Ullswater Community College
| Type | Secondary / Foundation school |
| Age Range | 11-18 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Wetheriggs Lane Penrith Cumbria CA11 8NG |
| Phone | 01768210206 |
| Reference Number | 112393 |
Ullswater Community College is performing well overall, having improved from a previous inspection grade of 'Requires Improvement' to 'Good'. The school fosters a warm and welcoming environment where pupils feel valued and supported. The leadership effectively promotes high academic expectations and encourages active participation in a range of activities, contributing to students' personal and academic growth. Notably, provisions for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are effective, ensuring their inclusion and success in the school community. However, attendance rates for some pupils, particularly those from disadvantaged backgrounds, remain a concern, impacting their overall learning experience.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 1535 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 49.51%
Girls: 50.49% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 18.4% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 6.6% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 22.6 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 130 | 135 | 265 |
| 8 | 139 | 133 | 272 |
| 9 | 127 | 130 | 257 |
| 10 | 132 | 128 | 260 |
| 11 | 141 | 121 | 262 |
| 12 | 51 | 84 | 135 |
| 13 | 40 | 44 | 84 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 88.1% |
| White, Other | 6.1% |
| Unclassified | 1.4% |
| White & Asian | 0.8% |
| Mixed, Other | 0.7% |
| African | 0.5% |
| Asian, Other | 0.3% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 0.2% |
| Chinese | 0.2% |
| Indian | 0.2% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.2% |
| Irish | 0.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.1% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Sixth Form Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 18 Apr 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 18 Apr 2023 | School inspection: |
| 21 May 2019 | Full inspection: |
| 27 Nov 2018 | Short inspection |
| 13 Sep 2016 | Monitoring visit |
| 13 Feb 2014 | Full inspection: |
| 09 Oct 2012 | Full inspection: |
| 30 Jun 2010 | Full inspection: |
| 01 Dec 2009 | Monitoring visit |
| 01 Apr 2009 | Full inspection: |
| 04 Feb 2008 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 11 Jan 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 09 Oct 2000 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Strong contributions to the school's inclusive culture from pupils.
- Effective leadership that maintains high academic expectations.
- Well-organized curriculums that support pupils' knowledge development.
- Comprehensive support for pupils with SEND.
- Strong emphasis on reading developments for less accomplished readers.
- Positive and respectful relationships between pupils and staff.
- Effective careers education that prepares pupils for future opportunities.
Areas for Improvement
- Some subjects lack depth in curricular activities, affecting knowledge understanding.
- Attendance rates are too high for a small number of pupils, including disadvantaged students.
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
- English
- Maths
- 3 subjects from qualifications that count towards the English Baccalaureate (EBacc), like sciences, language and history
- 3 more GCSE qualifications (including EBacc subjects) or technical awards from a list approved by the Department for Education
Each grade a pupil gets is assigned a point score from 9 (the highest) to 1 (the lowest). These scores are added up, with English and maths counted twice.
| School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|
| 41 |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 43.5% | ||
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 56.9% |
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
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| Points | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Points | 31.57 | ||
| Average Points (best 3) | 35 |
Grades
| School | Local | Nationwide | |
| Average Grade | C | C+ | C+ |
| Average Grade (best 3) | B- | C+ | C+ |
| Percentage | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students getting AAB or better | 21.4% |
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 79 | 13 |
| Third Preference | 30 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 8 | 1 |
Previous Years
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| Staying in Education | |
| > Further Education | |
| > School Sixth Form | |
| > Sixth Form College | |
| > Other Education | |
| Apprenticeships | |
| Employment | |
| Not in education or employment | |
| Unknown |
| Name | Distance |
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North Lakes School
Huntley Avenue, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 8NU |
0.24 miles |
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Brunswick School
Brunswick Road, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 7LX |
0.48 miles |
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Beaconside CofE Primary School
Hutton Hill, Beaconside C of E Primary School, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 8EN |
0.61 miles |
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St Catherine's Catholic Primary School, Penrith
Drovers Lane, St Catherine's Catholic Primary School, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 9EL |
0.67 miles |
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Hunter Hall School
Frenchfield, Penrith, CA11 8UA |
1.04 miles |
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Yanwath Primary School
Yanwath, Penrith, Cumbria, CA10 2LA |
1.42 miles |
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Clifton Primary School
Clifton, Clifton Primary School, Penrith, Cumbria, CA10 2EG |
2.16 miles |
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Stainton CofE Primary School
Stainton, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0ET |
2.37 miles |
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Langwathby CofE Primary School
Salkeld Road, Langwathby, Penrith, Cumbria, CA10 1ND |
4.1 miles |
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Lowther Endowed School
Hackthorpe, Penrith, Cumbria, CA10 2HT |
4.12 miles |
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Plumpton School
Plumpton, Plumpton School, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 9PA |
4.82 miles |
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Greystoke Primary School
Icold Road, Greystoke, Greystoke School, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0TP |
4.85 miles |
| Name | Distance |
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Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith
Ullswater Road, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 7EG |
0.35 miles |