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Withernsea High School
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Withernsea High School
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- Withernsea HU19 2EQ
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
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Academic Progress: Pupils' work shows understanding, but assessment consistency needs improvement.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are focused in lessons; behaviour is calm and respectful.
Current Educational Practices: Assessment not yet fully consistent across subjects.
Strengths and Challenges: Plans for SEND pupils need regular updates; assessment inconsistency.
Communication: School communicates well; some parents found it supportive during pandemic.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders analyse behaviour records carefully; address issues effectively.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Curriculum significantly changed since 2018; EBacc participation increased.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Pupils feel safe; bullying is rare and handled well.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Visible staff presence, clear rules and routines, flexible provision for varied needs.
Extracurricular Offerings: Added drama to the curriculum; diverse activities.
Career Counselling Services: Careers information and guidance effective; works with external agencies.
Managing and Supporting SEND: SEND plans need frequent updates; teachers need current info for proper adjustments.
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Withernsea High School is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in East Riding of Yorkshire County, Yorkshire and The Humber.
It has 759 students from age 11-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1.
At this school, 37% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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The Key Stage 3 Badminton team and the Year 8 football squad both triumphed in their respective championships on Thursday, November 26, at Beverley's Longcroft School. On Friday, January 10, Year 9 pupils will receive their vaccinations. For the morning immunisation session, students may dress in their PE shirts or white short-sleeved shirts to speed up the process. Please submit signed consent forms as soon as possible to the main school office. All slips must be turned in, including any that state that consent was not provided. Please call the school office at 01964 613133 or Carol Clark, the immunisation nurse, at 07718 192106 if you have any questions or concerns. Withernsea High School staff and students are collecting non-perishable food items once more to support some of the most vulnerable people in the area this Christmas after the success of their previous initiatives. Withernsea High School students will return to Middleton Hall in the spring of 2020 with a brand-new dance production that is inspired by the stars of the silver screen. This follows their 2019 celebration of pop idols and the qualities that characterise them.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools |
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B
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A-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Outstanding |
| Age range | 11-16 | 11-18 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Girls |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 16 | - | 16.3 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 37% | 63% | 61% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | 11.60% | 11.50% |
| 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 | -0.05 | 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 | 42.2 | 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 | 37% | 30.08% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 59% | 45.38% | 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 | 21% | 24.23% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 10% | 10.27% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 17% | 14.81% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.54 | 3.03 | 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 | 87% | 95.48% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 126 | 155 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 70% | 86.24% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 29% | 30.29% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 4% | 25.86% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 37% | 15.71% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 14.24% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 9% | 5.24% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 8% | 4% | 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 | -0.13 | 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 | 43.9 | 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 | 42% | 33.4% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 66% | 49.52% | 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 | 19% | 22.68% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 10% | 11.64% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 15% | 15.88% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.6 | 3.23 | 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 | 91% | 95.52% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 113 | 153 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 76% | 88.76% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 23% | 31.29% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 1% | 26.48% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 51% | 16.38% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 14.67% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 4.19% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 8% | 2.43% | 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 | -0.21 | 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 | 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% 6 | 30.33% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 57% 5 | 47.29% | 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 | 27% | 21.42% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 5% 4 | 9.71% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 14% | 14.42% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.71 | 3.13 | 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 | 91% | 96.83% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 117 | 148 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 78% | 88.78% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 21% | 33.44% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 25% | 27.06% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 29% | 14.39% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 3% | 13.78% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 9% | 5.89% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 2.11% | 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 | -0.23 | 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 | 44.1 | 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 | 38% 10 | 30.87% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 62% 6 | 45.78% | 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 | 24% | 21.09% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 9% 6 | 10.35% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 14% 11 | 14.74% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.75 | 3.01 | 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% | 84.41% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 113 | 149 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 88% | 76.18% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 21% | 27.29% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 43% | 28.76% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 23% | 11.29% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 3.29% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 5.65% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 2.06% | 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 | 41.1 | 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 | 28% | 28.26% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 56% | 42.84% | 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 | 5% | 16.79% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 3% | 10.05% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 3% | 11.05% | 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 | 92% | 82.87% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 167 | 151 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 49.07% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 40% | 37.27% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 34% | 26.53% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 5.27% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 2.4% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 10% | 6.67% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.67% | 2.45% |
A level exam result
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.
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 | 25.38 2 | 29.15 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 30.00 6 | 30.52 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 33.3% | 12.94% | 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 | 50 | 132 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 50% | 61.46% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 8.69% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 18% | 17.46% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 24% | 8.23% | 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 | 23.77 2 | 27.43 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 24.63 3 | 28.31 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 10.71% | 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 | 6 | 20.38% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 12% | 6.46% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 14% | 11.15% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 12% | 4% | 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 | 25.79 | 26.83 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 27.5 | 27.37 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 15.0% | 12.46% | 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 | - | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 5 | 26.09% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 5.55% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 11% | 16% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 4.09% | 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 |
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 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
16 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Withernsea High School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1