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New College Leicester - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)
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New College Leicester
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- Blaby District LE3 6DN
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Requires Improvement |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Requires Improvement |
| 16 to 19 study programmes | Good |
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Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils鈥� behaviour is good with strong relationships, contributing to improved rate of progress.
Academic Progress: Current pupils are making more rapid progress, catching up with similar pupils nationally.
Qualifications and Training: Targeted professional development has had a real impact, teachers respond well.
Current Educational Practices: Improved behaviour and attitudes of pupils noted, positive learning culture in classrooms.
Strengths and Challenges: Most teachers have high expectations; however, consistent implementation of feedback policy is needed.
Opportunities for Involvement: Pupils have opportunities to be part of faculty, year, and school councils.
Communication: Parents are well informed through the website and other communications about sensitive issues.
Parent Satisfaction: Most parents view the school positively; some concerns about bullying handling.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders accurately identify priorities and take appropriate actions.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Strengthening leadership at all levels focusing on improving teaching quality.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Incidents of bullying are rare and dealt with effectively; pupils feel safe.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Pupils taught about safety and receive emotional support, developing resilience and well-being.
Extracurricular Offerings: Wide variety of activities, clubs, visits, supporting sporting, artistic interests.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: High numbers of pupils take up opportunities along with the curriculum balance.
Career Counselling Services: Good-quality, independent careers information, advice and guidance provided.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Programmes of study meet students' needs, supporting future career pathways.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Improved progress noted, but support needed in all lessons to ensure equal progress.
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New College Leicester is a top rated, Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Leicestershire, East Midlands.
It has 1012 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1.
At this school, 27% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools |
| 51动漫 grade |
B+
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B
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B
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 15 | - | 14.7 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 27% | 63% | 30% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | 11.60% | - |
| 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 | -0.26 | 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 | 42.3 | 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 | 27% | 31.38% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 49% | 45.79% | 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 | 15% | 33.82% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 6% | 13.79% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 8% | 20.41% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.48 | 3.02 | 2.83 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� 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 | 89% | 88.77% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 196 | 158 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 81% | 84.41% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 39% | 24.91% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 9% | 13.73% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 32% | 28.09% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 17.73% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 1.14% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 6% | 3.23% | 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 | -0.16 | 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 | 45.3 | 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 | 37% | 34.06% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 55% | 47.71% | 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 | 14% | 30.97% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 9% | 14.24% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 9% | 21.18% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.75 | 3.03 | 2.97 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� 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 | 86% | 87.55% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 200 | 150 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 83% | 84% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 41% | 26.09% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 20% | 12.32% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 22% | 28.5% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 17.05% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 0.86% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 2.73% | 2.13% |
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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 | -0.26 | 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 | 42.3 | 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 | 31% 8 | 31.04% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 49% 4 | 45.63% | 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 | 31% | 22.67% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 11% 6 | 9.3% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 16% 3 | 14.33% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.64 | 2.98 | 2.88 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� 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 | 86% | 85% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 138 | 123 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 76% | 80.63% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 43% | 21.75% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 9% | 8.06% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 25% | 32.75% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 18.06% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 1.44% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 2.75% | 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 | -0.44 | 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 | 39.1 | 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 | 23% | 28.36% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 45% 1 | 42.44% | 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 | 27% | 22.6% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 5% 9 | 9.44% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 13% 6 | 13.16% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.34 | 2.82 | 2.84 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� 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 | 81% | 76.08% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 139 | 121 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 74% | 65.31% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 34% | 16.08% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 14% | 3.85% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 27% | 35.92% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 13.62% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 1.31% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 1.54% | 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 | -0.13 | 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 | 39.1 | 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 | 23% | 28.64% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 46% | 40.32% | 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 | 43% | 22.86% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 14% | 12.32% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 19% | 14.05% | 16.26% |
| EBacc average points score | - | - | - |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� 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% | 75.67% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 144 | 118 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 74% | 50.67% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 35% | 16.83% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | - | 1.08% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 22% | 35.92% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 14.42% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 11% | 2.83% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 13% | 2.58% | 2.45% |
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st Oct 2024 - 25th Oct 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 | 14th Jul 2025 - 25th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 27th Aug 2024 - 20th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 26th Oct 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 - 13th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
15 : 1
Student teacher ratio at New College Leicester
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
