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Ulverston Victoria High School
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Ulverston Victoria High School
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- Ulverston LA12 0EB
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| The quality of education | Good |
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Academic Progress: Pupils typically make good progress; the most able make rapid progress.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils display a strong understanding of technical language and facts due to teachers’ subject expertise.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers have sophisticated subject expertise.
Current Educational Practices: Teachers adjust teaching based on precise questioning.
Strengths and Challenges: Teaching is effective but needs to better support middle-ability pupils.
Opportunities for Involvement: Plenty of extracurricular activities are available for pupils.
Communication: All concerns are dealt with immediately and effectively.
Parent Satisfaction: Almost all parents feel their children are safe; however, some believe bullying isn’t dealt with effectively.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Conflicts are handled immediately and effectively.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders should focus on improving the progress of disadvantaged pupils.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Safeguarding systems are fit for purpose, with regular training for staff.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Almost all parents feel children are safe, but bullying reports need better handling.
Extracurricular Offerings: Curriculum offers music, sport, art; pupils can learn chess, self-defence, dance, etc.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Extracurricular activities complement academic responsibilities well.
Outdoor Facilities: Outdoor facilities include orienteering and climbing.
Career Counselling Services: Sixth form offers highly specialized teaching; many pupils proceed to university.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Sixth form culminates a rich curriculum; over half achieve A* to B grades.
Subjects Offered: Pupils achieve in English, mathematics, science, law, French, German, art, textiles, drama, and music.
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Ulverston Victoria High School is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Cumbria, North West.
It has 1338 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1.
At this school, 51% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
94.80% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools |
| Snobe grade |
C+
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A
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B-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-19 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 15.4 | - | 15.7 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 51% | 34% | 29% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 17.50% | - | 8.70% |
| 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 | 0.12 | 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 | 51.2 | 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% | 26.31% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 71% | 42.47% | 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 | 25% | 13.28% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 17% | 6.53% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 20% | 9.03% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.50 | 2.66 | 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% | 95.91% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 224 | 104 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 76% | 82.35% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 42% | 38.13% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 34% | 30.26% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.26% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 13.65% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 17% | 8.78% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 5% | 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 | -0.1 | 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 | 49% | 31.39% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 70% | 46.19% | 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 | 25% | 16.77% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 20% | 9.32% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 24% | 12.06% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.55 | 2.91 | 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 | 98% | 87.7% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 206 | 103 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 79% | 75.87% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 37% | 41.52% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 41% | 29.09% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.57% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | SP | 4.7% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 17% | 7.52% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 4.61% | 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 | 0.22 | 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 | 52.6 | 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 | 50% 2 | 28.32% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 74% 1 | 44.57% | 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 | 44% | 17.71% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 27% 5 | 8.57% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 36% 13 | 12.71% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.73 | 3 | 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% | 97.52% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 204 | 101 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 87% | 86.33% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 46% | 42.76% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 39% | 30.24% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.14% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 13.29% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 10% | 8.76% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 2.52% | 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 | 0.14 | 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 | 52.9 | 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% 1 | 29.85% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 73% 5 | 45.37% | 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 | 26% | 18.89% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 22% 1 | 9.7% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 23% 2 | 13.48% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.66 | 2.82 | 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 | 97% | 82.19% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 177 | 107 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 76% | 67.71% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 33% | 34.81% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 42% | 32.1% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.05% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 0.14% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 7.43% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3.14% | 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 | -0.16 | 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 | 50.1 | 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 | 53% | 29.07% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 78% | 46.15% | 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 | 35% | 20.7% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 23% | 13.07% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 25% | 14.48% | 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% | 86.9% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 183 | 116 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 45.35% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 46% | 37.1% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 37% | 31.95% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 8% | 6% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 0.25% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 11% | 10.8% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 2.35% | 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 | 38.77 | 27.79 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 37.87 | 25.79 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 17.50% | 11.06% | 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 | 131 | 121 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 63% | 52% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 11% | 8.77% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 21% | 28.38% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 4% | 6.77% | 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 | 41.57 | 31.76 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 40.44 | 31.19 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 23.8% | 16.96% | 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 | 152 | 165 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 61% | 53.23% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 14% | 8.31% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 17% | 24.77% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 8.92% | 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 | 32.76 2 | 30.81 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.31 2 | 29.08 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 16.3% | 15.39% | 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 | 130 | 177 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 62% | 52% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 12% | 9% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 15% | 24.67% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 8.58% | 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 | 34.39 1 | 28.8 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 35.00 2 | 28.69 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 15.6% | 10.85% | 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 | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 9 | 14.67% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 10% | 4.75% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 8% | 10.42% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 4% | 1.67% | 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 | 33.8 | 26.85 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 37.28 | 27.89 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 18.3% | 11.16% | 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 | 19 | 23.15% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 6.31% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 17% | 19.38% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 4.54% | 4.23% |
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Holidays & terms
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 - 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 - 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 | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 20th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
15 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Ulverston Victoria High School
Local authority ratio 17 : 1