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Waseley Hills High School
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- Bromsgrove B45 9EL
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Based on the inspection date: 06 December 2023
Requires Improvement
| The quality of education | Requires Improvement |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Requires Improvement |
| Personal development | Requires Improvement |
| Leadership and management | Requires Improvement |
| Previous inspection grade | Requires Improvement |
| Sixth-form provision | Requires Improvement |
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Behaviour and Attitudes: Calm learning environment achieved
Academic Progress: Some pupils struggle to recall prior learning.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils' behaviour is improving but is not yet good.
Academic Progress: Closing gaps with SEND pupils remains crucial
Qualifications and Training: New capable leaders and teachers have been appointed.
Qualifications and Training: Increased subject leads enhance expertise
Current Educational Practices: Consistent assessment strategies improving learning
Strengths and Challenges: Specialist support aids teacher monitoring
Current Educational Practices: Assessment effectively used in some lessons, less so in others.
Strengths and Challenges: Significant variations in curriculum delivery.
Opportunities for Involvement: More opportunities for trips and visits post-COVID-19.
Communication: Parents can use Ofsted Parent View to give their opinion.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents’ feedback is considered during inspections.
Opportunities for Involvement: Leadership opportunities welcome by students
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders are diligent in ensuring pupils who need help get it timely.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Positive changes since new principal's appointment.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Effective governance strengthening accountability
Actions for Quality Improvement: Staffing additions and curriculum revision ongoing
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying is rare and dealt with by teachers.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Staff well trained in keeping children safe.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Strong systems address low-level concerns
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Timely action supports vulnerable pupils
Extracurricular Offerings: Pupils enjoy taking part in sporting events.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Leaders planning more trips to enhance learning.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Leadership roles promote engagement
Career Counselling Services: School provides appropriate future career opportunities.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Plans for more visitors to discuss next steps.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Refined strategies aid SEND learning outcomes
Managing and Supporting SEND: Provision for pupils with SEND is inconsistent.
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About Us
Waseley Hills High School is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Worcestershire, West Midlands.
It has 732 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1.
At this school, 46% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
85.70% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Requires Improvement by recent Ofsted inspection.
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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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B-
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| Ofset report | Requires Improvement | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 13-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 15.8 | - | 17.3 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 46% | 98% | 54% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 3.80% | 35.00% | 15.80% |
| 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 | -0.35 | 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 | 43.6 | 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 | 46% | 25.84% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 65% | 38.17% | 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 | 42% | 22.83% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 15% | 8.17% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 26% | 12.38% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.85 | 2.68 | 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% | 94.97% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 113 | 150 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 81% | 86.8% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 50% | 30.83% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 29% | 26.91% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 1% | 13.86% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 15.09% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 3.71% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 10% | 4.51% | 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 | -0.22 | 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 | 46.5 | 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 | 40% | 27.6% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 69% | 39.97% | 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 | 50% | 23.41% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 18% | 11.03% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 30% | 15.74% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.17 | 2.75 | 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 | 97% | 91.31% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 126 | 146 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 92% | 86.26% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 55% | 33.34% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 29% | 27.8% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 6% | 13.2% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 11.89% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 2.29% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 2.77% | 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 | -0.17 | 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 | 46.6 | 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 | 38% 3 | 25.21% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 70% 8 | 40.9% | 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 | 34% | 27.37% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 14% 12 | 9.65% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 25% 22 | 15.88% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.09 | 2.87 | 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% | 94.71% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 131 | 142 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 87.53% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 50% | 34.44% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 27% | 26.38% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 12% | 12.59% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 14.18% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 4.44% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 2.97% | 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 | -0.75 | 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 | 42.1 | 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 | 35% 7 | 27.98% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 62% 5 | 42.12% | 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 | 4% | 25.18% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 2% 2 | 9.76% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 3% 4 | 14.78% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.42 | 2.97 | 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 | 95% | 87.15% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 136 | 146 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 89% | 77.62% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 60% | 26.71% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 26% | 28.79% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 9.15% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 9.06% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3.47% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.32% | 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 | -0.48 | 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 | 43.3 | 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 | 28% | 29.08% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 57% | 43.18% | 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 | 13% | 25.26% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 4% | 13.44% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 7% | 15.08% | 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 | 95% | 90.24% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 154 | 151 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 67.35% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 55% | 28.44% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 36% | 30.03% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 10.85% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 7.65% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 5.38% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3.26% | 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 | 30.17 | 29.14 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 30.38 | 28.64 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 3.80% | 12.04% | 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 | 45 | 130 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 71% | 51.67% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 9% | 6.71% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 16% | 27.83% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 0% | 9.75% | 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 | 33.81 | 33.19 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.81 | 32.66 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 14.3% | 17.06% | 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 | 34 | 168 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 47% | 56.67% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 12% | 6.67% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 27% | 21.63% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 9% | 11.13% | 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 | 25.78 1 | 28.82 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 28.33 1 | 27.59 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 7.7% | 11.29% | 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 | 43 | 135 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 60% | 54.91% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 12% | 11.3% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 14% | 21.17% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 8.52% | 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 | 24.48 1 | 29.22 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 27.22 1 | 30.91 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 6.7% | 11.79% | 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 | - | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 8 | 24.57% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 14% | 8.91% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 23% | 20.61% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 2.17% | 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 | 23.75 | 27.51 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 26.3 | 28.61 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 12.08% | 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 | - | 1 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 10 | 27.45% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 12% | 9.59% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 17% | 24.36% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 9% | 3.32% | 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 | 14th Apr 2025 - 25th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 22nd Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| 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 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 21st Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
15 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Waseley Hills High School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
