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St Bede's Roman Catholic High School, Blackburn
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St Bede's Roman Catholic High School, Blackburn
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- Blackburn with Darwen BB2 4SR
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| Previous inspection | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Achievement of pupils | Good |
| Quality of teaching | Good |
| Behaviour and safety of pupils | Outstanding |
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St Bede's Roman Catholic High School, Blackburn is a Secondary, Co-Ed, Roman Catholic school located in Lancashire, North West.
It has 1057 students from age 11-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Our school enjoys an enviable reputation in Blackburn with Darwen and throughout Lancashire for upholding rigorous academic standards, model student conduct, and offering exceptional chances for our students to be motivated and succeed.
We now have a fantastic array of resources and facilities thanks to the investment in our building, which gives our teachers and students a huge advantage to engage in high-quality teaching and learning.
However, excellent schools are not created by structures.
Great schools are vibrant communities that place a strong emphasis on interpersonal relationships.
The support of our parents and the commitment of our staff, who are entirely committed to the children they serve, are the cornerstones of St. Bede's success.
Importantly, this is supported by our Catholic mission, beliefs, and ethos.
In order to provide students the chance to flourish and excel, we want to create a positive, challenging, and effective learning environment at St. Bede's. We think that this is best accomplished through a partnership between parents, students, and teachers.
We are motivated by the message of the Gospel, which declares that "for one who believes," anything is possible. (\sGuide maintain the teachings of the Catholic Church.
Work with courage, vigour, and determination.
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Our school enjoys an enviable reputation in Blackburn with Darwen and throughout Lancashire for upholding rigorous academic standards, model student conduct, and offering exceptional chances for our students to be motivated and succeed.
We now have a fantastic array of resources and facilities thanks to the investment in our building, which gives our teachers and students a huge advantage to engage in high-quality teaching and learning.
However, excellent schools are not created by structures.
Great schools are vibrant communities that place a strong emphasis on interpersonal relationships.
The support of our parents and the commitment of our staff, who are entirely committed to the children they serve, are the cornerstones of St. Bede's success.
Importantly, this is supported by our Catholic mission, beliefs, and ethos.
In order to provide students the chance to flourish and excel, we want to create a positive, challenging, and effective learning environment at St. Bede's. We think that this is best accomplished through a partnership between parents, students, and teachers.
We are motivated by the message of the Gospel, which declares that "for one who believes," anything is possible. (\sGuide maintain the teachings of the Catholic Church.
Work with courage, vigour, and determination.
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Secondary Exam Result
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 | 0.07 | 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 | 49.2 | 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 | 49% | 40.1% | 32.7% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 75% | 54.14% | 45.2% |
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% | 42.71% | 24.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 26% | 9.43% | 12.93% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 38% | 14.43% | 17.08% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.51 | 3.24 | 2.96 |
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% | 84.36% | 90.41% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 200 | 131 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 83% | 79.86% | 86.28% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 57% | 38.86% | 34.06% |
| School sixth forms | 2% | 20.43% | 30.68% |
| Sixth form colleges | 24% | 15.79% | 10.44% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 4.57% | 11.12% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 2.57% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 6% | 1.93% | 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.
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 | -0.06 | 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 | 48.2 | 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 | 51% 4 | 43.67% | 29.2% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 76% 2 | 62.83% | 43.33% |
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 | 12% | 38.22% | 25.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 6% | 17.28% | 11.41% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 9% | 26.17% | 16.42% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.01 | 3.82 | 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 | 93% | 93% | 90.21% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 181 | 129 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 77% | 84.18% | 84.05% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 52% | 34.36% | 33.38% |
| School sixth forms | 4% | 23.55% | 31.08% |
| Sixth form colleges | 20% | 17.64% | 8.48% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 8.91% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 13% | 7% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 2% | 2.77% |
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 | -0.06 | 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 | 47.4 | 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 | 47% 4 | 42% | 29.12% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 78% 3 | 58.89% | 42.55% |
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 | 10% | 44.44% | 24.65% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 6% 5 | 21.06% | 11.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 9% 3 | 28.39% | 15.92% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.92 | 3.77 | 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 | 94% | 96.9% | 84.86% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 192 | 123 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 83% | 86.5% | 73.89% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 61% | 34.8% | 28.38% |
| School sixth forms | 4% | 22.4% | 31.43% |
| Sixth form colleges | 18% | 13.3% | 9.11% |
| Other education destinations | - | 10.6% | 5.91% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 5.2% | 2.97% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 3% | 2.07% |
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 | 48.2 | 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 | 43% | 45.41% | 29.45% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 75% | 65.12% | 43.01% |
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 | 14% | 39.76% | 25.18% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 11% | 23.94% | 14.63% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 12% | 26.35% | 16.18% |
| 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 | 92% | 80.63% | 85.18% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 185 | 127 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 42.5% | 58.14% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 64% | 30.88% | 30.59% |
| School sixth forms | 4% | 34% | 32.04% |
| Sixth form colleges | 22% | 9% | 9.01% |
| Other education destinations | - | 0.13% | 5.68% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 11% | 8.38% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 1.75% | 2.46% |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2023/24
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 23rd Oct 2023 - 27th Oct 2023 |
| Winter Holidays | 25th Dec 2023 - 5th Jan 2024 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 12th Feb 2024 - 16th Feb 2024 |
| Spring Holidays | 29th Mar 2024 - 12th Apr 2024 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 27th May 2024 - 31st May 2024 |
| Summer Holidays | 23rd Jul 2024 - 30th Aug 2024 |
Terms Dates 2023/24
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 1st Sep 2023 - 22nd Oct 2023 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 28th Oct 2023 - 24th Dec 2023 |
| Spring Term | 6th Jan 2024 - 11th Feb 2024 |
| Spring Term-2 | 17th Feb 2024 - 28th Mar 2024 |
| Summer Term | 13th Apr 2024 - 26th May 2024 |
| Summer Term-2 | 1st Jun 2024 - 22nd Jul 2024 |
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16 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St Bede's Roman Catholic High School, Blackburn
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
