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St Dunstan's School
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St Dunstan's School
- Secondary
- Glastonbury BA6 9BY
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Inadequate |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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St Dunstan's School is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Somerset, South West.
It has 441 students from age 11-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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We make sure students are equipped with the knowledge, values, and credentials needed to continue their study and contribute positively to society.
The school was rated as "Good" by Ofsted in July 2018.
Their goals for the school, each student, and the community are "very ambitious."
Click here for more information about the Ofsted report.
In North East Somerset, a number of schools collaborate as a Multi-Academy Trust (MAT), and they have prospered because of it.
St. Dunstan's School gains from resource and knowledge exchange with other MAT schools.
As part of an ongoing initiative to ensure that the school is an exciting environment with modern facilities to promote high quality learning, the school has undergone considerable renovations in recent years.
Our school offers a friendly, enthusiastic environment where children can be themselves.
We hold all of our pupils to extremely high standards.
Every student should feel proud to be a part of our school community, as it is what we aim for.
Students at our school continue to do well on exams and advance above what is expected by the government.
I firmly think that education should not only be hard, demanding, motivating, and difficult, but also enjoyable with instruction that promotes a positive attitude, enjoyment, and close bonds.
As the headteacher of St. Dunstan's School, I am really proud of our achievements and am eager to share them with you.
When you visit St. Dunstan's School, I'm confident you'll see why I and our staff and students are so proud of it.
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The school was rated as "Good" by Ofsted in July 2018.
Their goals for the school, each student, and the community are "very ambitious."
Click here for more information about the Ofsted report.
In North East Somerset, a number of schools collaborate as a Multi-Academy Trust (MAT), and they have prospered because of it.
St. Dunstan's School gains from resource and knowledge exchange with other MAT schools.
As part of an ongoing initiative to ensure that the school is an exciting environment with modern facilities to promote high quality learning, the school has undergone considerable renovations in recent years.
Our school offers a friendly, enthusiastic environment where children can be themselves.
We hold all of our pupils to extremely high standards.
Every student should feel proud to be a part of our school community, as it is what we aim for.
Students at our school continue to do well on exams and advance above what is expected by the government.
I firmly think that education should not only be hard, demanding, motivating, and difficult, but also enjoyable with instruction that promotes a positive attitude, enjoyment, and close bonds.
As the headteacher of St. Dunstan's School, I am really proud of our achievements and am eager to share them with you.
When you visit St. Dunstan's School, I'm confident you'll see why I and our staff and students are so proud of it.
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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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B
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-16 | 11-16 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 15.6 | 17.8 | 17.2 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
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 | 0.11 | 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 | 45.3 | 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 | 52% | 23.09% | 32.7% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 60% | 33.04% | 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 | 31% | 13.29% | 24.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 17% | 6.38% | 12.93% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 25% | 9% | 17.08% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.78 | 2.37 | 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 | 80% | 89.33% | 90.41% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 61 | 128 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 72% | 82.82% | 86.28% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 70% | 51.15% | 34.06% |
| School sixth forms | 2% | 12.36% | 30.68% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 10.21% | 10.44% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 9.12% | 11.12% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 4.52% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 2.06% | 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 | 0.26 | 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 | 45.3 | 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 | 32% 5 | 19.67% | 29.2% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 60% 1 | 31.12% | 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 | 54% | 15.84% | 25.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 3% 3 | 6.16% | 11.41% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 17% 6 | 9.78% | 16.42% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.71 | 2.36 | 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% | 88.22% | 90.21% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 67 | 134 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 84% | 79.11% | 84.05% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 82% | 49.48% | 33.38% |
| School sixth forms | 1% | 14.3% | 31.08% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 12.04% | 8.48% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 3.48% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 12% | 5.85% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 3.26% | 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 | -0.04 | 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 | 45.3 | 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 | 37% 18 | 20.8% | 29.12% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 61% 7 | 33.33% | 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 | 24% | 15.2% | 24.65% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 6% | 5.85% | 11.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 11% 2 | 9.09% | 15.92% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.64 | 2.43 | 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 | 90% | 84.96% | 84.86% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 72 | 139 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 79% | 76.14% | 73.89% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 76% | 46.89% | 28.38% |
| School sixth forms | - | 12.46% | 31.43% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 8% | 9.11% |
| Other education destinations | - | 5.11% | 5.91% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 4.75% | 2.97% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.61% | 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 | -0.15 | 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 | 41.5 | 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 | 19% | 22.18% | 29.45% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 54% | 35.39% | 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 | 15% | 15.95% | 25.18% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 6% | 8.48% | 14.63% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 9% | 9.98% | 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 | 88% | 87.74% | 85.18% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 91 | 149 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 71.63% | 58.14% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 87% | 52.26% | 30.59% |
| School sixth forms | - | 16.19% | 32.04% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 10.07% | 9.01% |
| Other education destinations | - | 5.26% | 5.68% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 7.89% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.19% | 2.46% |
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Holidays 2023/24
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 23rd Oct 2023 - 27th Oct 2023 |
| Winter Holidays | 18th Dec 2023 - 1st 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 | 25th Jul 2024 - 2nd Sep 2024 |
Terms Dates 2023/24
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th Sep 2023 - 22nd Oct 2023 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 28th Oct 2023 - 17th Dec 2023 |
| Spring Term | 2nd 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 - 24th Jul 2024 |
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