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The Isle of Wight College
- 16 Plus (Sixth Form)
- Newport and Carisbrooke PO30 5TA
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Education programmes for young people | Good |
| Adult learning programmes | Good |
| Apprenticeships | Good |
| Provision for learners with high needs | Outstanding |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Good |
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Career Advice and Guidance: Effective impartial careers advice helps students make informed decisions about their next steps.
Policies and Procedures: The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
Handling Bullying/Disciplinary Issues: Staff and students do not tolerate bullying, harassment, and abuse; instances are rare.
Types of Extracurricular Activities: Students participate in various activities such as statutory training for crew and watchman, dinghy instructor, and the Duke of Edinburgh's Award.
Work Experience/Internships: All students participate in useful work experience and/or work-related experience.
Academic Performance: Most students achieve their qualifications and produce high-quality work.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Teachers identify and correct misunderstandings swiftly to improve students' quality of work.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Students are highly respectful of staff, peers, and visitors, and they respond to behavioural expectations quickly and willingly.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers use effective strategies to explain key concepts, making learning manageable and engaging.
Impact of Teaching on Progress: Teachers frequently check understanding, enabling students to improve their work quality.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Teachers plan and sequence the curriculum well, ensuring students develop skills progressively.
STEM Facilities: Apprentices at CECAMM appreciate the excellent facilities that enhance their learning experience.
School Culture and Ethos: Students value the highly inclusive and respectful culture created by leaders and staff.
Class Size: Typical class sizes allow for individual attention and supportive learning environments.
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The Isle of Wight College is a 16 Plus (Sixth Form), Co-Ed college located in Isle of Wight County, South East.
from age 16-99 yr.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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The fundamental principles of leadership, objectivity, transparency, fairness, respect, and accountability will guide our actions at all times. We'll establish and preserve a respectful workplace that emphasises prompt, pertinent, truthful, and transparent communication. We are expected to take responsibility for our own acts, own up to our mistakes, and respond to criticism by improving. We shall empower one another by promoting individual responsibility, accountability, creative problem-solving, and judicious risk-taking in all of our endeavours. We will be responsible for our own effective learning and growth, and we'll help everyone reach their full potential. By being inclusive, transparent, and actively involved with all stakeholders, we will create a collaborative and encouraging environment. We will make an effort to work effectively and efficiently in order to achieve the strategic goals and objectives of the college. We pledge to provide our customers with experiences that go above and beyond. We'll aim to foster an environment that allows business and personal life to coexist peacefully. Individual contributions, diversity, and cultural and professional disparities will all be acknowledged and respected. We will recognise and honour outstanding contributions to the organisation when it is appropriate. These college values were created with concern for the Nolan Principles, which establish the norms for public conduct.
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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 | - | 21.81 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | - | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 22.9 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 10.77% | 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 | 317 | 137 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 28% | 51.75% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 10% | 6.75% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 31% | 23.5% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 26% | 13.5% | 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 | - | 23.8 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | - | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 24.2 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 13.55% | 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 | 748 | 243 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 39% | 57.25% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 5.5% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 35% | 20.75% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 21% | 12.75% | 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 | - | 20.69 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | - | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 22.27 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 10.55% | 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 | 679 | 221 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 24% | 46.25% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 12% | 6.25% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 33% | 25.25% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 23% | 18% | 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 | - | 18.8 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | - | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 19.99 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 7.37% | 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 | - | 0 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 57 | 22.5% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 8% | 3.5% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 25% | 15% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 13% | 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 | 10.65 | 25.52 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | E | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 19.83 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 5.33% | 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 | - | 0 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 90 | 30.5% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 8% | 6.25% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 29% | 26% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 15% | 9.75% | 4.23% |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st 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 | 30th Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 20th 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 - 29th Jul 2025 |
