Gateway Sixth Form College

A good academy 16-19 converter school in Leicester. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Gateway Sixth Form College.

Leicester, LE51GA Ofsted: Good Age 16-19 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

52

/ 100

Sixth Form Only weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Sixth Form Only schools

Continue in education or training
50.9
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 57.0%
Sustained employment
41.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 18.0%
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
08 October 2019
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Good
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
Colin Grundy Drive
Leicester, LE51GA
Phone
1162744500
Website
gateway.ac.uk

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
147756
Type
Academy 16-19 converter
Phase
Sixth Form Only
Address
Colin Grundy Drive, Leicester, LE5 1GA
Website
www.gateway.ac.uk
Age range
16-19
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
BETTER FUTURES MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
1600 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
Yes
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

Real Success Rates

What happens to students after they leave this school

Continue Education
57.0%
University, college, or sixth form
Enter Employment
18.0%
Full or part-time jobs
Start Apprenticeships
3.0%
Learning while earning
Not in Education or Work
14.0%
NEET - needs support

Sixth Form University Progression

Where sixth form students go after graduation

University Progression
42%
Quality: Average
Sixth Form Size
529 students
Per cohort
Apprenticeships
3.0%

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Subjects This School Excels At

Subjects where students perform significantly above national average

Computer Appreciation / Introduction (OCR Cambridge Technical Foundation Diploma at Level 3)
★★★★ ★
(21 students)
Computing and IT Advanced Technician (OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma at Level 3)
★★★★ ★
(21 students)
Sociology (GCE A level)
★★★★ ★
(33 students)
Business Studies (BTEC National Extended Diploma L3 - Band N - PPP-D*D*D*)
★★★★ ★
(27 students)
English Language (GCE A level)
★ ★★★★
(8 students)

Strong performance in 5 subjects

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

The fundamental competitive skill we need to teach is the skill of being able to learn. Staff believe that every student can learn, regardless of background, demographics or ethnicity. If our students leave us with a hunger to learn then we have succeeded. An appetite to learn and continue learning throughout adult life.

Head Teacher's Message

From the Principal: Gateway College is a Sixth Form College offering a broad range of courses from Entry Level to Level 3 across academic, vocational and technical pathways. Courses are delivered by experienced specialists with strong pastoral support. OFSTED graded the college Good in March 2025, and many courses are in the top 10% nationally for achievement and value added. The college emphasises progression through a wide network of former students, employers and universities, with opportunities for work experience, talks and mentorship.

Facilities

Learning Resource Centre ICT facilities with over 500 PCs Subject learning classrooms equipped with the latest fully fitted ICT and interactive technology Sports and Fitness Centre Design studios Science laboratories Conference room Reflections room A sports field A multi-purpose games area suitable for all weather conditions A four court Sports Hall suitable for badminton, basketball, volleyball, netball and five-a-side football Tennis court facilities Fully equipped fitness studio The entire College site can be accessed by students with physical disabilities Gateway Street catering service offers a hot and cold menu and snacks at competitive prices A dining area

Curriculum Highlights

Broad range of courses from Entry Level to Level 3 across academic, vocational and technical pathways A Levels and T Levels Vocational, academic and technical qualifications Many courses are in the top 10% nationally for achievement and value added (some are number 1)

Admissions Criteria

Gateway accepts applications from home students who have a right to reside in the UK. Overseas students requiring UK Border Agency visas cannot enroll as the college is not registered with UKBA to enrol overseas students.

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