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Based on the inspection date: 10 May 2022
Requires Improvement
| The quality of education | Requires Improvement |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Requires Improvement |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Requires Improvement |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
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Academic Progress: Not all pupils make as much progress as they should.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Some pupils do not behave as well as they should; learning is occasionally disrupted.
Qualifications and Training: Some teachers lack the expertise and knowledge necessary to deliver aspects of subject curriculums consistently well.
Current Educational Practices: Teachers use assessment strategies increasingly effectively to identify what pupils have missed or forgotten.
Strengths and Challenges: Teachers struggle to design appropriate learning activities; need support to deliver curriculums consistently well.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents can participate in programs such as 'give a year to Trinity.'
Communication: Leaders act quickly to stop reported bullying and ensure effective communication about safety.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders provide access to professional development opportunities and consider staff well-being.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Governors do not always provide enough challenge to leaders about quality of education and attendance.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Leaders act quickly to stop reported bullying; provide extensive safeguarding training.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Staff build supportive relationships with families needing support.
Extracurricular Offerings: School provides various extracurricular activities supporting British values and citizenship.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Students supported to become independent learners through sixth-form study programs.
Outdoor Facilities: New school chapel offers a space for reflection and calm.
Career Counselling Services: Suitable careers programme prepares pupils for future education, training or employment.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Sixth-form students are provided with opportunities to become independent learners.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Some pupils with SEND do not receive enough support to access learning effectively.
Subjects Offered: Pupils learn a range of subjects, especially those attending specially resourced provision for hearing impairment.
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Trinity School is a Secondary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Cumbria, North West.
It has 1694 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 17 : 1.
At this school, 36% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
94.40% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Requires Improvement by recent Ofsted inspection.
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It is a privilege to be able to write to you in my first term as Headteacher of Trinity School. I am looking forward to working with you and meeting you at our regular parents' evenings and events. I offer a warm welcome to the parents/carers of our new Year 7 students and look forward to officially welcoming you to the Trinity community at our Year 7 Information Evening next week. A separate letter has gone out inviting you to this event. Welcome, too, to those joining us from other schools in Year 12. Mr. Winter, Assistant Head and Head of Sixth Form, will be meeting you at the Year 12 Information and Tutor Evening on 25th September. Both year groups have settled well, with 100% attendance in Year 7 on their first day. They are finding their way around, are making new friends and seem happy. Year 12 have been involved in a three-day induction programme which involved a variety of activities: first aid training, road safety awareness, teambuilding and sessions designed to set them up effectively for their academic studies that start on Monday. Everyone is eager to start.
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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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C+
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| Ofset report | Requires Improvement | Good | Requires Improvement |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-16 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 17.8 | 15.1 | 15.5 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 36% | 48% | 30% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 8.60% | - | - |
| 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 | -0.36 | 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 | 42.0 | 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 | 36% | 24.15% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 57% | 41.41% | 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 | 38% | 24.04% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 14% | 7.48% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 21% | 10.93% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.71 | 2.69 | 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 | 96% | 85.18% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 269 | 121 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 81% | 71.27% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 29% | 32.36% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 51% | 33.86% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | SP | 4.82% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 7.82% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 8% | 6.09% | 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 | -0.38 | 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 | 44.7 | 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 | 45% | 29.44% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 66% | 46.11% | 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 | 28% | 22.67% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 15% | 9.26% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 21% | 13.81% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.97 | 2.85 | 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% | 94.1% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 285 | 130 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 81% | 84.67% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 32% | 37.14% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 48% | 37.24% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 10.1% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 6.29% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 6% | 3.38% | 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 | -0.58 | 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 | 45.4 | 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 | 42% 1 | 24.46% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 69% | 41.75% | 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 | 40% | 20.96% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 16% 3 | 7.38% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 30% 5 | 11.63% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.07 | 2.75 | 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% | 94.26% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 237 | 127 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 81% | 78.63% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 30% | 32.16% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 51% | 36.26% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.05% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 10.32% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 10.32% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 6% | 5.26% | 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 | -0.49 | 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 | 45.5 | 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 | 43% 6 | 29.45% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 69% 7 | 47.77% | 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 | 31% | 27.86% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 19% 1 | 9.64% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 25% 3 | 15.09% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.95 | 3.11 | 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 | 98% | 89.11% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 243 | 134 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 86% | 73.83% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 30% | 36.44% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 55% | 36.67% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 0.33% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 10.5% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 4.44% | 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 | -0.36 | 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 | 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% | 30.32% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 62% | 48.64% | 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 | 36% | 26.59% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 18% | 11.77% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 22% | 13.27% | 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% | 92.94% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 236 | 141 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 89% | 80% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 33% | 38.31% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 56% | 40.25% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 6.44% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 11% | 13.38% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 7% | 6.69% | 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 | 30.96 | 25.75 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.48 | 26.42 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 8.60% | 12.17% | 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 | 121 | 79 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 68% | 45.75% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 8% | 17.94% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 21% | 19.81% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 2% | 6.88% | 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 | 34.16 | 29.03 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 35.17 | 28.03 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 15.6% | 13.95% | 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 | 134 | 91 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 64% | 50.44% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 9% | 12.63% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 16% | 18.13% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 4% | 9.69% | 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 | 29.56 | 28.01 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 30.63 | 29.29 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 9.4% | 13.56% | 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 | 145 | 112 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 68% | 47.33% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 12% | 23.07% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 14% | 19.4% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 7.13% | 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 | 29.60 1 | 26.53 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 30.99 4 | 28.54 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 9.6% | 10.35% | 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 | - | 0 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 25 | 14.33% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 9% | 13.93% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 18% | 16.53% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 4.2% | 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 | 30.37 | 24.73 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 34.63 | 28.66 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 6.7% | 15.18% | 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 | - | 0 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 34 | 16.92% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 9% | 13.69% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 22% | 20.92% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 3% | 4.08% | 4.23% |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th 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 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 21st Jul 2025 - 2nd Sep 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th Sep 2024 - 27th 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 | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 20th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
17 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Trinity School
Local authority ratio 17 : 1