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Sheringham High School
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- Sheringham NR26 8ND
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
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Academic Progress: Pupils are learning well, teachers accurately identify and support pupils who have gaps in their knowledge.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Most pupils behave well, lessons and corridors are calm and orderly.
Qualifications and Training: Most teachers have good subject knowledge and present information clearly.
Current Educational Practices: Teachers make appropriate adaptations to support pupils’ learning.
Strengths and Challenges: Staff talk in glowing terms about the support from school leaders.
Communication: Leaders ensure that parents are informed about their child's progress and school events.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents can use Ofsted Parent View to give opinions on their child’s school.
Parent Satisfaction: 64 comments from parents and carers in the free-text facility were considered.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders are aware of issues and taking action to address them.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders focus on developing a new curriculum and a behaviour improvement plan.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Most pupils do not worry about bullying; it is dealt with effectively by staff.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Safeguarding leaders secure appropriate help to address concerns, involving external agencies where appropriate.
Extracurricular Offerings: Pupils appreciate the variety of trips and visits available to them.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Extracurricular activities are provided alongside academic responsibilities.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Provision for those with SEND is carefully planned.
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Sheringham High School is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Norfolk, East of England.
It has 703 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1.
At this school, 37% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
91.70% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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90% of pupils who took the GCSE in English received a mark 4 or higher, upholding the subject's excellent level. This, along with the Maths pass-rate, places the school in the top tier in the County and Country for top line English and Maths results but also, based on current data, for Value Added; the amount by which students progress between KS2 and KS4. Couple these successes with outstanding Science, Humanities, Languages and Arts results over the last 5 years, on average, students at SHS will each make more than a third of a grade more than the national average expectation.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
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| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-16 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 15 | 15.1 | 17.7 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 37% | 48% | 47% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 10.70% | - | - |
| 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 | -0.03 | 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 | 44.5 | 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 | 37% | 27.37% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 67% | 42.67% | 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 | 59% | 27.3% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 17% | 9.71% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 27% | 14.55% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.04 | 2.73 | 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 | 97% | 87.16% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 119 | 125 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 88% | 79.79% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 31% | 39.27% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 57% | 25.75% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 6.49% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 8.29% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 2.94% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 6% | 4.43% | 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 | 0.01 | 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 | 48.5 | 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 | 41% | 30.19% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 70% | 44.51% | 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 | 58% | 26.78% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 11% | 11.14% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 25% | 16.73% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.5 | 2.81 | 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 | 97% | 92.5% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 122 | 125 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 92% | 87.73% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 44% | 41.76% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 45% | 27.06% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 7.26% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 11.66% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 2.45% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 2.39% | 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 | 0.46 | 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 | 52.7 | 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 | 54% 23 | 28.24% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 75% 12 | 44.56% | 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 | 58% | 25.91% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 35% 21 | 9.71% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 51% 16 | 15.03% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.95 | 2.82 | 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 | 95% | 89.89% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 110 | 119 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 84% | 83.26% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 46% | 40.91% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 35% | 25.41% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 6.44% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 10.54% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 3.81% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 2.81% | 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 | 0.22 | 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 | 47.6 | 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 | 31% 14 | 23.92% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 63% 11 | 37.69% | 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 | 63% | 21.14% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 14% 18 | 7.8% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 35% 2 | 11.92% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.43 | 2.42 | 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 | 96% | 80.34% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 110 | 124 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 89% | 71.85% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 38% | 34.3% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 42% | 25.57% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 8.09% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 2.79% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.85% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.66% | 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 | 0.51 | 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 | 51.6 | 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 | 45% | 24.7% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 74% | 38.88% | 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 | 75% | 20.87% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 32% | 10.74% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 37% | 11.91% | 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 | 96% | 80.8% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 136 | 130 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 57.66% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 32% | 37% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 48% | 25.1% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 7.68% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 3.8% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 5.39% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 2.34% | 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 | 32.14 | 30.69 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.86 | 30.35 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 10.70% | 11.98% | 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 | 71 | 219 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 39% | 48.88% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 1% | 7.48% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 38% | 28.96% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 14% | 9.84% | 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 | 36.39 | 35.18 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 36.54 | 33.15 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 11.1% | 15.89% | 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 | 59 | 301 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 34% | 53.36% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 3% | 5.92% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 40% | 24.16% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 22% | 11.48% | 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 | 26.27 4 | 29.87 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 25.81 7 | 28.38 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 12.57% | 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 | 81 | 250 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 36% | 47.48% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 7.48% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 34% | 29.16% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 17% | 11.16% | 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 | 30.14 2 | 29.14 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.90 3 | 29.4 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 15.2% | 11.99% | 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 | - | 1 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 42.84% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 6.72% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 26.28% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 3.84% | 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 | 28.12 | 23.91 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 29.85 | 24.77 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 4.5% | 8.85% | 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 | - | 1 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 16 | 51.77% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 9% | 8.45% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 28% | 26.91% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 4.23% | 4.23% |
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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 - 22nd 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 | 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 | 23rd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
15 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Sheringham High School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
