City of Sunderland College - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)
City of Sunderland College
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City of Sunderland College
- 16 Plus (Sixth Form)
- Sunderland SR3 4AH
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Education programmes for young people | Good |
| Adult learning programmes | Good |
| Apprenticeships | Good |
| Provision for learners with high needs | Good |
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University Application Support: The vast majority of students secure their first-choice place at university.
Alumni Networks/Career Fairs: Professionals and college alumni provide helpful career insights.
Career Advice and Guidance: Students receive effective careers advice about progression to higher education, training, and employment.
Support for Apprenticeships/Workforce: A few students are less well informed about higher-level apprenticeships.
Policies and Procedures: Comprehensive safeguarding policies and procedures with clear reporting processes.
Training of Safeguarding Leads: Designated leads complete high-quality training and understand responsibilities well.
Handling Bullying/Disciplinary Issues: Steps are taken to ensure safety from sexual abuse and harassment; students feel confident in reporting.
Community Service/Volunteer Opportunities: Students participate in community activities like painting and litter-picking.
Academic Performance: Most students secure their first-choice place at university and demonstrate good progress.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: High-level staff provide targeted support for various needs like dyslexia and ADHD.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Students have positive attitudes and demonstrate good behaviour.
Mix of A,Levels and Vocational Courses: Programmes offer both academic and vocational courses responding to local priorities.
Impact of Teaching on Progress: Tutors use expertise to teach well and provide timely feedback.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Activities like observations are used to review and improve teaching quality.
Strengths/Challenges: A few tutors need to improve assessment before moving to complex topics.
STEM Facilities: New centres for high needs, veterinary science, and equine at Northumberland College.
Study Areas/Libraries: Modern and well-resourced environments enhance learning.
Updating Resources: Frequent updates ensure industry-standard facilities.
School Culture and Ethos: Students demonstrate mutual respect and are active citizens.
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City of Sunderland College is a 16 Plus (Sixth Form), Co-Ed college located in Tyne and Wear, North East.
from age 16-99 yr.
86.60% of students completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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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 | - |
| 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 | 6.20% | - |
| 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 | 25.45 | 31.36 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 26.84 | 32.64 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 6.20% | 13.08% | 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 | 1654 | 429 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 48% | 68.2% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 10% | 8.4% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 20% | 15% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 18% | 6.2% | 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 | 30.35 | 34.46 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.23 | 36.26 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 11.5% | 20.2% | 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 | 2660 | 630 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 48% | 70.4% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 8% | 5.8% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 16% | 10.4% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 23% | 10.8% | 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 | 28.97 | 28.63 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 27.30 1 | 23.65 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 7.7% | 6.84% | 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 | 1467 | 347 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 32% | 64.8% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 20% | 11.4% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 22% | 11.4% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 19% | 6.4% | 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 | 28.28 2 | 30.52 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 28.94 1 | 31.65 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 8.8% | 11.56% | 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 | 8 | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 206 | 46.8% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 10% | 7.8% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 19% | 10.6% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 10% | 5.8% | 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 | 26.13 | 30.25 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 29.41 | 33.23 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 7.9% | 14.96% | 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 | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 259 | 72% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 14% | 6.5% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 23% | 13% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 11% | 2.75% | 4.23% |
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Holidays & terms
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 | 24th Feb 2025 - 28th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 14th Apr 2025 - 25th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 24th Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 5th Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 23rd Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 1st Mar 2025 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 23rd Jul 2025 |