One Sixth Form College - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2024)
One Sixth Form College
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One Sixth Form College
- 16 Plus (Sixth Form)
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| The quality of education | Outstanding |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Not Previously Inspected |
| Education programmes for young people | Outstanding |
| Provision for learners with high needs | Outstanding |
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Career Advice and Guidance: Students receive useful guidance to move on to further education, training or employment.
Policies and Procedures: Strong culture of safeguarding with relevant policies and procedures to keep students safe.
Training of Safeguarding Leads: Safeguarding team is experienced and suitably qualified with good community links.
Types of Extracurricular Activities: Broad range of extra opportunities are provided to extend learning beyond curriculum requirements.
Support for Sports/Arts: Additional qualifications and skills competitions help improve skills to meet industry standards.
Academic Performance: Most students achieve their qualifications, many with high grades, and progress to prestigious universities.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Teachers support students diligently to improve their work and overcome barriers.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Students’ behaviour is exceptionally good around the college, in classrooms and workshops.
Mix of A,Levels and Vocational Courses: Approximately half of level 3 students study A-level programs, the remaining are split between vocational and mixed programs.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers are highly qualified and experienced with dedicated time to enhance their classroom skills.
Impact of Teaching on Progress: Teachers use assessment carefully to identify what students have learned and to inform future teaching.
Strengths/Challenges: High-quality teaching with areas needing improvement in assessing English and mathematics skills.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Leaders monitor the quality of teaching effectively across the college, ensuring high standards.
STEM Facilities: Students gain valuable additional qualifications in air conditioning and hybrid vehicle maintenance.
Study Areas/Libraries: Students appreciate excellent learning spaces and study areas.
School Culture and Ethos: Inclusive and welcoming environment where all feel welcome.
Class Size: Typical class size allows for effective learning and individual support.
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One Sixth Form College is a 16 Plus (Sixth Form), Co-Ed college located in Suffolk, East of England.
It has 2252 students from age 16-19 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 23 : 1.
94.10% of students completing their main study programme.
This school rated Outstanding by recent Ofsted inspection.
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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 | 31.44 | 27.91 | 29.99 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 31.43 | 28.39 | 29.55 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 7.00% | 11.94% | 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 | 854 | 240 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 46% | 49.86% | 58.59% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 11% | 8.05% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 32% | 28.95% | 21.14% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 10.09% | 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 | 32.41 | 29.83 | 33.4 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 31.87 | 29.21 | 32.48 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 6.2% | 14.39% | 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 | 1077 | 314 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 51% | 53.1% | 60.66% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 8% | 5.86% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 31% | 27.33% | 17.72% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 10% | 10.14% | 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 | 30.79 1 | 27.68 | 29.38 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 31.90 | 28.27 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 6.9% | 11.89% | 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 | 809 | 278 | 231 |
| Students staying in education | 51% | 51.19% | 57.28% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 10% | 8.33% | 7.78% |
| Students entering employment | 29% | 29% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 7.9% | 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 | 31.21 1 | 27.91 | 29.02 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 31.42 1 | 27.94 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 7.7% | 11.35% | 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 | 49 | 4 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 222 | 49.05% | 31.48% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 9% | 6.81% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 29% | 23.19% | 15.8% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 3.43% | 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 | 30.72 | 26.76 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.24 | 27.01 | 27.74 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 4.1% | 11.18% | 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 | 29 | 3 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 218 | 46.42% | 36.22% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 13% | 9.04% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 31% | 26.46% | 20.04% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 3.25% | 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 | 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 - 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 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
23 : 1
Student teacher ratio at One Sixth Form College
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
