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The Marches School
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- Oswestry SY11 2AR
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
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Academic Progress: Most classrooms are calm spaces that support learning
Behaviour and Attitudes: High expectations of behaviour that pupils understand and are keen to meet
Strengths and Challenges: Occasionally plans are not implemented well enough, teachers' subject knowledge is not always secure
Communication: Leaders should ensure actions taken are shared with pupils when they report bullying
Parent Satisfaction: Parents and the community are well informed
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: School supports pupils to modify their behaviour
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders monitor the impact of their actions very carefully
Managing Bullying and Safety: Pupils feel safe and are well cared for
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Program for personal development is comprehensive
Extracurricular Offerings: Pupils are enthusiastic about the many experiences and opportunities provided
Managing and Supporting SEND: Pupils with SEND are very well supported
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The Marches School is a top rated, Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Shropshire County, West Midlands.
It has 1383 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 14 : 1.
At this school, 38% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
84.40% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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You may obtain more information about The Marches School's Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) services below. There is a plethora of information about groups, events, organisations, and services that can assist professionals and parents in Shropshire in the Local Authority Local Offer, which can be found here. The Mainwaring Hub serves as the headquarters for The Marches School's Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) assistance. The Mainwaring Hub is a building within the school that strives to encourage inclusiveness and eliminate the learning obstacles that many pupils face. In order to alleviate any concerns about "big schools," young people can use this facility during social hours before school, during break, and during lunch. The idea behind the Hub is to create an environment which is more relaxing and calm than a regular classroom, helping students to feel at ease and promoting learning confidence in mainstream lessons through support and encouragement. The Hub is also the base for many interventions including literacy, numeracy, social skills, bush craft, mentoring and emotional support and it is also there for those who just want a general chat with a cup of tea! Along with a group of teaching assistants, the Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator (SENCO) is housed at the Mainwaring Hub and available to support and assist students at the school with their academic and social growth. Mrs. Holdsworth is the SEN coordinator at Marches School. She can be reached at 01691 664429 or via email at [email protected].
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 14.9 | - | 18.6 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 38% | 98% | 46% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 11.30% | 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 | -0.34 | 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 | 43.2 | 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 | 38% | 23% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 61% | 35.89% | 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 | 59% | 16% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 17% | 6.55% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 31% | 9.91% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.85 | 2.28 | 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 | 89% | 91.9% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 271 | 142 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 77% | 80.52% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 24% | 20.29% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 27% | 13.9% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 21% | 41.33% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 5% | 5.19% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 4.43% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 9% | 6.95% | 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 | -0.72 | 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 | 44.4 | 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% | 27.74% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 65% | 41.16% | 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 | 69% | 20% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 29% | 9.16% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 41% | 13.3% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.36 | 2.52 | 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 | 83% | 92.29% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 251 | 138 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 76% | 85.76% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 24% | 26.29% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 39% | 14.1% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 10% | 39.52% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 5.9% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 2.57% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 4% | 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 | -0.17 | 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 | 45.4 | 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 | 40% 1 | 25.73% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 65% 4 | 39.82% | 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 | 63% | 22.03% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 27% 7 | 9.03% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 47% 7 | 14.09% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.24 | 2.53 | 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 | 93% | 93.67% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 219 | 119 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 81% | 84.4% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 34% | 29.33% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 27% | 16.73% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 19% | 30.47% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 7.8% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 4.67% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 7% | 4.6% | 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 | -0.18 | 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 | 44.7 | 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 | 39% 6 | 26.63% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 61% | 39.22% | 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 | 70% | 23.16% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 20% 16 | 9.91% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 40% | 14.94% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.17 | 2.54 | 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 | 92% | 96% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 233 | 132 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 78% | 80.93% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 33% | 24.64% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 31% | 19.36% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 10% | 32.93% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | 4% | 8.29% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 3.5% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 7% | 3.36% | 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 | -0.06 | 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 | 46.5 | 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 | 45% | 25.13% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 61% | 38.58% | 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 | 69% | 23.29% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 36% | 13.87% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 40% | 16.52% | 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 | 90% | 95.54% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 250 | 134 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 86% | 77.46% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 55% | 39.54% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 24% | 18.38% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 6% | 23.38% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 9.23% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 9% | 6.31% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 3.23% | 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 | 29.38 | 33.32 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 29.91 | 34 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 11.30% | 16.78% | 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 | 77 | 221 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 64% | 55.75% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 7.75% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 21% | 27% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 6% | 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 | 35.45 | 38.01 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 35.07 | 37.4 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 15.2% | 22.98% | 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 | 94 | 251 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 60% | 57% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 4.88% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 22% | 23.5% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 10% | 11.88% | 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 | 36.18 2 | 34.5 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 34.77 1 | 34.28 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 24.1% | 22.83% | 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 | 68 | 221 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 65% | 52% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 3% | 9.71% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 24% | 28.71% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 9% | 6.57% | 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 | 34.46 4 | 33.95 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.88 | 33.89 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 7.5% | 18.52% | 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 | - | 3 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 32.43% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 5.86% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 16.14% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 2.43% | 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 | 30.36 | 30.47 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.79 | 31.96 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 16.9% | 18.34% | 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 | 5 | 34.29% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 7.14% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 17% | 21.29% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 1.14% | 4.23% |
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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 - 6th Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 14th Apr 2025 - 25th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 21st Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 3rd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 7th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 20th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
14 : 1
Student teacher ratio at The Marches School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
