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Poole Grammar School
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- Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole BH17 9JU
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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 | Good |
| 16 to 19 study programmes | Good |
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Academic Progress: Pupils' progress is above average, especially in mathematics and science
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are polite, well-behaved, and respectful
Academic Progress: Pupils achieve highly in external examinations, confident in their learning.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are polite, courteous, and behave well in lessons.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers' skills have improved due to provided training
Current Educational Practices: Teachers use links with other schools to improve their practice
Qualifications and Training: Teachers have excellent subject knowledge.
Current Educational Practices: Professional development opportunities are vast.
Strengths and Challenges: Staff feel invested in and supported.
Strengths and Challenges: Minority of teaching lacks enough challenge. Teachers are approachable and give extra help
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents receive regular clear reports on progress
Communication: Reports provide valuable information about children's progress
Parent Satisfaction: Majority of parents recommend the school
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents can share views via Ofsted Parent View.
Communication: School communicates efficiently with parents.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders communicate well and handle concerns effectively
Actions for Quality Improvement: Successful initiatives to promote progress of disadvantaged pupils
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Adults help resolve issues, fully investigating incidents.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Clear focus on developing high-quality education.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Clear messages that bullying is unacceptable, dealt with quickly
Promoting Welfare and Safety: School promotes positive safeguarding messages
Managing Bullying and Safety: School never tolerates bullying; manages effectively.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Strong systems in place for pupil welfare.
Extracurricular Offerings: Wide range of extra-curricular activities including clubs and sports
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Pupils participate in many different events
Extracurricular Offerings: Wide range of clubs including sports and music.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Opportunities to enhance future employment.
Career Counselling Services: Appropriate careers education and guidance provided
Preparation for Sixth Form: Students receive advice about subjects to study in sixth form
Career Counselling Services: Local employers engage with pupils about work.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Well-prepared students for higher education.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Provision remains good and is improving
Managing and Supporting SEND: SEND pupils receive personalized support at Bryson Base.
Subjects Offered: Wide range of academic courses offered at KS4 and sixth form
Subjects Offered: Broad and ambitious curriculum developed.
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About Us
Poole Grammar School is a top rated, Secondary, Boys school located in Dorset County, South West.
It has 1199 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 17 : 1.
At this school, 91% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
95.50% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| ³Ô¹ÏÌìÌà grade |
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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 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Boys | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 17 | - | 14.7 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 91% | 98% | 31% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 31.80% | 35.00% | 15.00% |
| 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 | 0.45 | 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 | 70.0 | 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 | 91% | 33.68% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 97% | 46.16% | 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 | 75% | 23.32% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 43% | 13.11% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 53% | 17.46% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 6.51 | 2.87 | 2.83 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – 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% | 90.46% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 175 | 120 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 97% | 82.89% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 6% | 33.5% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 89% | 33.64% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 1% | 0.29% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 15.64% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 3.29% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 4.29% | 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 | 0.25 | 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 | 72.2 | 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 | 97% | 34.78% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 100% | 46.59% | 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 | 71% | 23.81% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 53% | 14.86% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 62% | 18.65% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 6.74 | 2.95 | 2.97 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – 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% | 83.9% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 175 | 112 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 99% | 78.86% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 2% | 35.59% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 95% | 35.03% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 1% | 0.14% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 8% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 2.66% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 2.48% | 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 | 0.57 | 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 | 72 | 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 | 93% 1 | 34.3% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 98% | 47.88% | 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 | 78% | 28.76% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 64% 4 | 14.48% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 71% 1 | 19.79% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 6.85 | 3.15 | 2.88 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – 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 | 98% | 84.33% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 170 | 113 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 98% | 77.44% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 7% | 33.07% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 89% | 34.67% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.22% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 9.59% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 3.33% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 3.41% | 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 | 0.45 | 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 | 69.7 | 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 | 92% 4 | 35.56% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 98% 1 | 47.53% | 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 | 73% | 28.63% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 60% 11 | 15.56% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 70% 3 | 20.22% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 6.56 | 3.13 | 2.84 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – 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 | 98% | 78.96% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 171 | 118 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 95% | 67.48% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 3% | 31.04% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 89% | 33.52% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.19% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 3.78% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3.44% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.89% | 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 | 0.43 | 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 | 69.9 | 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 | 96% | 34.74% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 99% | 48.06% | 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 | 79% | 26.55% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 71% | 17.1% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 73% | 18.45% | 16.26% |
| EBacc average points score | - | - | - |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – 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% | 75% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 181 | 124 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 56.73% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 6% | 29.65% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 88% | 37.15% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 4.38% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 4.81% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3.23% | 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 | 40.32 | 34.51 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 39.01 | 33.02 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 31.80% | 16.02% | 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 | 162 | 109 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 64% | 54.36% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 7% | 3.93% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 18% | 24.43% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 7.71% | 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 | 39.69 | 36.9 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 39.41 | 35.71 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 21.7% | 18.24% | 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 | 143 | 113 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 72% | 59.64% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 2% | 3.64% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 13% | 20.64% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 7.57% | 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 | 40.83 1 | 27.79 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 40.83 | 27.44 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 30.7% | 12.74% | 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 | 150 | 111 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 61% | 49.81% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 3% | 6.81% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 19% | 27.75% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 11% | 9.25% | 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 | 39.10 5 | 30.42 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 40.45 5 | 28.74 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 32.1% | 15.72% | 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 | - | 3 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 38 | 25% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 5.25% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 26% | 25.75% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 9% | 4.63% | 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 | 34.54 | 29.22 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 35.79 | 28.31 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 17.9% | 12.68% | 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 | - | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 33 | 31.5% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 7.71% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 22% | 33.64% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 2.14% | 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 | 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 - 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 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
17 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Poole Grammar School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1