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Queen Elizabeth School
- Secondary
- Kirkby Lonsdale LA6 2HJ
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
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Academic Progress: Benefit from a well-thought-out curriculum; enjoy learning and achieve well
Behaviour and Attitudes: Behaviour is exemplary; attitudes to learning are noteworthy
Qualifications and Training: Passionate teachers with high subject-specific expertise
Strengths and Challenges: Some teachers do not address misconceptions quickly; pupils do not learn as well as they should
Opportunities for Involvement: Students in sixth form run clubs for younger pupils
Parent Satisfaction: Parents can give their views on Ofsted Parent View
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Staff deal with bullying swiftly and effectively
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders provide necessary training for staff to deliver personal development programme
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying is rare and dealt with effectively
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Strong culture of safeguarding; all staff are well-trained
Extracurricular Offerings: Wide variety of clubs available, such as the ‘Pride Group’ and steel pan band club
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Pupils spoke enthusiastically about various clubs offered while maintaining academic rigor
Career Counselling Services: Access to appropriate careers education, information, advice and guidance
Preparation for Sixth Form: Students in the sixth form are well-prepared for their next steps
Managing and Supporting SEND: SEND students benefit from a well-thought-out curriculum and relevant information shared with staff
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Queen Elizabeth School is a top rated, Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Cumbria, North West.
It has 1185 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 13 : 1.
At this school, 63% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
97.30% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Values The core of QES is values. They have a major role in how we live here. They direct our behaviour, control our impulsive behaviour, support our viewpoint, and cement our relationships. The QES Values, a set of straightforward, unquestionable principles, have developed over 400 years to guide our community's activities and mould the lives of individuals both now and in the future. They are what makes a QES education unique: for the full person, for the rest of one's life. My values. Since 1591, our motto has been Scholarship & Care. It's straightforward: kids can't learn unless they're content, secure, and healthy. Every student at QES is loved very much, and we will do everything in our power to surround them with that love whenever they need it. With care and encouragement, our students excel in their academics and develop into well-rounded young adults who are prepared to enter the world.
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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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C+
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Requires Improvement |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 13.2 | - | 13 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 63% | 98% | 51% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 15.10% | 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 | 0.43 | 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 | 57.9 | 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 | 63% | 26.31% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 87% | 42.47% | 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 | 48% | 13.28% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 26% | 6.53% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 38% | 9.03% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.13 | 2.66 | 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 | 98% | 95.91% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 103 | 104 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 96% | 82.35% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 12% | 38.13% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 83% | 30.26% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 1% | 0.26% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 13.65% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 8.78% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 5% | 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 | 0.61 | 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 | 64.6 | 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 | 81% | 31.39% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 91% | 46.19% | 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 | 61% | 16.77% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 47% | 9.32% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 54% | 12.06% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.88 | 2.91 | 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 | 99% | 87.7% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 126 | 103 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 98% | 75.87% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 16% | 41.52% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 80% | 29.09% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.57% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 4.7% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 7.52% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 4.61% | 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 | 0.38 | 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 | 57.1 | 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 | 57% 1 | 28.32% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 86% 10 | 44.57% | 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 | 55% | 17.71% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 31% 10 | 8.57% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 44% 15 | 12.71% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.21 | 3 | 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 | 99% | 97.52% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 223 | 101 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 86.33% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 29% | 42.76% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 58% | 30.24% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 2% | 0.14% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 13.29% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 8.76% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 2.52% | 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 | 0.28 | 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 | 53.3 | 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 | 58% 1 | 29.85% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 76% 4 | 45.37% | 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 | 39% | 18.89% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 21% 11 | 9.7% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 29% 6 | 13.48% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.67 | 2.82 | 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 | 98% | 82.19% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 214 | 107 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 67.71% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 25% | 34.81% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 65% | 32.1% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.05% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 0.14% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 7.43% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 3.14% | 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 | 0.09 | 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 | 52.6 | 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 | 57% | 29.07% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 80% | 46.15% | 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 | 50% | 20.7% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 32% | 13.07% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 35% | 14.48% | 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 | 99% | 86.9% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 224 | 116 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 45.35% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 37.1% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 68% | 31.95% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 6% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 0.25% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 10.8% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.35% | 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 | 36.22 | 27.79 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 35.8 | 25.79 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 15.10% | 11.06% | 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 | 81 | 121 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 52% | 52% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 8.77% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 30% | 28.38% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 10% | 6.77% | 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 | 37.91 | 31.76 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 37.57 | 31.19 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 23.0% | 16.96% | 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 | 89 | 165 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 54% | 53.23% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 3% | 8.31% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 28% | 24.77% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 8.92% | 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 | 34.69 1 | 30.81 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 36.43 2 | 29.08 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 17.1% | 15.39% | 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 | 160 | 177 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 66% | 52% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 9% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 22% | 24.67% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 8.58% | 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 | 35.41 2 | 28.8 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 38.33 3 | 28.69 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 14.2% | 10.85% | 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 | 3 | 1 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 37 | 14.67% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 4.75% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 27% | 10.42% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 1.67% | 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 | 33.71 | 26.85 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 35.74 | 27.89 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 11.7% | 11.16% | 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 | - | 0 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 35 | 23.15% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 2% | 6.31% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 21% | 19.38% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 4.54% | 4.23% |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 25th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 6th 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 | 21st Jul 2025 - 2nd Sep 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th Sep 2024 - 24th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 7th 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 - 20th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
13 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Queen Elizabeth School
Local authority ratio 17 : 1