Woodbridge College - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)
Woodbridge College
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Woodbridge College
- 16 Plus (Sixth Form)
- Bolton BL4 8LB
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Based on the inspection date: 05 July 2023
Requires Improvement
| The quality of education | Requires Improvement |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Requires Improvement |
| Leadership and management | Requires Improvement |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Not Previously Inspected |
| Provision for learners with high needs | Requires Improvement |
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Career Advice and Guidance: Independent CEIAG tailored to student goals, reinforced by external advisors before EHC plan review.
Career Advice and Guidance: Students on the employability pathway receive effective support while those on the independence pathway do not benefit from careers advice.
Policies and Procedures: The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with rigorous referral systems and strong external partnerships.
Handling Bullying/Disciplinary Issues: Safe recruitment processes are generally followed, and medicines are administered by specially trained staff.
Types of Extracurricular Activities: Students benefit from a wide range of enrichment activities like the Pit Stop Café and Brunch Bar for skills development.
Work Experience/Internships: The seven students on the employability pathway and four on the future framework pathway undertake work placements.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Student behaviour is good; they are respectful, kind, and build important friendships and relationships.
Academic Performance: Most students on the independence pathway do not gain necessary skills and knowledge for life after college.
Impact of Teaching on Progress: Teaching quality varies; well-planned sessions for employability pathways contrast with insufficient preparation for independence pathways.
Strengths/Challenges: Learning support staff often rely heavily on tutors and do not provide consistent, effective individualised support.
Teacher Engagement: Staff development improves teaching practices; some challenges in achieving personalized learning goals.
Impact of Teaching on Progress: Tutors use communication tools; occasional struggles in supporting individual goals.
Strengths/Challenges: Well-trained staff support students with complex health needs; a few instances lack goal alignment.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Use of new curriculum and therapies integration positively impacts learning; some inconsistencies.
STEM Facilities: Repurposed spaces include therapies/sensory room, quiet environments for focused learning.
Study Areas/Libraries: Classrooms are too small and overcrowded, leading to heightened anxiety among students.
School Culture and Ethos: Students enjoy a culture of democracy, tolerance, and respect.
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Woodbridge College is a 16 Plus (Sixth Form), Co-Ed college located in Greater Manchester, North West.
from age 19-25 yr.
This school rated Requires Improvement by recent Ofsted inspection.
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| Phase of Education | 16 Plus (Sixth Form) | 16 Plus (Sixth Form) | 16 Plus (Sixth Form) |
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| Type | Other Types | Other Types | Other Types |
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| Ofset report | Requires Improvement | Requires Improvement | Good |
| Age range | 19-25 | 16-25 | 19-24 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
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| Student teacher ratio | - | - | - |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
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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 | 21st 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 - 20th Jul 2025 |