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Sir Jonathan North College
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- Blaby District LE2 6FU
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Sir Jonathan North College is a Secondary, Girls school located in Leicestershire, East Midlands.
It has 1172 students from age 11-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 19 : 1.
At this school, 64% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
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Welcome to the webpage for Sir Jonathan North College.
As the only girls' public school in Leicester and Leicestershire that accepts students of all faiths between the ages of 11 and 16, Sir Jonathan North is exceptional.
Sir Jonathan North is a neighbourhood that prides itself on inclusivity, friendliness, and achievement.
As part of the national Building Schools for the Future programme, the College received a partial rebuild worth $9 million in 2013, and as a result, each curriculum area now has high-quality, purpose-built facilities.
Our curriculum is extensive, varied, and well-balanced.
We also give kids a wide range of opportunities outside the classroom, from participating in sports, dancing, and theatre to getting ready for a Mission to Mars!
We are a Learning Community that appreciates each individual and strives for excellence in everything we do, according to the mission statement of our college.
Our students graduate from Sir Jonathan North as assured young ladies with the personal and social skills necessary to be a successful and happy member of society. They also have great academic credentials and a strong sense of who they are.
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As the only girls' public school in Leicester and Leicestershire that accepts students of all faiths between the ages of 11 and 16, Sir Jonathan North is exceptional.
Sir Jonathan North is a neighbourhood that prides itself on inclusivity, friendliness, and achievement.
As part of the national Building Schools for the Future programme, the College received a partial rebuild worth $9 million in 2013, and as a result, each curriculum area now has high-quality, purpose-built facilities.
Our curriculum is extensive, varied, and well-balanced.
We also give kids a wide range of opportunities outside the classroom, from participating in sports, dancing, and theatre to getting ready for a Mission to Mars!
We are a Learning Community that appreciates each individual and strives for excellence in everything we do, according to the mission statement of our college.
Our students graduate from Sir Jonathan North as assured young ladies with the personal and social skills necessary to be a successful and happy member of society. They also have great academic credentials and a strong sense of who they are.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
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B-
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B-
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| Ofset report | - | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-16 | 11-18 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Girls | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 19 | - | 18.1 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 64% | 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 | 0.55 | 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 | 55.6 | 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 | 64% | 31.38% | 29.96% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 79% | 45.79% | 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 | 91% | 33.82% | 25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 46% | 13.79% | 10.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 61% | 20.41% | 15.47% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.37 | 3.02 | 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 | 93% | 88.77% | 90.52% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 254 | 158 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 84.41% | 84.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 16% | 24.91% | 32.75% |
| School sixth forms | 15% | 13.73% | 29.73% |
| Sixth form colleges | 58% | 28.09% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | SP | 17.73% | 11.48% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 1.14% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 3.23% | 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 | 0.42 | 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 | 53.8 | 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 | 56% | 34.06% | 32.78% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 81% | 47.71% | 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 | 94% | 30.97% | 24.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 45% | 14.24% | 12.99% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 65% | 21.18% | 17.14% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.3 | 3.03 | 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 | 92% | 87.55% | 90.39% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 249 | 150 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 84% | 86.27% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 14% | 26.09% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 23% | 12.32% | 30.75% |
| Sixth form colleges | 53% | 28.5% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 17.05% | 11.13% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 0.86% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | SP | 2.73% | 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.
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 & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st Oct 2024 - 25th Oct 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 14th Apr 2025 - 25th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 14th Jul 2025 - 25th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 27th Aug 2024 - 20th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 26th Oct 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 13th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
19 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Sir Jonathan North College
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
