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King Edward VI Handsworth Wood Girls' Academy
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- Birmingham B20 2HL
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Outstanding
| Leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Achievement of pupils | Outstanding |
| Quality of teaching | Outstanding |
| Behaviour and safety of pupils | Outstanding |
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Academic Progress: Students make rapid and sustained progress from below-average starting points.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Students display exemplary attitudes to learning and behaviour is outstanding.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers have excellent subject knowledge and receive targeted training.
Current Educational Practices: Weekly sessions improve teachers' expertise linked to their targets.
Strengths and Challenges: Teachers鈥� commitment and high aspirations make a significant difference.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents are engaged through effective communication and support initiatives like the 鈥榥urture鈥� group.
Communication: Consistent parental feedback confirms satisfaction and strong communication on student progress.
Parent Satisfaction: The vast majority would recommend the academy to other parents.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leadership addresses issues efficiently, fostering an inclusive vision.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Focused on continuous improvement through meticulous performance tracking and training.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Outstanding efforts in ensuring students feel safe and secure.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: High level of care with effective safeguarding measures in place.
Extracurricular Offerings: Wide range of subjects and activities including sports and arts.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Students well-supported in balancing academic and extracurricular engagements.
Career Counselling Services: First in Birmingham to achieve Careers Education Quality Mark.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Outstanding preparation with a high retention rate in sixth form.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Targeted help ensures students with special needs make very good progress.
Subjects Offered: Wide-ranging curriculum including work-related subjects.
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King Edward VI Handsworth Wood Girls' Academy is a top rated, Secondary, Girls school located in West Midlands County, West Midlands.
It has 1058 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1.
At this school, 49% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
100.00% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Outstanding by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Welcome to King Edward VI Handsworth Wood Girls' Academy's Sixth Form.
We can provide you with great instruction as well as the chance to participate in a variety of enrichment activities.
Our A Level and Level 3 BTEC results demonstrate that we hold our pupils to high academic standards and expectations.
The main qualities we foster to enable our pupils to become autonomous and successful in the Sixth Form and in their future careers are excellent attendance, hard effort, and determination.
We see our sixth formers as role models for the academy's younger students and want them to be involved in all facets of life at the academy.
When pupils are getting ready for life after King Edward VI Handsworth Wood Girls' Academy, whether that means starting a profession or continuing their study, we offer a high level of guidance and support.
More and more of our Year 13 students transfer to the institution of their choice each year.
We are confident that the sixth form at King Edward VI Handsworth Wood Girls' Academy offers a stimulating atmosphere where pupils can succeed.
Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions about the Post 16 opportunities available here.
Mr. L. Billingham, Director of Post-16 and IT. Assistant Headteacher.
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We can provide you with great instruction as well as the chance to participate in a variety of enrichment activities.
Our A Level and Level 3 BTEC results demonstrate that we hold our pupils to high academic standards and expectations.
The main qualities we foster to enable our pupils to become autonomous and successful in the Sixth Form and in their future careers are excellent attendance, hard effort, and determination.
We see our sixth formers as role models for the academy's younger students and want them to be involved in all facets of life at the academy.
When pupils are getting ready for life after King Edward VI Handsworth Wood Girls' Academy, whether that means starting a profession or continuing their study, we offer a high level of guidance and support.
More and more of our Year 13 students transfer to the institution of their choice each year.
We are confident that the sixth form at King Edward VI Handsworth Wood Girls' Academy offers a stimulating atmosphere where pupils can succeed.
Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions about the Post 16 opportunities available here.
Mr. L. Billingham, Director of Post-16 and IT. Assistant Headteacher.
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| Ofset report | Outstanding | Good | Outstanding |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Girls | Co-Ed | Girls |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 16.2 | - | 18.7 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 49% | 98% | 100% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 2.30% | 35.00% | 26.50% |
| 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 | 0.49 | 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 | 49.0 | 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 | 49% | 32.27% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 69% | 44.69% | 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 | 18% | 31.13% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 9% | 11.85% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 13% | 17.18% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.06 | 2.94 | 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 | 94% | 91.76% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 161 | 140 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 88.41% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 37% | 35.82% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 51% | 30.85% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 2% | 11.65% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 10.32% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 1.26% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 2.12% | 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 | 0.56 | 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 | 51 | 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 | 54% | 35.15% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 72% | 46.51% | 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 | 12% | 29.66% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 9% | 14.23% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 9% | 18.76% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.24 | 3.02 | 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 | 94% | 92.12% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 140 | 140 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 93% | 90.01% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 30% | 35.88% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 54% | 32.43% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 9% | 11.73% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 10.12% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 0.83% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 1.22% | 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 | 0.22 | 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 | 45.9 | 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 | 37% 5 | 29.84% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 60% 7 | 43.52% | 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 | 19% | 30.49% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 11% 4 | 13.17% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 14% 4 | 19.23% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.89 | 2.95 | 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 | 99% | 92.99% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 122 | 130 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 94% | 89.72% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 30% | 34.11% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 57% | 34.95% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 7% | 9.14% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 11.49% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 1.78% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 1.59% | 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 | - | 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 | 44.1 | 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 | 42% 7 | 28.45% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 67% 6 | 41.81% | 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 | 15% | 28.92% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 7% 5 | 12.28% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 10% 5 | 17.63% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.79 | 2.88 | 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 | 92% | 90.88% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 125 | 131 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 80.5% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 41% | 27.29% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 48% | 34.1% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 11.61% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 9.1% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 1.33% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 0.89% | 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 | -0.06 | 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 | 41.7 | 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 | 35% | 29.99% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 61% | 43.66% | 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 | 26% | 30% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 12% | 16.12% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 15% | 18% | 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 | 96% | 85.6% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 129 | 126 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 40.27% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 29% | 28.18% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 63% | 33.19% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 11.09% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 6.6% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.16% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.48% | 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 | 20.98 | 28.91 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | D | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 20.08 | 28.08 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 2.30% | 12.4% | 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 | 83 | 183 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 69% | 67.68% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 2% | 3.64% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 10% | 13.79% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 13% | 10.34% | 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 | 28.52 | 30.92 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 27.93 | 30.39 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 14.0% | 17.43% | 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 | 74 | 233 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 78% | 70.09% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 2.74% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 3% | 9.62% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 9% | 12.15% | 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 | 26.58 2 | 26.82 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 22.04 1 | 25.77 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 10.81% | 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 | 72 | 213 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 67% | 67.85% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 7% | 4.02% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 5% | 13.04% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 10% | 8.87% | 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 | 24.65 1 | 25.97 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 21.78 1 | 25.47 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 10.02% | 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 | - | 1 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 18.54% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 3.39% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 9.48% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 4.98% | 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 | 23.21 | 22.71 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 22.72 | 23.22 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 9.57% | 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 | - | 5 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 4 | 24.64% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 0% | 3.17% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 7% | 11.33% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 4.5% | 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 | 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
16 : 1
Student teacher ratio at King Edward VI Handsworth Wood Girls' Academy
Local authority ratio 19 : 1