Sir Thomas Boteler Church of England High School

A good academy sponsor led school in Warrington. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Sir Thomas Boteler Church of England High School.

Warrington, WA41JL Ofsted: Good Age 11-16 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

56

/ 100

Secondary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Secondary schools

Progress 8 score
49.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: -0.24
English & Maths grade 4+ %
51.1
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 54.1%
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
5 October 2021
Previous grade
Inadequate
Quality of education
Good
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
Grammar School Road
Latchford
Warrington, WA41JL
Phone
1925636414
Website
boteler.org.uk

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
144799
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary
Address
Grammar School Road, Latchford, Warrington, WA4 1JL
Website
https://www.boteler.org.uk
Age range
11-16
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Church of England
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
THE CHALLENGE ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
825 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Diocese
Diocese of Chester
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
854
Free School Meals
36.1% (308 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
5.6% (48 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
91.0%
Good
Persistent Absence
26.6%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Attainment 8 Scores
Attainment 8:
41.5
Ebacc Attainment 8:
11.1
English Attainment 8:
9.6
Maths Attainment 8:
7.5
Open Subjects Attainment 8:
13.4
EBacc Subject Performance
Ebacc Attainment 8:
11.1
Ebacc English:
93.2%
Ebacc Entry:
14.2%
Ebacc Humanities:
85.1%
Ebacc Languages:
65.5%
Ebacc Maths:
95.3%
Ebacc Sciences:
93.9%
Progress Measures
Progress 8:
-0.24

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
24 pupils
Very Good
Pupils per Year Group
142
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
854 pupils
11-16

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Through God We Care"

Hope Compassion Endurance High Expectations High Aspirations High Standards

Christian Ethos founded upon Anglican beliefs and practices; Church of England High School; serves the Diocese of Liverpool and Chester; founder member of The Challenge Academy Trust (TCAT) and leads on Faith, Ethics, Vision and Values across the Trust.

Head Teacher's Message

Headteacher Beverley Scott-Herron emphasizes a vision of outstanding educational provision in a supportive, inclusive Christian environment with high expectations and a commitment to ensuring no child is left behind.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Ambassador Programme School Council Eco Council Ethos Council LGBTQ+ Council International Council Wellbeing Council TCAT Parliament

Sports

Rowing

Curriculum Highlights

Archbishop of York award scheme (RS) Boteler High Achievers Programme ROAR Programme (Russell Group Universities or Alternative Ready) Post-16 Careers Learning Journey Designated Provision for Cognition and Learning STEM: joint TCAT STEM days, STEM Ambassadors scheme, Big Bang Fair, and partnerships with Priestley College and industry partners

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes

SEND Provision

The school has a Local Authority Key Stage 3 and 4 Designated Provision for Cognition and Learning Needs. All students within the Designated Provision have an Education and Health Care Plan. Students are taught in a calm, nurturing, self-contained environment. Where possible, Year 4 students follow a GCSE/BTEC route while also working towards a range of Entry Level Certificates. The group regularly receives AQA certificates celebrating both academic and life skills. The provision also follows the ASDAN programme focusing on skills such as teamwork, independent learning, and problem solving. The school aims to challenge the children academically and, where possible, encourage students to access mainstream lessons. There is a focus on speech and language development, social skills development and independence. The school also has a partnership with Warrington Wolves.

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