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Moor Park High School and Sixth Form
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- Preston PR1 6DT
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Requires Improvement |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
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Academic Progress: Most pupils achieve well at this school.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well, corridors are calm, and classrooms are orderly.
Qualifications and Training: Teaching assistants have received an extensive training programme.
Current Educational Practices: Teachers use the latest research to consider how the quality of education can be improved further.
Strengths and Challenges: Teachers feel valued and supported by senior leaders and governors.
Communication: Pupils and parents agree that leaders deal effectively with bullying.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents are happy with the school environment; the word ‘paramount’ indicates parent satisfaction.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders deal effectively with the rare acts of bullying.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders and governors have brought about considerable improvement since the previous inspection.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Staff and governors are well trained and know what to do if they have a concern about pupils’ safety or wellbeing.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Pupils are well trained on how to keep themselves safe.
Extracurricular Offerings: Comprehensive programme of clubs and activities including The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, drone building club, chess club, and butterfly club.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Younger pupils receive music tuition, which continues through Years 8 and 9 for those who wish to continue.
Career Counselling Services: Careers advice and guidance for all pupils from Year 7 to Year 13.
Preparation for Sixth Form: All learners move on to appropriate destinations after GCSEs and sixth form.
Managing and Supporting SEND: The special educational needs coordinator works closely with teachers and teaching assistants.
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About Us
Moor Park High School and Sixth Form is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Lancashire, North West.
It has 609 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 12 : 1.
At this school, 34% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
92.30% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools |
| Snobe grade |
B-
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B
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A
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Outstanding |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Girls |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 12.7 | - | 13.1 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 34% | 63% | 66% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 0.00% | 11.60% | - |
| 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 | -0.28 | 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 | 39.8 | 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 | 34% | 27.12% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 50% | 40.74% | 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% | 22.11% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 12% | 7.98% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 12% | 12.71% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.37 | 2.6 | 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 | 93% | 89.12% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 110 | 122 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 85% | 79.99% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 29% | 41.65% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 10% | 9.37% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 46% | 16.94% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 12% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 4.26% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 4.83% | 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 | 0.16 | 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 | 43.9 | 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 | 36% | 28.66% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 57% | 41.51% | 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 | 35% | 21.47% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 19% | 9.88% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 28% | 13.38% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.84 | 2.67 | 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 | 88% | 86.93% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 102 | 118 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 84% | 80.23% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 30% | 43.19% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 25% | 9.66% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 28% | 17.82% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 9.63% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 3.52% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 3.21% | 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 | -0.12 | 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 | 42.7 | 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 | 30% 10 | 27.81% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 58% 2 | 41.27% | 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 | 26% | 21.2% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 9% 2 | 9.97% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 14% | 13.93% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.52 | 2.66 | 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% | 91.76% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 94 | 113 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 86% | 83.76% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 44% | 41.01% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 16% | 10.33% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 27% | 17.56% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 14.91% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 5.24% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 2.84% | 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 | 0.1 | 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% 12 | 26.28% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 60% 11 | 38.78% | 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 | 18% | 18.19% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 7% 3 | 8.65% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 14% 1 | 12.36% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.68 | 2.51 | 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 | 89% | 79.62% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 95 | 109 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 84% | 69.73% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 27% | 35.01% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 18% | 9.64% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 39% | 19.1% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 5.5% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 4.58% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 2.13% | 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 | -0.55 | 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 | 35.9 | 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 | 28% | 28.01% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 49% | 42.17% | 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 | 22% | 19.59% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 10% | 12.1% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 13% | 13.37% | 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 | 93% | 83.93% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 107 | 118 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 89% | 64.71% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 39% | 42.45% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | - | 10.87% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 30% | 17.8% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 6.07% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 9% | 6.59% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 3% | 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 | 24.82 | 24.49 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 23.94 | 23.76 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.00% | 9.6% | 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 | 18 | 451 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 17% | 49.7% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 11% | 9.3% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 29% | 25.2% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 17% | 11.5% | 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 | 22.62 | 26.59 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 26.39 | 26.26 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 14.27% | 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 | 21 | 524 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 43% | 55.7% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 14% | 6.65% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 21% | 19.15% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 0% | 12.9% | 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 | 30.64 10 | 25.53 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 27.65 10 | 22.34 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 9.5% | 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 | 20 | 494 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 55% | 53.05% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 9.74% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 20% | 21.68% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 15% | 10.63% | 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 | 20.26 7 | 26.74 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | D | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 17.38 15 | 25.24 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 11.43% | 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 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 67.05% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 7.63% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 16.79% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 5.16% | 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 | 27.31 | 21.18 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.67 | 22.11 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 8.29% | 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 | - | 3 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 6 | 67.48% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 6.62% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 32% | 19.05% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 4.57% | 4.23% |
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st Oct 2024 - 25th Oct 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 - 20th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 26th Oct 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
12 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Moor Park High School and Sixth Form
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
