Belper School and Sixth Form Centre

A requires improvement foundation school school in Derbyshire. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Belper School and Sixth Form Centre.

Belper, DE560DA Ofsted: Requires Improvement Age 11-18 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

48

/ 100

Secondary with Sixth Form weighted harmonic mean of 5 indicators

Indicators used for Secondary with Sixth Form schools

Progress 8 score
47.5
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: -0.31
English & Maths grade 4+ %
61.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 72.3%
Continue in education or training
41.5
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 48.0%
Sustained employment
44.4
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 20.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
50.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: Requires Improvement

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

Requires Improvement
Overall effectiveness
Requires Improvement
Last inspected
22 November 2022
Previous grade
Requires Improvement
Quality of education
Requires Improvement
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
John O'Gaunts Way
Belper, DE560DA
Phone
1773825281
Website
belperschool.co.uk

Location

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Source: Geocoding
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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
112989
Type
Foundation school
Phase
Secondary with Sixth Form
Address
John O'Gaunts Way, Belper, DE56 0DA
Website
http://www.belperschool.co.uk
Age range
11-18
Gender
Mixed
School status
Open
Capacity
1,402 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
Yes
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
1,173
Free School Meals
19.0% (223 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
3.0% (35 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
90.7%
Good
Persistent Absence
24.0%
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
20.0%
Full or part-time jobs
Start Apprenticeships
21.0%
Learning while earning
Not in Education or Work
5.0%
NEET - needs support

Sixth Form University Progression

Where sixth form students go after graduation

University Progression
47%
Quality: Average
Sixth Form Size
96 students
Per cohort
Apprenticeships
21.0%

Key Performance Indicators

English & Maths Grade 5+:
72.3 (+20.3 vs average)
EBacc Entry:
33.0 (+13.6 vs average)
Attainment 8:
45.2 (+5.7 vs average)

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
74 pupils
Large Classes
Pupils per Year Group
147
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
1,173 pupils
11-18

Subjects This School Excels At

Subjects where students perform significantly above national average

Mathematics (GCE AS level (All))
★★★ ★★
(18 students)
Physics (GCE A level)
★★ ★★★
(10 students)
Mathematics (GCE A level)
★★ ★★★
(17 students)
English Language (GCE A level)
★ ★★★★
(14 students)
Physical Education/Sports Studies (GCE A level)
★ ★★★★
(6 students)

Strong performance in 5 subjects

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Create your future. Be who you are and become who you aspire to be."

Respect for All, By All inclusivity mutual respect and equality care, dignity and compassion

Head Teacher's Message

Headteacher Matilde Warden welcomes visitors and describes Belper as an inclusive, community-focused school that values a love of learning, curiosity, and broad, rich opportunities. The school aims to develop resilience, independence and self-belief so students leave as well-rounded, confident individuals who can contribute to their communities.

Facilities

Theatre facilities: a traditional proscenium-arch theatre with full lighting and sound systems; stage and auditorium with retractable tiered seating (maximum audience around 242); three dressing rooms; a dance studio and two drama studios; wheelchair access for audience and performers; backstage toilets; shade and lighting control facilities; sound and lighting gallery across the back of the auditorium; retractable cinema screen and fixed screen; climate controlled heating/ventilation; foyer and kitchenette; Talk-back system and show relay system; insurance requirements for hires. Car parking shared with Belper Leisure Centre (with some spaces reserved for Leisure Centre customers); additional parking behind the Leisure Centre.

Curriculum Highlights

Broad and balanced curriculum Extensive extracurricular opportunities; Duke of Edinburgh’s Award and other enrichment activities

SEND Provision

Belper School values the abilities and achievements of all students and is committed to providing an effective learning environment. For students identified as having SEND, every effort is made to ensure there is the opportunity to fully access the National Curriculum and participate in all aspects of school life. SENCO is Ros Conroy; contact [email protected]. Further information on SEND provision is available via the SEND Policy Information Report 2024-2025, SEND Policy September 2024-2025, Accessibility Plan 2022-2025, and Derbyshire Council Local SEND Offer.

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