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Hope Valley College
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- Hope S33 6SD
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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: Most pupils achieve well due to a well-delivered curriculum.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well and enjoy school.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers have clear knowledge of the curriculum.
Current Educational Practices: Teachers regularly use recap activities.
Strengths and Challenges: Some teachers do not check correct completion of recap activities.
Communication: School communicates effectively through various channels.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents can give their opinion via Ofsted Parent View.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents’ views are considered but specific satisfaction levels not detailed.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders have created an open and positive culture.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders ensure capacity for further improvement.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Effective safeguarding arrangements in place.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Positive relationships between staff and pupils.
Extracurricular Offerings: Wide range including Duke of Edinburgh’s Award and various clubs.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Students engage in extracurriculars well alongside studies.
Career Counselling Services: Effective careers advice and guidance provided.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Well prepared for next stage of education.
Managing and Supporting SEND: SEND needs identified well; individual support provided.
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About Us
Hope Valley College is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Derbyshire, East Midlands.
It has 542 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1.
At this school, 42% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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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 | - |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-16 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 16.8 | 15.1 | 18 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 42% | 48% | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| 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 | -0.34 | 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 | 44.9 | 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 | 42% | 28.94% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 64% | 43.48% | 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% | 19.88% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 7% | 8.69% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 12% | 12.8% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.85 | 2.67 | 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% | 89.54% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 109 | 140 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 87% | 80.63% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 46% | 36.22% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 30% | 27.54% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 7% | 6.26% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 4% | 10.74% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 4.89% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 4.07% | 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 | -0.08 | 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 | 50.7 | 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 | 61% | 31.72% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 79% | 44.28% | 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 | 47% | 18.74% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 22% | 10.52% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 26% | 13.98% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.51 | 2.76 | 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% | 85.82% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 115 | 131 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 84% | 79.75% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 34% | 36.82% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 37% | 26.93% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 12% | 7.61% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 8.39% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 3.09% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 7% | 3% | 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 | - | 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 | - | 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 | - | 29.63% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 44.55% | 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 | - | 22.25% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 10.79% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 15.23% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 2.77 | 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 | - | 83.69% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 126 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 73.69% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 34.63% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | - | 27.29% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 8.91% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | - | 2.83% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 6.43% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3.63% | 2.75% |
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.
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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 | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 25th Jul 2025 - 3rd Sep 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th 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 - 24th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
16 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Hope Valley College
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
