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The Priory School
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- North Hertfordshire SG5 2UR
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| Previous inspection | Satisfactory |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Achievement of pupils | Good |
| Quality of teaching | Good |
| Behaviour and safety of pupils | Good |
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Academic Progress: Student progress has improved and is now good.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Students are keen to learn and they behave well in lessons and around the school.
Qualifications and Training: Teaching is good and some is outstanding, with teachers well-prepared and using interesting activities.
Current Educational Practices: Most lessons are well planned with a range of interesting activities.
Strengths and Challenges: Teachers provide helpful feedback and support but need to encourage more independent learning.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents are overwhelmingly positive and engaged, providing feedback through questionnaires.
Communication: The school provides regular updates on student progress.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders have focused on raising standards and improving quality.
Actions for Quality Improvement: The management of teaching is good with support programs for teachers.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Students feel safe; bullying is rare and dealt with swiftly.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: The school tackles discrimination effectively and promotes welfare and safety well.
Extracurricular Offerings: There is an extensive range of after-school activities.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Sixth-form students make a positive contribution and achieve well.
Managing and Supporting SEND: The progress of disabled students and those with special educational needs is improving with extensive support.
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The Priory School is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Hertfordshire, East of England.
It has 1231 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1.
At this school, 44% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
98.00% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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The learning environment at The Priory School encourages high aspirations, high standards, and academic excellence. to give pupils the chance to acquire the fundamental virtues of responsibility, respect, and resilience. to ensure the wellbeing and safety of pupils at school in order to promote effective learning. We have a committed group of teachers, administrators, and governors at The Priory School who are convinced that every child has the potential and right to flourish. We must make sure that we have solid partnerships with parents and carers in order to entrench our pupils' learning. We will be able to establish the groundwork for your child's future success by cooperating and working toward the same educational objectives.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools |
| Snobe grade |
B
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B-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 15.4 | 15.4 |
| Proficient Math | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 44% | 30% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 19.10% | 3.80% |
| 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 | -0.07 | 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 | 48.1 | 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 | 44% | 37.35% | 29.96% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 65% | 50.5% | 42.99% |
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% | 30.28% | 25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 14% | 15.56% | 10.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 20% | 21.37% | 15.47% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.31 | 3.37 | 2.82 |
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 | 96% | 93.36% | 90.52% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 189 | 138 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 89.49% | 84.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 29% | 32.25% | 32.75% |
| School sixth forms | 59% | 47.62% | 29.73% |
| Sixth form colleges | 2% | 1.65% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 7.96% | 11.48% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 1.52% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 2.37% | 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 | - | 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 | 49.1 | 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 | 43% | 39.23% | 32.78% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 68% | 51.68% | 45.26% |
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 | 28% | 30.36% | 24.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 17% | 17.89% | 12.99% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 22% | 22.57% | 17.14% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.31 | 3.51 | 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 | 96% | 90.81% | 90.39% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 201 | 135 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 88.37% | 86.27% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 35% | 32.73% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 55% | 48.52% | 30.75% |
| Sixth form colleges | SP | 1.68% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | SP | 5.41% | 11.13% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 1.07% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 1.41% | 2.15% |
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 | 0.16 | 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 | 48 | 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% 3 | 33.34% | 29.24% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 67% 3 | 47.05% | 43.34% |
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 | 20% | 29.27% | 25.76% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 14% 5 | 15.54% | 11.44% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 18% 9 | 21.09% | 16.45% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.16 | 3.25 | 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 | 97% | 89.37% | 90.21% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 171 | 130 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 92% | 85% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 42% | 30.93% | 33.3% |
| School sixth forms | 48% | 47.29% | 31.15% |
| Sixth form colleges | 2% | 1.2% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 5.52% | 11.19% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 2.32% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 2.11% | 2.76% |
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 | 48.7 | 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% 3 | 34.96% | 29.18% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 64% 1 | 47.77% | 42.58% |
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 | 30% | 29.08% | 24.69% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 19% 4 | 16.17% | 11.29% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 27% 2 | 21.85% | 15.97% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.35 | 3.3 | 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 | 95% | 84.29% | 84.86% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 153 | 131 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 74.49% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 31% | 24.6% | 28.32% |
| School sixth forms | 56% | 47.98% | 31.51% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.5% | 9.07% |
| Other education destinations | - | 1.68% | 5.94% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 1.7% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 1.5% | 2.06% |
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 | 0.01 | 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 | 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% | 35.25% | 29.51% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 65% | 49.19% | 43.04% |
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 | 38% | 30.85% | 25.21% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 23% | 20.2% | 14.68% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 25% | 21.91% | 16.23% |
| 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 | 95% | 87.55% | 85.23% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 169 | 134 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 43.81% | 58.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 33% | 27.71% | 30.56% |
| School sixth forms | 56% | 48.14% | 32.11% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.37% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 2.63% | 5.75% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 3.21% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 1.74% | 2.46% |
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 | 35.97 | 32.74 | 29.99 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 37.4 | 31.59 | 29.55 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 19.10% | 15.43% | 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 | 80 | 150 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 58% | 63.36% | 58.59% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 0% | 4.46% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 35% | 21.3% | 21.14% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 7.42% | 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 | 34.14 | 36.9 | 33.4 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 34.33 | 35.3 | 32.48 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 12.9% | 20.26% | 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 | 89 | 180 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 69% | 64.63% | 60.66% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 3.55% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 16% | 18.52% | 17.72% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 3% | 9.21% | 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 | 32.43 | 32.57 | 29.38 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.15 1 | 32.16 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 10.2% | 16.46% | 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 | 76 | 182 | 231 |
| Students staying in education | 42% | 60.54% | 57.28% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 5.7% | 7.78% |
| Students entering employment | 41% | 22.9% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 12% | 6.93% | 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 | 32.69 2 | 31.83 | 29.02 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.27 1 | 31.93 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 17.0% | 16.88% | 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 | - | 1 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 22.77% | 31.48% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 3.32% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 13.42% | 15.8% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 2.94% | 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 | 30.44 | 30.74 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 34.04 | 31.86 | 27.74 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 19.1% | 16.88% | 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 | - | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 11 | 31.6% | 36.22% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 10% | 4.49% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 18% | 20.42% | 20.04% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 2.54% | 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 | 24th Jul 2025 - 2nd Sep 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 - 23rd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
15 : 1
Student teacher ratio at The Priory School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1