Huddersfield New College

A good further education school in Kirklees. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Huddersfield New College.

Huddersfield, HD34GL Ofsted: Good Age 16-19 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

55

/ 100

Sixth Form Only weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Sixth Form Only schools

Continue in education or training
48.8
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 55.0%
Sustained employment
51.2
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 24.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
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
27 November 2023
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Outstanding
Personal development
Outstanding
Safeguarding
Effective

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

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
New Hey Road
Huddersfield, HD34GL
Phone
1484652341
Website
huddnewcoll.ac.uk

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
130539
Type
Further education
Phase
Sixth Form Only
Address
New Hey Road, Huddersfield, HD3 4GL
Website
www.huddnewcoll.ac.uk
Age range
16-19
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
55.0%
University, college, or sixth form
Enter Employment
24.0%
Full or part-time jobs
Start Apprenticeships
7.0%
Learning while earning
Not in Education or Work
8.0%
NEET - needs support

Sixth Form University Progression

Where sixth form students go after graduation

University Progression
53%
Quality: Good
Sixth Form Size
1318 students
Per cohort
Apprenticeships
7.0%

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Subjects This School Excels At

Subjects where students perform significantly above national average

Childcare Skills (VRQ Level 3)
★★★★★
(22 students)
Art & Design (Photography) (GCE A level)
★★★★ ★
(36 students)
Business Studies (BTEC National Extended Diploma L3 - Band N - PPP-D*D*D*)
★★★★ ★
(28 students)
Art & Design (Textiles) (GCE A level)
★★★★ ★
(33 students)
Computer Studies/Computing (GCE A level)
★★★★ ★
(35 students)

Strong performance in 5 subjects

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"One HNC. Together we open minds, embrace difference and empower each other to shape a better future."

Authenticity Passion Respect Honest Supportive Inclusive Transparent Challenging Diverse Consistent Enthusiastic Collaborative Self-Discipline Innovation Empathy Committed Humble Reflective Accountable Courageous Considerate Motivated Resilient Responsible

Head Teacher's Message

Principal Marcus Smith-Connor welcomes students and families to HNC, emphasising an education that educates, enriches and enlightens, supports progression to university, apprenticeships and work, celebrates diversity, and aims to become carbon neutral.

Extracurriculars

Sports

Cricket Football (Men's) Football (Women's) Netball Basketball

Facilities

Fully equipped gym Sports lab Indoor pitches Outdoor pitches Learning Resource Centre (LRC) On-site catering

Curriculum Highlights

A Level Pathway Blended Pathway Applied Pathway Full-time Applied Pathway (Extended Diploma or Large Alternative Academic Qualification)

Admissions Criteria

HNC offers three Pathways with different entry requirements: A Level Pathway requires a minimum of 6 GCSEs at grade 4 or above, with GCSE English and Maths at grade 4 or above; Blended Pathway requires 5 GCSEs at 4+ with Maths and English at 4+; Applied Pathway requires 5 GCSEs at 4+ with GCSE Maths or English at 4+ (one resit permitted) and not below 3; Full-time Applied Pathway requires 5 GCSEs at 4+ including English/Maths and a vocational qualification substituted for a GCSE where applicable. Attendance expectations are 95%+ and admissions interviews are used to assess suitability; predicted grades determine eligible Pathways and courses; detailed subject entry criteria are on the courses information page.

Financial Information

Bursaries: Available

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