USP College

A good further education school in Essex. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for USP College.

Benfleet, SS71TW Ofsted: Good Age 16-99 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

43

/ 100

Sixth Form Only weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Sixth Form Only schools

Continue in education or training
26.8
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 34.0%
Sustained employment
73.2
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 37.0%
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
30 April 2024
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Good
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
Runnymede Chase
Benfleet, SS71TW
Phone
1268756111
Website
uspcollege.ac.uk

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
130681
Type
Further education
Phase
Sixth Form Only
Address
Runnymede Chase, Benfleet, SS7 1TW
Website
www.uspcollege.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
34.0%
University, college, or sixth form
Enter Employment
37.0%
Full or part-time jobs
Start Apprenticeships
7.0%
Learning while earning
Not in Education or Work
16.0%
NEET - needs support

Sixth Form University Progression

Where sixth form students go after graduation

University Progression
29%
Quality: Below Average
Sixth Form Size
1623 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)
★★★★ ★
(19 students)
Computer Architecture / Systems (BTEC National Foundation Diploma L3 - Band H - P-D*)
★★ ★★★
(28 students)

Strong performance in 2 subjects

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

Respect Accountability Resilience

Head Teacher's Message

Our mission is to connect you with exciting, aspirational careers by centering career pathways and work-ready skills alongside qualifications.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Storm Academies Theory Test Practice LGBTQ+ Social Group Open Gym Sessions USP Thrifted The Student Union Student Governor

Sports

Netball Rugby Basketball Football

Facilities

Immersive Theatre Virtual Welding Lab Robotics Lab Sports Labs

Curriculum Highlights

Career pathways central to learning Wide range of subjects including A-Levels, T-Levels and vocational courses Work-ready skills and industry knowledge, plus work experience opportunities CPD days and professional development Live projects through College Companies Strong employer partnerships and sector boards

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes

SEND Provision

USP College provides SEND-related support including on-entry screening, a Learning Centre, wellbeing support and counselling, dyslexia specialists, and a tutoring/learning support team; access to computers; and guidance on progression to higher education.

Admissions Criteria

All course entry requirements can be found on each individual course page. Enrolment is a fully online system, however, some students (e.g. T-Level students) may be asked to attend an on-site discussion/interview. After you apply, you will be invited to an interview to discuss your options and course choice(s).

Financial Information

Bursaries: Available

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