Richard Huish College

A outstanding academy 16-19 converter school in Somerset. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Richard Huish College.

Taunton, TA13DZ Ofsted: Outstanding 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
35.2
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 42.0%
Sustained employment
76.6
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 39.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
100.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Outstanding

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

Outstanding
Overall effectiveness
Outstanding
Last inspected
26 April 2022
Quality of education
Outstanding
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
South Road
Taunton, TA13DZ
Phone
1823320800
Website
huish.ac.uk/

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
148791
Type
Academy 16-19 converter
Phase
Sixth Form Only
Address
South Road, Taunton, TA1 3DZ
Website
https://www.huish.ac.uk/
Age range
16-19
Gender
Mixed
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
RICHARD HUISH TRUST
Setting
Urban: Further from 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
42.0%
University, college, or sixth form
Enter Employment
39.0%
Full or part-time jobs
Start Apprenticeships
7.0%
Learning while earning
Not in Education or Work
9.0%
NEET - needs support

Sixth Form University Progression

Where sixth form students go after graduation

University Progression
39%
Quality: Average
Sixth Form Size
956 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

Study Skills (Extended Project (Diploma))
★★★★★
(65 students)
Computer Architecture / Systems (BTEC National Foundation Diploma L3 - Band H - P-D*)
★★★★ ★
(16 students)
Mathematics (Numeracy) (Core Maths Qualifications at Level 3)
★★★★ ★
(22 students)
Law (GCE A level)
★★★★ ★
(115 students)
Applied Sciences (BTEC National Extended Certificate L3 - Band F - P-D*)
★★★★ ★
(20 students)

Strong performance in 5 subjects

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"We have a culture that cares for the individual and promotes inclusivity, equality and mutual respect – specialist support is available for all and diversity is embraced."

We have a culture that cares for the individual and promotes inclusivity, equality and mutual respect – specialist support is available for all and diversity is embraced. Our mission is to provide a transformative and enriching education through a culture that empowers independence, inspires curiosity, and nurtures critical thinkers to thrive and engage confidently with the world.

Head Teacher's Message

Our mission is to provide a transformative and enriching education through a culture that empowers independence, inspires curiosity, and nurtures critical thinkers to thrive and engage confidently with the world.

Extracurriculars

Sports

Football

Curriculum Highlights

Over 40 Level 3 courses available Level 2 Pathway progression Apprenticeships (Accountancy, Education) Adult Learning qualifications EnRICH programme (EnRICH Day, Academic, Medical & Careers, Community & Charity, Music, Human Rights Portfolio Course, Performing Arts, Societies, Sport, Student Voice)

Admissions Criteria

Level 3 entry requirements are at least five GCSEs at grades 9–4, including Mathematics and English Language. For a Triple Vocational qualification, a Vocational Level 2 qualification at Merit or above can be accepted in place of one GCSE. Some courses have higher requirements; these will be discussed at Advice and Guidance and enrolment. Our online application opens for Year 11 in November and can be submitted up to September, with changes to the Study Programme allowed up until enrolment. New starters have access to Huish Headstart and Experience Days, and there are Welcome to Huish events in the summer prior to joining.

Financial Information

Huish Experience Fee: Level 2 Pathway £40.00; Level 3 Study Programme £80.00.

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