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Landau Forte College
- 3.7 (3 reviews)
- Secondary
- Derby DE1 2LF
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| The quality of education | Outstanding |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Sixth-form provision | Outstanding |
| Previous inspection grade | Outstanding |
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Academic Progress: Pupils achieve incredibly well.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils show highly positive attitudes to learning.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers receive high-quality bespoke weekly professional development.
Current Educational Practices: School ensures teachers stay current with educational practices.
Strengths and Challenges: Teachers have become highly effective at presenting information to pupils.
Opportunities for Involvement: Leaders always seek the views of stakeholders.
Communication: Leaders engage meaningfully and regularly with stakeholders.
Parent Satisfaction: Pupils value the strong relationships they have with all staff.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders make intelligent and precise actions to improve outcomes.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders are insistent on making continuous improvement.
Managing Bullying and Safety: All pupils feel safe and happy at Landau.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: The school is inclusive, and pupils feel safe and respected.
Extracurricular Offerings: There are a rich set of extra-curricular activities, something for everyone.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: High levels of support help students to balance academics and extracurricular activities.
Career Counselling Services: Students in the sixth form benefit from highly skilled teaching.
Managing and Supporting SEND: SEND pupils receive everything they need to be successful here.
Subjects Offered: The curriculum is broad and inclusive including option subjects in Year 9.
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Landau Forte College is a top rated, Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Derbyshire, East Midlands.
It has 1240 students from age 11-19 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.
At this school, 62% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
98.80% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Outstanding by recent Ofsted inspection.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
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| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
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| Ofset report | Outstanding | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-19 | 11-18 | 11-19 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
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| Student teacher ratio | 18.3 | - | 12.6 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 62% | 98% | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 25.00% | 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 | 0.40 | 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 | 54.5 | 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 | 62% | 29.27% | 29.96% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 81% | 43.96% | 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 | 52% | 22.92% | 25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 26% | 9.58% | 10.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 36% | 14% | 15.47% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.98 | 2.7 | 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 | 94% | 86.39% | 90.52% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 167 | 145 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 92% | 78.11% | 84.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 43% | 42.39% | 32.75% |
| School sixth forms | 47% | 19.22% | 29.73% |
| Sixth form colleges | 1% | 2.67% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 13.83% | 11.48% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 3.89% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 4.22% | 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 | 0.59 | 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 | 56.6 | 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 | 65% | 32.77% | 32.78% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 79% | 47% | 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 | 54% | 24.88% | 24.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 35% | 11.62% | 12.99% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 47% | 15.46% | 17.14% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.27 | 2.97 | 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 | 93% | 89.06% | 90.39% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 167 | 140 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 82.44% | 86.27% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 33% | 42% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 54% | 19.78% | 30.75% |
| Sixth form colleges | 2% | 2.22% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 18.44% | 11.13% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 2.44% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 4.06% | 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 | 0.66 | 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 | 55.9 | 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 | 59% | 33.89% | 29.24% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 82% 4 | 49.42% | 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 | 50% | 25.47% | 25.76% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 30% 2 | 10.42% | 11.44% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 40% 5 | 15.26% | 16.45% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.04 | 3.1 | 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% | 89.8% | 90.21% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 161 | 162 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 89% | 78.4% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 31% | 40.7% | 33.3% |
| School sixth forms | 56% | 29.8% | 31.15% |
| Sixth form colleges | 2% | 2.4% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 5.3% | 11.19% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 4.3% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 6.7% | 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 | 0.53 | 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 | 54.8 | 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% 8 | 32.53% | 29.18% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 78% 6 | 48% | 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 | 54% | 25.47% | 24.69% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 32% 13 | 10.82% | 11.29% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 45% 26 | 15.29% | 15.97% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.99 | 3 | 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 | 97% | 89.89% | 84.86% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 164 | 158 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 86% | 69.89% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 32% | 38.11% | 28.32% |
| School sixth forms | 54% | 29.22% | 31.51% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 1.78% | 9.07% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 9.33% | 5.94% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 8% | 5.67% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 2.56% | 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 | 0.37 | 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 | 51% | 29.19% | 29.51% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 72% | 40.31% | 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 | 21% | 13.13% | 25.21% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 19% | 7.88% | 14.68% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 19% | 8.75% | 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 | 97% | 80.44% | 85.23% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 167 | 162 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 95% | 69.44% | 58.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 28% | 41.44% | 30.56% |
| School sixth forms | 65% | 30.44% | 32.11% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 2.44% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 0% | 5.75% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 8% | 6.67% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 3.22% | 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 | 39.16 | 28.54 | 29.99 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 37.19 | 26.55 | 29.55 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 25.00% | 13.53% | 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 | 108 | 293 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 68% | 53.25% | 58.59% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 7% | 6.25% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 20% | 20.38% | 21.14% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 14.63% | 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 | 43.21 | 31.38 | 33.4 |
| Average grade | B+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 43.37 | 28.67 | 32.48 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 39.1% | 19.14% | 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 | 134 | 398 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 71% | 62.38% | 60.66% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 4.5% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 12% | 12.38% | 17.72% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 14.13% | 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 | 36.32 | 27.9 | 29.38 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 34.15 | 26.02 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 19.3% | 11.07% | 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 | 140 | 436 | 231 |
| Students staying in education | 71% | 61.29% | 57.28% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 7% | 9.29% | 7.78% |
| Students entering employment | 15% | 17.29% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 4% | 8% | 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 | 36.33 4 | 25.37 | 29.02 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 34.91 2 | 24.32 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 18.2% | 10.42% | 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 | - | 0 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 10 | 53.83% | 31.48% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 10% | 7.83% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 8% | 12.83% | 15.8% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 2% | 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 | 32.51 | 23.44 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 36.67 | 23.43 | 27.74 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 26.3% | 10.21% | 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 | - | 0 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 27 | 57.5% | 36.22% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 7.17% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 21% | 20% | 20.04% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 4% | 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 | 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
18 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Landau Forte College
Local authority ratio 20 : 1