Education Continuation Rate
DfE Destinations
Percentage of students continuing in education after leaving school
Understanding Education Continuation Rate
The Education Continuation Rate shows the percentage of students who progress to further or higher education after leaving school. This is a key indicator of how well a school prepares students for academic pathways beyond compulsory education.
What This Measure Captures
This metric includes students who go on to: - Higher Education: University degrees, foundation courses - Further Education: A-levels, BTECs, vocational qualifications - Other education: Apprenticeships with significant educational components
Why It Matters
A high education continuation rate suggests: - Students are well-prepared academically - The school provides effective careers guidance - Students have aspirations for continued learning - Teaching quality supports progression
Context for Interpretation
Different school types may have different patterns: - Sixth forms typically have high university progression - 11-16 schools feed into various post-16 providers - Technical schools may have more vocational pathways
Consider this alongside employment rates and NEET figures for a complete picture of student destinations.
Technical Details
- Column Name
- education_continuation_rate
- Data Source
- DfE Destinations
Coverage by School Phase
How many schools have data available for this field.
Score Weight by School Phase
How much this field contributes to the overall performance score.
Distribution by School Phase
Statistical distribution of values across schools.
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