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Putteridge High School
- Secondary
- Luton LU2 8HJ
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Not Previously Inspected |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Academic Progress: The standards of teaching and the achievements of pupils are good.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils show positive attitudes and are well-behaved.
Qualifications and Training: The majority of teachers have high expectations and strong subject knowledge.
Current Educational Practices: Teachers welcome opportunities provided by the trust and attend highly-rated courses.
Strengths and Challenges: Teaching has improved considerably, with effective lesson planning and engagement. Insufficient challenge for the most able is noted.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents appreciate the opportunities to be involved and believe the school is well-managed.
Communication: Parents receive frequent updates about their child's progress.
Parent Satisfaction: Most parents say that their child is well looked after and safe, though communication with SEND parents needs improvement.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Governors ensure statutory duties are met and manage conflicts effectively.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders have high expectations and are supported by effective governance to drive school improvements.
Managing Bullying and Safety: The school has effective policies for dealing with unacceptable behaviour, and bullying is rare. Pupils feel safe.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: High levels of supervision ensure safety; promoting emotional health and resilience is a priority.
Extracurricular Offerings: Pupils enjoy a wide range of enrichment activities including the Duke of Edinburgh's Award.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Extracurricular activities add significantly to personal development and welfare.
Outdoor Facilities: The school has specialist trampolining and gym equipment for SEND pupils.
Career Counselling Services: Good-quality careers advice ensures that pupils secure next steps in education and training.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Strong careers advice and guidance prepares pupils well for further education or training.
Managing and Supporting SEND: SEND pupils make good progress, but communication with SEND parents needs improvement.
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About Us
Putteridge High School is a top rated, Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Bedfordshire, East of England.
It has 1197 students from age 11-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.
At this school, 49% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
B-
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B-
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B-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-16 | 11-18 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 18.5 | - | 16.8 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 49% | 98% | 52% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | 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 | 0.25 | 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 | 47.3 | 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 | 49% | 34.61% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 62% | 49.94% | 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 | 49% | 39.44% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 17% | 11.72% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 23% | 18.33% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.09 | 3.12 | 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 | 90% | 93.42% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 177 | 218 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 89% | 91% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 29% | 23.92% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 10% | 11.67% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 49% | 46.83% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 8.33% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 0.92% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 1.42% | 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 | 0.1 | 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 | 48.3 | 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 | 46% | 38.94% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 61% | 52.24% | 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 | 31% | 36.35% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 17% | 13.53% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 21% | 20.71% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.19 | 3.26 | 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 | 94% | 94.75% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 163 | 210 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 92% | 92.83% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 36% | 24.83% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 10% | 12.67% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 45% | 47% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 8.58% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 0.92% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 1% | 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 | 0.09 | 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 | 45.9 | 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 | 39% 1 | 28.6% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 61% 1 | 44.67% | 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 | 21% | 29.67% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 11% 3 | 9.07% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 14% 2 | 13.87% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.97 | 2.89 | 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 | 94% | 94.18% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 110 | 185 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 84% | 90.45% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 35% | 24.55% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 5% | 8.45% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 45% | 49% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 8.36% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 1.45% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 7% | 2.18% | 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 | -0.11 | 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 | 40% | 31.87% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 62% | 49.53% | 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 | 17% | 28.4% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 8% | 9% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 12% | 13.67% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.78 | 3.16 | 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 | 91% | 93.73% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 112 | 184 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 78% | 89.27% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 35% | 21.55% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | - | 5.36% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 41% | 47.09% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 9.36% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 8% | 2.09% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 1.82% | 2.05% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
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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
18 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Putteridge High School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
