive to achieve this by working in a friendly, inclusive, yet meaningful environment. We give kids the tools they need to develop their own creativity, boost their expectations, and realise their own potential. Together, kids develop the pride and confidence to establish themselves in our community.
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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 | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Boys | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 15.8 | 19.3 | 13 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 50% | 98% | 39% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 11.90% | 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 | 49.6 | 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 | 50% | 29.68% | 29.96% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 73% | 45.37% | 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 | 50% | 27.11% | 25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 19% | 9.89% | 10.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 27% | 15% | 15.47% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.35 | 2.76 | 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 | 97% | 85.65% | 90.52% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 315 | 144 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 89% | 79.06% | 84.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 29% | 32.65% | 32.75% |
| School sixth forms | 38% | 10.12% | 29.73% |
| Sixth form colleges | 22% | 33.47% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | SP | 2.94% | 11.48% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 2.47% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 4.29% | 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 | - | 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 | 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% | 36.28% | 32.78% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 76% | 51.17% | 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 | 40% | 30.44% | 24.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 21% | 15.61% | 12.99% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 29% | 20.67% | 17.14% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.51 | 3.17 | 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 | 98% | 86.94% | 90.39% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 310 | 142 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 95% | 83.18% | 86.27% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 25% | 36.18% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 51% | 12.06% | 30.75% |
| Sixth form colleges | 19% | 32.41% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 2.71% | 11.13% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 1.53% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 2.41% | 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 | 0.2 | 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 | 54% 2 | 31.94% | 29.24% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 78% 2 | 47.56% | 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 | 25% | 25.44% | 25.76% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 18% 3 | 11.56% | 11.44% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 21% 1 | 16.83% | 16.45% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.38 | 2.83 | 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 | 95% | 86.23% | 90.21% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 291 | 137 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 78.15% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 37% | 46.23% | 33.3% |
| School sixth forms | 49% | 17.54% | 31.15% |
| Sixth form colleges | 2% | 7.15% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 7.08% | 11.19% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 4% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 4.08% | 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 | -0.03 | 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 | 50.9 | 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 | 56% 1 | 32.53% | 29.18% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 76% 1 | 47.41% | 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 | 26% | 24.71% | 24.69% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 15% 2 | 12.41% | 11.29% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 20% 7 | 17.94% | 15.97% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.36 | 2.93 | 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 | 98% | 74.33% | 84.86% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 293 | 152 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 88% | 60.58% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 16% | 14.75% | 28.32% |
| School sixth forms | 57% | 14.83% | 31.51% |
| Sixth form colleges | 15% | 27.75% | 9.07% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 4.58% | 5.94% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 3.25% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 1.58% | 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 | 0.18 | 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 | 51.8 | 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 | 55% | 26.24% | 29.51% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 77% | 39% | 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 | 15% | 20.12% | 25.21% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 13% | 12.29% | 14.68% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 13% | 13.94% | 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 | 98% | 72.83% | 85.23% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 296 | 156 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 92% | 70.33% | 58.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 24% | 22% | 30.56% |
| School sixth forms | 55% | 14.42% | 32.11% |
| Sixth form colleges | 12% | 28.5% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 3.33% | 5.75% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 13% | 6.25% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 6% | 2.5% | 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 | 31.08 | 14.3 | 29.99 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.23 | 14.3 | 29.55 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 11.90% | 4.47% | 13.64% |
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 | 159 | 283 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 50% | 42.33% | 58.59% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 13% | 13.5% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 30% | 30% | 21.14% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 4% | 10.67% | 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 | 35.1 | 18 | 33.4 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 34.72 | 15.22 | 32.48 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 11.3% | 5.4% | 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 | 130 | 358 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 65% | 53.71% | 60.66% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 8% | 9.29% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 15% | 21% | 17.72% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 12% | 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 | 30.03 3 | 23.81 | 29.38 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 29.89 2 | 23.03 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 10.9% | 5.3% | 13.04% |
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 | 137 | 330 | 231 |
| Students staying in education | 63% | 54.17% | 57.28% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 10% | 11.83% | 7.78% |
| Students entering employment | 22% | 21.67% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 2% | 8.5% | 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 | 27.50 2 | 22.61 | 29.02 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 27.41 6 | 21.57 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 5.2% | 7.96% | 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 | - | 12 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 35 | 60% | 31.48% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 9% | 8% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 21% | 24.33% | 15.8% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 3% | 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 | 29.22 | 14.49 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.71 | 16.87 | 27.74 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 8.8% | 6.53% | 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 | 7 | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 39 | 32% | 36.22% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 9% | 5.8% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 26% | 25.6% | 20.04% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 6% | 4.23% |
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st Oct 2024 - 25th Oct 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 | 3rd Sep 2024 - 20th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 26th Oct 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 Great Sankey High School
Local authority ratio 20 : 1
