Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)
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Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group
- 16 Plus (Sixth Form)
- Newcastle-under-Lyme ST5 2GB
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| The quality of education | Outstanding |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Education programmes for young people | Outstanding |
| Adult learning programmes | Outstanding |
| Apprenticeships | Outstanding |
| Provision for learners with high needs | Outstanding |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Outstanding |
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Career Advice and Guidance: Learners access support from an expert careers guidance team.
Policies and Procedures: Positive environment; no tolerance for bullying.
Types of Extracurricular Activities: Wide range offered that suit talents and support career aspirations.
Work Experience/Internships: Well-planned encounters with work; plentiful opportunities.
Support for Sports/Arts: Participation in sports teams and performing arts is encouraged.
Academic Performance: Outstanding progress with high expectations. Students exceed course requirements.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Swift actions to improve underperformance.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Exemplary attendance and respectful interactions.
Impact of Teaching on Progress: Teachers plan content effectively; high-quality education.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Continuous improvements through training and collaboration.
STEM Facilities: State-of-the-art facilities supporting skills priorities.
Study Areas/Libraries: High-quality resources enhance learning experience.
School Culture and Ethos: Aspirational and supportive environment; excellent role models.
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About Us
Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group is a 16 Plus (Sixth Form), Co-Ed college located in Staffordshire, West Midlands.
from age 16-99 yr.
85.50% of students completing their main study programme.
This school rated Outstanding by recent Ofsted inspection.
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From entry level to degree level, we offer a broad choice of academic, vocational, and apprenticeship certifications together with the support resources you need to succeed. Over 8,000 students currently attend the College, which has experienced tremendous growth over the past ten years. These students are enrolled in full-time, part-time, higher education, and apprenticeship programmes.
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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 | 36.14 | 28.38 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 36.56 | 29.15 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 8.70% | 10.18% | 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 | 2171 | 156 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 48% | 56.38% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 11% | 8.28% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 26% | 24.13% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 11% | 8.33% | 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 | 38.36 | 31.86 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 38.66 | 31.28 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 9.5% | 14.4% | 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 | 2535 | 184 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 48% | 55.5% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 8% | 7.88% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 27% | 19.1% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 15% | 9.65% | 10.69% |
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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 | 29.24 3 | 28.49 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 28.60 1 | 28.13 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 3.3% | 9.02% | 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 | 1632 | 190 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 43% | 55.63% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 14% | 12.66% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 25% | 22.29% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 12% | 6.54% | 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 | 26.05 1 | 27.26 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 29.60 4 | 27.44 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 5.4% | 10.65% | 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 | 4 | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 290 | 33.03% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 9% | 8.19% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 26% | 16.5% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 2.47% | 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 | 27.74 | 26.45 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.6 | 27.17 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 3.5% | 8.78% | 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 | - | 1 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 263 | 39.07% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 10% | 8.76% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 24% | 22.62% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 2.86% | 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 - 3rd 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 | 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 - 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 - 21st Jul 2025 |
