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Kesgrave High School
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- Kesgrave IP5 2PB
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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: Strong subject knowledge by teachers has positive impact on pupils’ progress.
Behaviour and Attitudes: School is calm and orderly with positive relationships between pupils and staff.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers have strong subject knowledge and engage in educational research.
Current Educational Practices: Teachers use strategies that help pupils learn best.
Strengths and Challenges: Teachers plan learning logically and sequence lessons well.
Parent Satisfaction: Most pupils enjoy attending school and trust staff to keep them safe.
Opportunities for Involvement: The house system supports pupil mentoring opportunities.
Communication: Parents are informed via Ofsted Parent View.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders handle conflicts effectively and have a clear rewards and sanctions system.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders drive initiatives to improve the school and adapt curriculum post-COVID.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying is dealt with effectively; pupils feel safe.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Strong sense of community, respect, and celebration of differences.
Extracurricular Offerings: Pupils study a broad range of subjects and are engaged in local learning opportunities.
Career Counselling Services: Sixth formers receive high-quality careers advice.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Students benefit from a broad Key Stage 5 curriculum offer.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Leaders know pupils' needs well; effective support plans are in place.
Subjects Offered: Broad subject range but low uptake in modern foreign languages at Key Stage 4.
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Kesgrave High School is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Suffolk, East of England.
It has 1841 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1.
At this school, 53% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
91.50% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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With 180 students enrolled, Kesgrave High School was inaugurated in 1931 by Captain Harrison, the headmaster. It's an exhilarating moment to be a student here in 2019 with over 1830 students enrolled. Both a National Teaching School and a National Research School Partner designation have been given to the institution. The three period day, which is now extensively utilised in schools across the nation, was invented in Kesgrave. A very comprehensive and balanced curriculum is guaranteed and delivered through our curriculum design. All pupils complete the compulsory topics for the National Curriculum, and in Years 8 and 9, they are able to choose which GCSEs to take.
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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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B-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-16 | 11-19 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 15.6 | 15.1 | 16 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 53% | 48% | 28% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 14.40% | - | 3.30% |
| 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 | 0.10 | 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 | 47.9 | 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 | 53% | 27.21% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 73% | 41.83% | 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% | 18.17% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 7% | 7.12% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 8% | 10.69% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.95 | 2.77 | 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 | 96% | 88.49% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 310 | 140 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 87% | 81.35% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 17% | 38.96% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 71% | 32.35% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 4.88% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 5.24% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 3.37% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 3.76% | 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 | 0.32 | 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 | 52.8 | 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 | 59% | 27.91% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 80% | 41.74% | 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 | 9% | 16.55% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 7% | 8.38% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 8% | 11.29% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.3 | 2.84 | 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 | 96% | 91.24% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 317 | 139 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 89% | 86.3% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 23% | 39.28% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 65% | 35.58% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 4.88% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 6.44% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 2.52% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 2.46% | 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 | -0.28 | 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 | 47.5 | 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 | 41% | 26.24% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 65% 8 | 42.5% | 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% | 24.5% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 10% 2 | 9.22% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 15% | 14.43% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.99 | 3.05 | 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 | 96% | 93.32% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 287 | 137 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 89% | 85.48% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 25% | 36.73% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 62% | 37.89% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 8.27% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 2.66% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 4.59% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 3.27% | 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 | -0.28 | 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 | 48.6 | 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 | 41% 2 | 27.79% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 73% 10 | 43.5% | 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 | 21% | 21.2% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 12% 2 | 7.92% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 15% 4 | 12.59% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.17 | 3.05 | 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 | 99% | 88.36% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 281 | 148 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 88% | 77.17% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 23% | 33.1% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 63% | 37.07% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 5.86% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 1.43% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 9% | 4.88% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 2.98% | 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 | -0.47 | 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 | 44.2 | 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 | 39% | 27.84% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 63% | 43.98% | 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 | 16% | 21.47% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 10% | 10.55% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 11% | 11.63% | 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 | 98% | 89.82% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 283 | 161 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 95% | 66.32% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 27% | 37.55% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 67% | 37.5% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 6.66% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 1.45% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 6.68% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 3.39% | 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 | 33.24 | 27.91 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.88 | 28.39 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 14.40% | 11.94% | 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 | 137 | 240 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 46% | 49.86% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 11% | 8.05% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 35% | 28.95% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 10.09% | 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 | 35.26 | 29.83 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 36.1 | 29.21 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 8.6% | 14.39% | 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 | 178 | 314 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 51% | 53.1% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 10% | 5.86% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 30% | 27.33% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 10.14% | 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 | 28.32 | 27.68 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 28.52 | 28.27 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 5.7% | 11.89% | 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 | 178 | 278 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 54% | 51.19% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 13% | 8.33% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 26% | 29% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 7.9% | 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 | 28.45 1 | 27.91 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 28.90 4 | 27.94 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 5.6% | 11.35% | 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 | 5 | 4 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 47 | 49.05% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 10% | 6.81% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 28% | 23.19% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 3% | 3.43% | 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 | 29.45 | 26.76 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.88 | 27.01 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 9.2% | 11.18% | 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 | 8 | 3 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 30 | 46.42% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 7% | 9.04% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 20% | 26.46% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 3.25% | 4.23% |
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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 | 23rd 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 - 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 Kesgrave High School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1