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Wombourne High School - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)
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Wombourne High School
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- Wombourne WV5 8BJ
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Requires Improvement |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
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Academic Progress: Most pupils feel they are making good progress.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Behaviour in lessons and during social time is positive.
Strengths and Challenges: Teachers deliver the curriculum well and use routines that help pupils learn.
Opportunities for Involvement: Most parents and pupils say that they would recommend the school.
Communication: Parents appreciated high-quality support during COVID-19 lockdowns.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders have led significant improvements and developed a broad, balanced curriculum.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying is rare and dealt with well by staff.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Strong culture of safeguarding with effective staff training.
Extracurricular Offerings: Diverse range of extracurricular subjects including sports, drama, and Duke of Edinburgh Award.
Career Counselling Services: Students get excellent support when considering future choices.
Managing and Supporting SEND: All pupils, including those with SEND, study a wide range of subjects, but behaviour policies need better accommodation for SEND pupils.
Subjects Offered: High proportion of pupils complete the English Baccalaureate; wide range of GCSEs and vocational qualifications.
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Wombourne High School is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Staffordshire, West Midlands.
It has 1077 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.
At this school, 40% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
100.00% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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At Wombourne High School, we highly value diligence, optimism, and kindness.
Wombourne High School is dedicated to fostering an environment where compassion is the standard for all that is accomplished, to a healthy school culture, and to the conviction that great things are possible.
In September 2019, Wombourne High School had a renaming (formally Ounsdale High School).
The new name honours an eventful period in the school's history.
The façade of the school has been renovated, a new 10-classroom teaching building is currently being erected, and facilities are being upgraded all across the campus.
Academic performance is quite good, and academic standards continue to be the cornerstone of everything accomplished.
We are happy to be associated with Wombourne High School, a thriving high school serving the Wombourne community.
Wombourne High School, a founding member of the Invictus Education Multi-Academy Trust, is a part of a carefully thought-out partnership of six highly successful, self-selected schools.
We encourage students from both inside and outside of our catchment area to apply, especially those from Dudley and Wolverhampton.
Details on how to apply for a spot may be found on our admissions page. Admissions are handled by the Staffordshire School Admissions Service (click here).
One of the most crucial decisions you will make for your child is which secondary school they should attend. I hope you will visit Wombourne High School to view the outstanding options we provide.
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Wombourne High School is dedicated to fostering an environment where compassion is the standard for all that is accomplished, to a healthy school culture, and to the conviction that great things are possible.
In September 2019, Wombourne High School had a renaming (formally Ounsdale High School).
The new name honours an eventful period in the school's history.
The façade of the school has been renovated, a new 10-classroom teaching building is currently being erected, and facilities are being upgraded all across the campus.
Academic performance is quite good, and academic standards continue to be the cornerstone of everything accomplished.
We are happy to be associated with Wombourne High School, a thriving high school serving the Wombourne community.
Wombourne High School, a founding member of the Invictus Education Multi-Academy Trust, is a part of a carefully thought-out partnership of six highly successful, self-selected schools.
We encourage students from both inside and outside of our catchment area to apply, especially those from Dudley and Wolverhampton.
Details on how to apply for a spot may be found on our admissions page. Admissions are handled by the Staffordshire School Admissions Service (click here).
One of the most crucial decisions you will make for your child is which secondary school they should attend. I hope you will visit Wombourne High School to view the outstanding options we provide.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
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| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 18.3 | - | 18.4 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 40% | 98% | 53% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 12.50% | 35.00% | 4.80% |
| 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 | -0.20 | 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 | 40% | 26.68% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 65% | 41.8% | 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 | 54% | 18.48% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 11% | 7.11% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 19% | 11.04% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.97 | 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 | 92% | 92.05% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 180 | 134 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 84% | 82.6% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 41% | 40.22% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 35% | 28.73% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 8% | 3.1% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 10.63% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 4.33% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 5.06% | 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 | 0.01 | 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 | 48.1 | 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 | 50% | 30.76% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 66% | 45.03% | 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% | 18.51% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 25% | 9.26% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 37% | 12.65% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.28 | 2.81 | 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 | 92% | 92% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 145 | 134 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 86% | 86.11% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 46% | 42.62% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 24% | 29.51% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 15% | 2.94% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 11.19% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 3.05% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 2.87% | 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 | -0.18 | 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 | 47.9 | 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% 2 | 26.36% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 71% 5 | 42.4% | 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 | 70% | 21.23% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 16% 7 | 7.45% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 27% 9 | 12.23% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.37 | 2.67 | 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 | 98% | 92.62% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 140 | 130 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 89% | 84.54% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 34% | 40.92% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 35% | 31.56% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 19% | 0.83% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 11.33% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 5.52% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 2.62% | 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 | -0.22 | 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 | 47 | 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 | 44% 3 | 25.54% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 66% 4 | 40.56% | 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 | 63% | 19.89% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 9% | 7.06% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 18% 7 | 11.2% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.2 | 2.6 | 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% | 88.9% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 151 | 134 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 87% | 73.96% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 55% | 38.57% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 20% | 31.76% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.69% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 5.63% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 5.53% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 3.1% | 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 | -0.25 | 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 | 49 | 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 | 41% | 28.13% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 70% | 44.95% | 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 | 16% | 21.49% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 9% | 10.92% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 11% | 12.6% | 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 | - | 91.55% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 137 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 72.5% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 42.88% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | - | 36.33% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.33% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 3.98% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 7.2% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3.78% | 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 | 29.45 | 28.38 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.44 | 29.15 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 12.50% | 10.18% | 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 | 36 | 156 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 64% | 56.38% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 17% | 8.28% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 15% | 24.13% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 3% | 8.33% | 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 | 35.65 | 31.86 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 36.08 | 31.28 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 11.8% | 14.4% | 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 | 42 | 184 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 52% | 55.5% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 10% | 7.88% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 22% | 19.1% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 10% | 9.65% | 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 | 28.68 1 | 28.49 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 30.15 1 | 28.13 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 9.1% | 9.02% | 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 | 57 | 190 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 58% | 55.63% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 18% | 12.66% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 14% | 22.29% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 9% | 6.54% | 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 | 27.59 2 | 27.26 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 31.43 5 | 27.44 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 10.65% | 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 | 15 | 33.03% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 14% | 8.19% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 23% | 16.5% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 2.47% | 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 | 25.66 | 26.45 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 26.81 | 27.17 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 8.78% | 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 | - | 39.07% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 8.76% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | - | 22.62% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 2.86% | 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
18 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Wombourne High School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
