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Laurence Jackson School
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Laurence Jackson School
- Secondary
- Guisborough TS14 6RD
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
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Academic Progress: Pupils are achieving increasingly well, but ongoing work is needed to ensure all pupils make expected progress.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Most pupils respond positively to staff and share ambitions; suspensions have risen but are being managed.
Strengths and Challenges: Staff model learning well and provide useful feedback; some curriculums need further development.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents speak positively about improvements and changes at the school.
Parent Satisfaction: Overall, parents and carers speak positively about the improvements that have taken place.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders have reshaped the curriculum and embedded high expectations for behaviour.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Staff hard work has embedded high expectations for pupils' behavior.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Bespoke provisions support vulnerable pupils and those with SEND.
Extracurricular Offerings: Pupils encouraged in sport, drama, music; specific clubs for vulnerable pupils.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: School ensures personal development, careers, and extra-curricular activities are accessible.
Career Counselling Services: The school's careers provision benefits from links with partners from the world of work, education, and training.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Pupils with SEND are well supported to fully access the curriculum.
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Laurence Jackson School is a top rated, Secondary, Co-Ed school located in North Yorkshire, North East.
It has 1239 students from age 11-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 17 : 1.
At this school, 39% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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At Laurence Jackson School, we have created a strong community where students and staff can work together respectfully. Our students are encouraged to reach their full potential because they are valued as distinctive individuals. We are happy with their growth and successes both in the classroom and in a range of extracurricular activities. All of our students should take advantage of the possibilities provided by the school in order to grow into intelligent, eloquent, self-assured, and responsible adults. We have high expectations for our kids and provide them with the support they need to achieve.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Outstanding |
| Age range | 11-16 | 11-18 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 17.9 | - | 20.1 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 39% | 98% | 62% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | 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 | -0.26 | 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 | 45.8 | 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 | 39% | 25.67% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 62% | 37.56% | 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 | 23% | 22.28% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 14% | 9.61% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 20% | 14.78% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.81 | 2.25 | 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 | 94% | 87.91% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 240 | 116 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 80% | 78.91% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 46% | 41.18% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 1% | 2.45% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 32% | 19.18% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 16.09% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 8% | 3.82% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 5% | 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 | -0.51 | 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 | 46.9 | 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 | 47% | 28.53% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 67% | 41.18% | 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 | 24% | 21% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 15% | 9.94% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 19% | 14.59% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.97 | 2.46 | 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 | - | 89.3% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 106 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 85.1% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 47.1% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | - | 3.9% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 14.3% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | - | 19.7% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 1.6% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.5% | 2.13% |
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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.
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.
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 | 24th Feb 2025 - 28th 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 - 23rd Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 1st Mar 2025 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 21st Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
17 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Laurence Jackson School
Local authority ratio 17 : 1
