Queen Elizabeth School
| Type | Secondary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 11-18 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Kirkby Lonsdale Lancashire LA6 2HJ |
| Phone | 01524271275 |
| Reference Number | 136357 |
Queen Elizabeth School has demonstrated a good overall performance since its recent inspection, marking the first such evaluation under section 5 of the Education Act 2005. The school is characterized by a strong culture of scholarship and care, with proud pupils and staff who benefit from a well-organized curriculum that allows for good educational outcomes. Notably, the behaviour and attitudes of students are outstanding, contributing positively to the learning environment. Despite the many strengths, there are areas that require attention, particularly surrounding the support for reading and some inconsistencies in addressing gaps in understanding among students.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 1156 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 50.35%
Girls: 49.65% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 8.3% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 2.5% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 24.1 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 135 | 125 | 260 |
| 8 | 127 | 127 | 254 |
| 9 | 130 | 124 | 254 |
| 10 | 57 | 69 | 126 |
| 11 | 58 | 61 | 119 |
| 12 | 32 | 31 | 63 |
| 13 | 43 | 37 | 80 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 94.2% |
| White, Other | 2.2% |
| Mixed, Other | 1.7% |
| Unclassified | 0.6% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.5% |
| White & Asian | 0.3% |
| African | 0.1% |
| Irish | 0.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.1% |
| Asian, Other | 0.1% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Outstanding |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Sixth Form Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 12 Oct 2022 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 12 Oct 2022 | School inspection: |
| 14 Feb 2012 | Academy conversion letter |
| 11 Mar 2010 | Curriculum and development visit |
| Previously as Queen Elizabeth School | |
| 11 Mar 2010 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 21 Nov 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 21 Nov 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 28 May 2008 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 28 May 2008 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 19 Sep 2005 | Full inspection: |
| 19 Sep 2005 | Full inspection: |
| 19 Sep 2000 | Full inspection |
| 19 Sep 2000 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- High expectations for pupils' and students' achievement.
- Well-thought-out, ambitious, and balanced curriculum.
- Pupils and students feel safe, happy, and supported.
- Outstanding behaviour and attitudes towards learning.
- Strong pastoral support for pupils and students.
- Effective careers guidance and support for future planning.
- Well-resourced libraries and a variety of extracurricular clubs.
Areas for Improvement
- Some teachers do not address pupils' misconceptions promptly.
- Inconsistent identification of pupils struggling with reading skills.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| 59.6 |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 68.9% | ||
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 90.8% |
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 | 34.55 | ||
| Average Points (best 3) | 34.13 |
Grades
| School | Local | Nationwide | |
| Average Grade | C+ | C+ | C+ |
| Average Grade (best 3) | C+ | C+ | C+ |
| Percentage | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students getting AAB or better | 15% |
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 154 | 3 |
| Third Preference | 73 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 315 | 134 |
Previous Years
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| Staying in Education | |
| > Further Education | |
| > School Sixth Form | |
| > Sixth Form College | |
| > Other Education | |
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| Employment | |
| Not in education or employment | |
| Unknown |
| Name | Distance |
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St Mary's CofE Primary School
Kendal Road, Kirkby Lonsdale, Carnforth, Lancashire, LA6 2DN |
0.12 miles |
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Casterton, Sedbergh Preparatory School
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1.35 miles |
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Leck St Peter's Church of England Primary School
Leck, Via Carnforth, Lancashire, LA6 2JD |
2.57 miles |
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Arkholme Church of England Primary School
Arkholme, Carnforth, Lancashire, LA6 1AU |
4.28 miles |
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Melling St Wilfrid Church of England Primary School
Lodge Lane, Melling, Carnforth, Lancashire, LA6 2RE |
4.62 miles |
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Burton Morewood CofE Primary School
Main Street, Burton-in-Kendal, Carnforth, Lancashire, LA6 1ND |
4.84 miles |
| Name | Distance |
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Queen Elizabeth Studio School
Kirkby Lonsdale, LA6 2HJ |
0 miles |
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Underley Garden School
Kirkby Lonsdale, Carnforth, Lancashire, LA6 2DZ |
1.14 miles |