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Holyhead School
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- Birmingham B21 0HN
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Outstanding |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
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Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils’ behaviour is good; bullying is rare
Academic Progress: Some pupils do not achieve as well as they could in some GCSE courses
Qualifications and Training: Teachers are knowledgeable and skilled
Current Educational Practices: Staff receive regular training and updates
Strengths and Challenges: Expertise in helping pupils who speak English as an additional language
Opportunities for Involvement: Wide range of opportunities available
Communication: Parents receive regular communication about their child's progress
Parent Satisfaction: All parents said their children are happy and safe at school
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders handle conflicts effectively, reducing exclusions
Actions for Quality Improvement: Strong, principled leadership improves life chances
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying is rare, staff deal with issues swiftly
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Safeguarding is a key strength
Extracurricular Offerings: Wide range of clubs and societies
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Pupils balance academic responsibilities with extracurricular activities
Career Counselling Services: School hosts careers events to raise aspirations
Preparation for Sixth Form: Sixth form prepares students well for adulthood
Managing and Supporting SEND: Nurturing environment for pupils with SEND
Subjects Offered: Key stage 4 pupils choose from a wide variety of subjects and qualifications
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Holyhead School is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in West Midlands County, West Midlands.
It has 1254 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 14 : 1.
At this school, 38% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
100.00% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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We are an 11–19 Academy in the centre of the thriving and aspiring Soho Ward, a neighbourhood with a strong sense of its own history and culture.
We were designated "Outstanding" by Ofsted in 2013 and again in 2015.
More importantly, there is a high demand for school and Sixth Form spaces because the surrounding community recognises the significance of our work.
The demand for our services is consistently great, and I am incredibly proud of the fantastic reputation we have both locally and nationally.
Handsworth is unique because of its rich history and diversity.
To give us its story, face its challenges with optimism, pride, and resilience, and to sculpt an ambitious future, it's children need nurturing and positive role models.
Instead, we take satisfaction in being able to offer Handsworth with morally upright people who have boundless potential.
We create a neighbourhood based on a core of wholesome connections that we cherish and uphold.
A well designed programme is used to impart our fundamental principles of leadership, organisation, resilience, initiative, and communication to all students and staff since we also think that better levels of accomplishment are supported by strong character.
Our attitudes are never determined by our postcode thanks to our meticulous attention to detail and unrelenting desire to hold each other accountable.
Our commitment to providing the best possible education goes outside of the classroom and includes all staff members.
We are all educators of young people.
In every facet of what we do, our goal is to surpass expectations.
Our fervent support of additional learning and enrichment opportunities reflects this dedication to a high performing culture.
We would love to share more with you if you share our vision and beliefs.
Being exceptional is not enough for us, and everything we do is geared around improving from today to tomorrow.
I want to thank you again for your interest in finding out more about our unique community.
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We are an 11–19 Academy in the centre of the thriving and aspiring Soho Ward, a neighbourhood with a strong sense of its own history and culture.
We were designated "Outstanding" by Ofsted in 2013 and again in 2015.
More importantly, there is a high demand for school and Sixth Form spaces because the surrounding community recognises the significance of our work.
The demand for our services is consistently great, and I am incredibly proud of the fantastic reputation we have both locally and nationally.
Handsworth is unique because of its rich history and diversity.
To give us its story, face its challenges with optimism, pride, and resilience, and to sculpt an ambitious future, it's children need nurturing and positive role models.
Instead, we take satisfaction in being able to offer Handsworth with morally upright people who have boundless potential.
We create a neighbourhood based on a core of wholesome connections that we cherish and uphold.
A well designed programme is used to impart our fundamental principles of leadership, organisation, resilience, initiative, and communication to all students and staff since we also think that better levels of accomplishment are supported by strong character.
Our attitudes are never determined by our postcode thanks to our meticulous attention to detail and unrelenting desire to hold each other accountable.
Our commitment to providing the best possible education goes outside of the classroom and includes all staff members.
We are all educators of young people.
In every facet of what we do, our goal is to surpass expectations.
Our fervent support of additional learning and enrichment opportunities reflects this dedication to a high performing culture.
We would love to share more with you if you share our vision and beliefs.
Being exceptional is not enough for us, and everything we do is geared around improving from today to tomorrow.
I want to thank you again for your interest in finding out more about our unique community.
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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 | Outstanding |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Girls |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 14.3 | - | 16.2 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 38% | 98% | 49% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 12.90% | 35.00% | 2.30% |
| 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 | -0.25 | 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 | 40.8 | 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 | 38% | 32.27% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 55% | 44.69% | 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 | 63% | 31.13% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 11% | 11.85% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 21% | 17.18% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.64 | 2.94 | 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% | 91.76% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 209 | 140 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 88.41% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 37% | 35.82% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 52% | 30.85% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 1% | 11.65% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 10.32% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 1.26% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 2.12% | 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 | 0.06 | 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 | 44.4 | 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 | 41% | 35.15% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 65% | 46.51% | 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 | 63% | 29.66% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 14% | 14.23% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 23% | 18.76% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.91 | 3.02 | 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 | 94% | 92.12% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 208 | 140 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 93% | 90.01% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 38% | 35.88% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 54% | 32.43% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | SP | 11.73% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | SP | 10.12% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | SP | 0.83% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | SP | 1.22% | 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 | 0.1 | 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 | 41.8 | 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 | 27% 7 | 29.84% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 50% 3 | 43.52% | 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 | 42% | 30.49% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 6% 2 | 13.17% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 15% 2 | 19.23% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.57 | 2.95 | 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 | 91% | 92.99% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 184 | 130 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 88% | 89.72% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 34% | 34.11% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 53% | 34.95% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 1% | 9.14% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 11.49% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 1.78% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 1.59% | 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 | 0.33 | 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 | 44.5 | 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 | 34% 9 | 28.45% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 53% 3 | 41.81% | 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 | 20% | 28.92% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 8% 6 | 12.28% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 13% 11 | 17.63% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.65 | 2.88 | 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 | 95% | 90.88% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 186 | 131 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 92% | 80.5% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 30% | 27.29% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 61% | 34.1% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 2% | 11.61% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 9.1% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 1.33% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 0.89% | 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 | 0.18 | 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 | 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 | 25% | 29.99% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 50% | 43.66% | 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 | 11% | 30% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 2% | 16.12% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 2% | 18% | 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 | 94% | 85.6% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 192 | 126 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 40.27% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 45% | 28.18% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 44% | 33.19% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 2% | 11.09% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 6.6% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 2.16% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.48% | 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 | 32.3 | 28.91 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.76 | 28.08 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 12.90% | 12.4% | 13.67% |
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| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 108 | 183 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 81% | 67.68% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 2% | 3.64% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 8% | 13.79% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 10.34% | 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 | 34.49 | 30.92 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 35.2 | 30.39 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 8.8% | 17.43% | 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 | 233 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 82% | 70.09% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 1% | 2.74% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 6% | 9.62% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 9% | 12.15% | 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 | 29.88 | 26.82 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 24.34 | 25.77 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 1.9% | 10.81% | 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 | 105 | 213 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 81% | 67.85% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 4.02% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 5% | 13.04% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 8.87% | 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 | 29.09 2 | 25.97 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 24.35 5 | 25.47 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 2.4% | 10.02% | 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 | - | 18.54% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 3.39% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 9.48% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 4.98% | 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 | 27.34 | 22.71 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 29.27 | 23.22 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 3.1% | 9.57% | 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 | 3 | 5 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 5 | 24.64% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 3% | 3.17% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 6% | 11.33% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 3% | 4.5% | 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 | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st 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 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 21st Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
14 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Holyhead School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
