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Rayner Stephens High School
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Rayner Stephens High School
- Secondary
- Tameside SK16 5BL
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Based on the inspection date: 26 September 2023
Requires Improvement
| The quality of education | Requires Improvement |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Requires Improvement |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Requires Improvement |
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Academic Progress: Older pupils do not achieve as well as they could due to incomplete curriculum improvements at key stage 4.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Behaviour and conduct have improved with positive attitudes to learning, but some pupils frequently miss school.
Current Educational Practices: Some teachers do not design learning activities well or consistently use assessment strategies.
Strengths and Challenges: Weaknesses in curriculum delivery and inconsistent assessment practices are noted challenges.
Communication: School liaises with external agencies and parents.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parental engagement supports improving learning and attendance, though still in infancy.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Handled by the trustees and local governing body who offer sufficient challenge.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Revised policies and practices have led to improvements; further curriculum refinement needed.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Effective safeguarding arrangements are in place.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Pupils understand how to keep safe and mitigate risks.
Extracurricular Offerings: Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, sports, anti-bullying roles, fundraising, and community activities.
Career Counselling Services: Students participate in meaningful work placements and understand career routes.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Pupils prepared well for next steps with high success in entering further education or training.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Appropriate steps are taken to identify needs; however, curriculum weaknesses limit achievement for SEND pupils at key stage 4.
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About Us
Rayner Stephens High School is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Greater Manchester, North West.
It has 580 students from age 11-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1.
At this school, 30% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
This school rated Requires Improvement by recent Ofsted inspection.
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With our school name honouring one of Dukinfield's heroes, we are a school at the centre of our neighbourhood.
Local educator and reformer Joseph Rayner Stephens worked for and promoted the rights of the working class in the Dukinfield region throughout the 19th century.
We are a diverse 11–16 school that is a member of the Stamford Park Trust network of institutions.
At Rayner Stephens, students are urged to own ownership of their education and behaviour.
I'd like to welcome you to Rayner Stephens High School (Stamford Park Trust) on behalf of the faculty and students.
At Rayner Stephens, academic courses are clearly prioritised, with a focus on developing independent learners and literacy and numeracy abilities in particular.
Being a part of our school and the Stamford Park Trust at this time is fantastic.
In January 2021, Ashton Sixth Form College's Multi-Academy Trust, Stamford Park Trust, welcomed Rayner Stephens High School.
As we start to realise the advantages of an all-encompassing approach to 11–18 education in Tameside, we are excited by the potential this connection will present for the Rayner Stephens pupils.
Students at the school will profit from excellent teaching and learning, first-rate pastoral care, and a tight connection with Ashton Sixth Form College, among other things.
Every student, from year 7 to year 11, will have access to exceptional and one-of-a-kind possibilities to collaborate with Ashton Sixth Form and its university partners to support them in realising their goals and potential.
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Local educator and reformer Joseph Rayner Stephens worked for and promoted the rights of the working class in the Dukinfield region throughout the 19th century.
We are a diverse 11–16 school that is a member of the Stamford Park Trust network of institutions.
At Rayner Stephens, students are urged to own ownership of their education and behaviour.
I'd like to welcome you to Rayner Stephens High School (Stamford Park Trust) on behalf of the faculty and students.
At Rayner Stephens, academic courses are clearly prioritised, with a focus on developing independent learners and literacy and numeracy abilities in particular.
Being a part of our school and the Stamford Park Trust at this time is fantastic.
In January 2021, Ashton Sixth Form College's Multi-Academy Trust, Stamford Park Trust, welcomed Rayner Stephens High School.
As we start to realise the advantages of an all-encompassing approach to 11–18 education in Tameside, we are excited by the potential this connection will present for the Rayner Stephens pupils.
Students at the school will profit from excellent teaching and learning, first-rate pastoral care, and a tight connection with Ashton Sixth Form College, among other things.
Every student, from year 7 to year 11, will have access to exceptional and one-of-a-kind possibilities to collaborate with Ashton Sixth Form and its university partners to support them in realising their goals and potential.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
C+
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B-
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B-
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| Ofset report | Requires Improvement | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-16 | 11-18 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Boys |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 15.9 | - | 17.1 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 30% | 98% | 39% |
| 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 | -0.86 | 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 | 34.0 | 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 | 30% | 32.29% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 42% | 49.14% | 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 | 31% | 30.52% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 9% | 10.48% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 17% | 15.76% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 2.90 | 2.99 | 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 | - | 93% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 170 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 83.83% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 34.75% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | - | 1.42% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 47% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | - | 0.75% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3.92% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 5.33% | 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 | -1.06 | 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 | 34 | 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 | 24% | 33.19% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 47% | 48.24% | 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 | 13% | 24.86% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 8% | 12.43% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 11% | 17.14% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 2.88 | 2.92 | 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 | - | 93.33% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 170 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 86.92% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 37.67% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | - | 2% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 46.33% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | - | 0.67% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.92% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3.5% | 2.13% |
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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.
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.
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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 - 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 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
15 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Rayner Stephens High School
Local authority ratio 20 : 1