Southport Education Group

A requires improvement further education school in Sefton. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Southport Education Group.

Southport, PR90TT Ofsted: Requires Improvement Age 16-99 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

38

/ 100

Sixth Form Only weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Sixth Form Only schools

Continue in education or training
24.7
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 32.0%
Sustained employment
71.5
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 36.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
50.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
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
14 November 2023
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Requires Improvement
Personal development
Good
Safeguarding
Effective

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

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Mornington Road
Southport, PR90TT
Phone
1704500606
Website
southport.ac.uk/

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
130491
Type
Further education
Phase
Sixth Form Only
Address
Mornington Road, Southport, PR9 0TT
Website
http://www.southport.ac.uk/
Age range
16-99
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

Real Success Rates

What happens to students after they leave this school

Continue Education
32.0%
University, college, or sixth form
Enter Employment
36.0%
Full or part-time jobs
Start Apprenticeships
8.0%
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
24%
Quality: Below Average
Sixth Form Size
797 students
Per cohort
Apprenticeships
8.0%

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Subjects This School Excels At

Subjects where students perform significantly above national average

Spanish (GCE A level)
★★★★ ★
(9 students)
Manufacturing Engineering (BTEC National Extended Diploma L3 - Band N - PPP-D*D*D*)
★★★ ★★
(13 students)
Business Studies (BTEC National Extended Diploma L3 - Band N - PPP-D*D*D*)
★★ ★★★
(19 students)
Engineering Studies (BTEC National Foundation Diploma L3 - Band H - P-D*)
★ ★★★★
(13 students)
Sports Studies (BTEC National Extended Diploma L3 - Band N - PPP-D*D*D*)
★ ★★★★
(12 students)

Strong performance in 5 subjects

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Facilities

Nursery Room Hospital Ward Simulation Unit Technical Workshops Clouds Restaurant Concept Salons Oasis Canteen & Costa Coffee Sports Hall & College Gym Creative Arts Studios Science Labs Library and Study Centres Performing Arts Theatre Crime Scene Room

SEND Provision

Southport College offers support for learners with learning difficulties/disabilities and medical needs through the Student Hub and dedicated support teams, including counselling and information, advice and guidance. Students can contact [email protected] for help with support needs.

Admissions Criteria

Open to applications via five stages: 1) Visit/Open Evening to explore courses, 2) Apply online, 3) Course discussion in college, 4) Received offer by email with entry grades, 5) Enrolment with proof of GCSE results and ID badge.

Financial Information

Bursaries: Available

For those aged 16–18, course fees are not charged. Some courses may require costs such as kit, uniform or trips. Adult learners may pay course fees depending on the course and circumstances. Fee remission and loans may be available. Financial support options may cover kit, uniforms, travel passes and childcare.