Long Road Sixth Form College

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

Cambridge, CB28PX Ofsted: Good Age 16-19 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

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Needs all indicators

Performance score unavailable: missing published data for Continue in education or training, Sustained employment

Indicators used for Sixth Form Only schools

Continue in education or training
Not published
Raw: No data published
Sustained employment
Not published
Raw: No data published
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: Not used
Raw: Good

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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
28 January 2025
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
Long Road
Cambridge, CB28PX

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
151132
Type
Academy 16-19 converter
Phase
Sixth Form Only
Address
Long Road, Cambridge, CB2 8PX
Age range
16-19
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Opened
01-09-2024
Trust/MAT
THE SIXTH FORM COLLEGES TRUST
Capacity
2,600 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
Yes
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

Be Your Best at a Specialist Sixth Form College Be Yourself as part of our Inclusive Community Be Amazed at our Green Spaces and Facilities Be Inspired by our Supportive, Expert Staff Be the Future with our Wide Range of Courses Be a Star with our Enrichment Activities

Head Teacher's Message

I am delighted that you are considering joining Long Road Sixth Form College. We are a friendly, inclusive college, and we will welcome you into our community from the moment you make an application to study with us. We understand that the move from school can sometimes feel a little daunting. Don’t worry - we make sure you have individual support throughout your time with us, to ensure a smooth transition and to get the most out of college life. At Long Road, you’ll learn in a mature, university-style setting on our beautiful green campus. We will help you gain the knowledge and skills to thrive here, and we will support you in preparing for the future, whether you are planning on university, apprenticeship or employment as your next step. We are experts in 16-19 education. Our students are successful because our teachers are truly committed subject specialists. We recognise every student is unique and provide the support that’s right for you. Long Road has a long and proud history of supporting students to achieve their very best. Progress Coaches will work with you in tutorials and one-to-one meetings to help you make the jump to higher level study, and to discuss your future plans. I look forward to meeting you soon. My very best wishes, Steve Dann

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Basketball Academy

Sports

Basketball

Facilities

Green campus New study and leisure facilities

Curriculum Highlights

A Level Level 3 Applied Courses Level 4 Foundation Level 2 Diplomas GCSEs Extended Project Qualification Qualifications Explained

Financial Information

Scholarships: Available

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