The Bemrose School

A good foundation school school in Derby. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for The Bemrose School.

Derby, DE223HU Ofsted: Good Age 3-19 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

46

/ 100

All-through weighted harmonic mean of 5 indicators

Indicators used for All-through schools

Progress 8 score
45.5
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 25.0%
Raw: -0.4
English & Maths grade 4+ %
37.9
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 29.7%
KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
45.9
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 54.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
37.9
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 15.0%
Raw: 2.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: Good

How we weight each phase

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Good
Overall effectiveness
Good
Last inspected
13 March 2024
Previous grade
Good
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Uttoxeter New Road
Derby, DE223HU

Location

Find the school on the map

Source: Geocoding

School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
112951
Type
Foundation school
Phase
All-through
Address
Uttoxeter New Road, Derby, DE22 3HU
Age range
3-19
Gender
Mixed
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
Bemrose Educational Trust
Capacity
1400 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
Yes
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
1,416
Free School Meals
46.8% (663 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
4.2% (59 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
92.4%
Good
Persistent Absence
26.2%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Real Success Rates

What happens to students after they leave this school

Continue Education
48.0%
University, college, or sixth form
Enter Employment
16.0%
Full or part-time jobs
Start Apprenticeships
10.0%
Learning while earning
Not in Education or Work
19.0%
NEET - needs support

Sixth Form University Progression

Where sixth form students go after graduation

University Progression
42%
Quality: Average
Sixth Form Size
31 students
Per cohort
Apprenticeships
10.0%

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
42 pupils
Large Classes
Pupils per Year Group
83
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
1,416 pupils
3-19

Subjects This School Excels At

Subjects where students perform significantly above national average

English Language (GCE A level)
(8 students)

Strong performance in 1 subject

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

ambition hard work fairness mutual respect

Head Teacher's Message

Thank you for visiting our school website. We have at our core the key values of ambition, hard work, fairness and mutual respect which support a positive learning environment for everyone. Through high quality teaching and by developing highly effective learners we encourage our students to exceed their expectations and become inspired to achieve their full potential through their lives.

Facilities

New purpose-built primary building New purpose-built secondary building Original 1930 building currently being refurbished to a high standard

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

Breakfast Club and After School provision is available; wraparound care details are not provided on the site.

Admissions Criteria

Bemrose is a Foundation Trust School (3-19) with enhanced resource facilities for autistic students (11-16). It does not select on the basis of ability. Post 16 admissions: the school provides a range of courses; Level 2 entry requirements are a minimum of 3 GCSE passes at grade 3 (with English and Maths retake options if grade 4 not achieved); Level 3 entry requirements are typically a minimum of 5 GCSE passes at a minimum of Grade 4 (Grade C for legacy qualifications), with an opportunity to retake GCSE English and Maths. Students must choose a programme consisting of 3 A Level courses or vocational equivalents. The closing date for applications for Post 16 courses is February half-term, though late applications will be accepted if spaces and entry requirements are predicted to be met. Applications should be forwarded to Mrs A Warrior – Head of Post 16 at The Bemrose School, Uttoxeter New Road, Derby, DE22 3HU. [email protected]

Financial Information

Bursaries: Available