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Bury College
- 16 Plus (Sixth Form)
- Bury BL9 0BG
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Education programmes for young people | Good |
| Adult learning programmes | Good |
| Apprenticeships | Requires Improvement |
| Provision for learners with high needs | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Good |
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University Application Support: Learners on level 3 access to higher education courses develop academic writing skills and are well prepared for university.
Career Advice and Guidance: Learners receive effective careers information from various sectors, helping them make informed decisions about their next steps.
Policies and Procedures: Staff are appropriately trained and effective checks ensure staff suitability.
Handling Bullying/Disciplinary Issues: Learners know who to contact if they have safeguarding concerns and trust that staff will act quickly.
Work Experience/Internships: Leaders work with local employers to provide work placements for learners.
Community Service/Volunteer Opportunities: A small number of learners benefit from involvement in community projects like Bury Hospice.
Academic Performance: Most learners gain knowledge for their next steps in education or work.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Staff support is improving attendance and progress among learners with barriers in personal lives.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Learners and apprentices behave very well and enjoy their learning.
Teacher Engagement: Lecturers and learning and skills coaches are well qualified and experienced, benefiting from continuous training.
Impact of Teaching on Progress: Most learners and apprentices receive a good standard of training, retaining knowledge effectively.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Leaders use lesson visits and work scrutiny to improve teaching quality.
Updating Resources: Lecturers routinely update their subject knowledge and benefit from various training programs.
School Culture and Ethos: Supportive and inclusive environment with high expectations and mutual respect.
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About Us
Bury College is a 16 Plus (Sixth Form), Co-Ed college located in Greater Manchester, North West.
from age 16-99 yr.
77.40% of students completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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The academic year 2020鈥�21 was a moment of exceptional accomplishment for hundreds of Bury College students. Bury College is extremely proud of each and every one of its students for continuing to improve academically and personally despite hardship. They add value to their families, the College, the College itself, and the larger Bury community. After another year of excellent results, many students are on track to enrol in universities, and many more will move on to jobs and apprenticeships as a result of their diligence. Bright futures are something that Bury College is committed to giving all of its students. Throughout their academic careers, students have access to a wide range of significant opportunities for personal growth that equip them with transferable skills and career-relevant knowledge.
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| Phase of Education | 16 Plus (Sixth Form) | 16 Plus (Sixth Form) |
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| Type | Colleges | Colleges |
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| Ofset report | Good | Good |
| Age range | 16-99 | 16-99 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | - | - |
| Proficient Math | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 2.90% | 10.70% |
| Day Fees | - | - |
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 | 25.12 | 27.93 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 24.7 | 24.27 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 2.90% | 5.54% | 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 | 1146 | 1029 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 36% | 51% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 8% | 6.5% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 28% | 22.5% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 22% | 15% | 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 | 33.33 | 27.89 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.45 | 28.23 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 7.8% | 10.48% | 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 | 2014 | 1504 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 49% | 57.5% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 7% | 5.5% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 21% | 18.5% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 20% | 15% | 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 | 25.75 2 | 32.9 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 25.46 1 | 29.22 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 2.2% | 9.35% | 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 | 1950 | 1438 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 36% | 50.5% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 12% | 9.5% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 29% | 23% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 15% | 10.5% | 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 | 23.56 | 32.39 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 24.23 2 | 24.1 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 1.1% | 7.05% | 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 | 4 | 17 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 288 | 225% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 10% | 8% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 23% | 20% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 11% | 8.5% | 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 | 23.12 | 32.56 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 26.57 | 24.89 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 3.0% | 11.15% | 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 | - | 3 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 346 | 257% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 10% | 8.5% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 28% | 23% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 10% | 8.5% | 4.23% |
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Holidays & terms
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 | 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 - 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 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
