Suffolk New College

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

Ipswich, IP41LT Ofsted: Good Age 16-99 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

21

/ 100

Sixth Form Only weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Sixth Form Only schools

Continue in education or training
10.1
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 18.0%
Sustained employment
83.3
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 43.0%
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
15 November 2022
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
Rope Walk
Ipswich, IP41LT
Phone
1473382200
Website
suffolk.ac.uk

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
130820
Type
Further education
Phase
Sixth Form Only
Address
Rope Walk, Ipswich, IP4 1LT
Website
www.suffolk.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
18.0%
University, college, or sixth form
Enter Employment
43.0%
Full or part-time jobs
Start Apprenticeships
9.0%
Learning while earning
Not in Education or Work
23.0%
NEET - needs support

Sixth Form University Progression

Where sixth form students go after graduation

University Progression
8%
Quality: Below Average
Sixth Form Size
1314 students
Per cohort
Apprenticeships
9.0%

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Subjects This School Excels At

Subjects where students perform significantly above national average

Health Studies (BTEC National Extended Diploma L3 - Band N - PPP-D*D*D*)
★★★★ ★
(23 students)
Agriculture (General) (VRQ Level 3)
★★ ★★★
(9 students)
Animal Husbandry: Specific Animals (VRQ Level 3)
★ ★★★★
(20 students)

Strong performance in 3 subjects

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

BeSNC

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Students’ Union

Facilities

Chefs’ Whites Restaurant Countryside Paws Sports Centre Spa & Salon Facilities The Farm Farm Shop Venue Hire Public Facilities

Curriculum Highlights

T Levels Vocational courses Apprenticeships

SEND Provision

RARPA courses are designed to meet individual learner needs. Personalised targets are set based on EHCP outcomes and progress, with achievement celebrated through a diverse and inclusive curriculum. All RARPA courses include practical, real-life applications and activities such as cooking, independent life skills, animal care, horticulture, teamwork and personal development.

Financial Information

Scholarships: Not listed Bursaries: Available

The College offers a range of financial support options which can be found on our financial support page.

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