Wakefield College - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)

Wakefield College
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The quality of education Good
Behaviour and attitudes Good
Personal development Good
Leadership and management Good
Education programmes for young people Good
Adult learning programmes Good
Apprenticeships Good
Provision for learners with high needs Good
Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Good
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Career Advice and Guidance: Effective careers programme helps students make informed choices about their next steps.
Policies and Procedures: Effective arrangements for safeguarding are in place.
Handling Bullying/Disciplinary Issues: Staff respond quickly to safeguarding concerns such as domestic abuse.
Work Experience/Internships: Employers provide high-quality work placements and 'industry insight days.'
Academic Performance: High proportion of learners and apprentices achieve their qualifications.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Effective actions taken to improve retention and completion rates.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Positive attitude in both theory and practical skills sessions.
Impact of Teaching on Progress: Teachers use their expertise to carefully sequence learning.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Regular evaluations inform staff training and development.
Strengths/Challenges: Areas for improvement have been identified and actions are in place.
STEM Facilities: Selby College and Castleford College emphasize engineering and construction.
Study Areas/Libraries: Good access to public transport and facilities across three colleges.
School Culture and Ethos: Calm and inclusive classrooms with high expectations of behaviour and conduct.
Class Size: Class sizes and engagement help maintain a positive learning environment.
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Wakefield College is a 16 Plus (Sixth Form), Co-Ed college located in West Yorkshire, Yorkshire and The Humber.

from age 16-99 yr.

82.30% of students completing their main study programme.

This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.

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Wakefield College is located in the centre of the Wakefield area, which is part of the City of Wakefield in West Yorkshire. The College, which has been offering instruction and training in Wakefield and the neighbourhood since 1868, is the biggest college in the District and has a distinguished history. The College currently operates out of three main hubs and provides instruction throughout the district in community settings.
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Very good teacher-student ratio in degree courses. Teachers are always willing to assist the students and study tools are readily available. May not be generous in marks allocation however, very good interactive didactic sessions.
A level exam result

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A level Result School LA England
Average points 27.14 28.08 29.99
Average grade C- - -
Average points (Best 3) 28.14 26.79 29.55
Average Grade (Best 3) C- - -
AAB or higher 3.30% 11.49% 13.64%

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Students destinations School LA England
Number of students 935 270 201
Students staying in education 28% 47% 58.59%
Students entering apprenticeships 12% 9.7% 6.08%
Students entering employment 29% 23.3% 21.14%
Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study 22% 15.4% 9.05%

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A level Result School LA England
Average points 27.66 32.26 33.4
Average grade C- - -
Average points (Best 3) 26.71 31.05 32.48
Average Grade (Best 3) C- - -
AAB or higher 4.9% 17.75% 17.69%

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Students destinations School LA England
Number of students 1746 353 248
Students staying in education 38% 52.5% 60.66%
Students entering apprenticeships 8% 5.4% 5%
Students entering employment 23% 22.1% 17.72%
Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study 24% 16.2% 10.7%

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 23.33 2 25.06 29.38
Average grade D+ - -
Average points (Best 3) 24.66 24.16 28.64
Average Grade (Best 3) D+ - -
AAB or higher 2.3% 8.48% 13.04%

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Students destinations School LA England
Number of students 1680 428 231
Students staying in education 26% 44.75% 57.28%
Students entering apprenticeships 15% 11% 7.78%
Students entering employment 29% 24.38% 20.99%
Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study 22% 17.25% 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 21.56 24.63 29.02
Average grade D - -
Average points (Best 3) 24.81 1 24.6 28.82
Average Grade (Best 3) D+ - -
AAB or higher 0.0% 9.6% 13.34%

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Students destinations School LA England
Number of students 4 9 3
Students staying in education 190 60.63% 31.48%
Students entering apprenticeships 11% 10.38% 5.54%
Students entering employment 30% 23.88% 15.8%
Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study 8% 11% 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 21.52 25.35 26.73
Average grade D - -
Average points (Best 3) 23.94 27.66 27.74
Average Grade (Best 3) D+ - -
AAB or higher 1.4% 12.25% 12.63%

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Students destinations School LA England
Number of students 4 0 3
Students staying in education 221 48.86% 36.22%
Students entering apprenticeships 15% 10.86% 6.37%
Students entering employment 29% 22.29% 20.04%
Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study 13% 4.29% 4.23%
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Holidays 2024/25

Holidays Date
Autumn Half Term Holidays 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024
Winter Holidays 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd 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 23rd Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025

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Autumn Term 2nd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024
Autumn Term-2 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024
Spring Term 4th 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 - 22nd Jul 2025
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