Boston High School
| Type | Secondary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 11-18 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Spilsby Road Boston Lincolnshire PE21 9PF |
| Phone | 01205310505 |
| Reference Number | 139140 |
Boston High School remains a good educational institution, demonstrating a welcoming and inclusive ethos that resonates with students, parents, and staff alike. High expectations are evident throughout the school, fostering a positive environment where pupils generally feel safe and well-supported. The curriculum is ambitious and diverse, with a strong emphasis on personal development through enrichment activities and a focus on mental well-being. This inspection marks the second ungraded assessment since the school was last judged to be good in March 2018, post-COVID-19, allowing for a re-evaluation of its ongoing performance during challenging times.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 816 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 3.92%
Girls: 96.08% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 11.9% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 22.7% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 22.6 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | Unknown | 118 | 118 |
| 8 | Unknown | 119 | 119 |
| 9 | Unknown | 121 | 121 |
| 10 | Unknown | 111 | 111 |
| 11 | Unknown | 119 | 119 |
| 12 | 19 | 95 | 114 |
| 13 | 13 | 101 | 114 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 62.4% |
| White, Other | 20.2% |
| Indian | 3.7% |
| Mixed, Other | 3.3% |
| Pakistani | 2.9% |
| African | 2.1% |
| White & Asian | 1.3% |
| Asian, Other | 1% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 0.5% |
| Unclassified | 0.5% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.4% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 16 Jul 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 16 Jul 2024 | School inspection |
| 13 Mar 2018 | Short inspection |
| 13 Nov 2014 | Full inspection: |
| 04 Jan 2013 | Academy conversion letter |
| 09 Jan 2012 | Interim assessment |
| Previously as Boston High School | |
| 09 Jan 2012 | Interim assessment |
| 14 Jan 2009 | Full inspection: |
| 14 Jan 2009 | Full inspection: |
| 15 Mar 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 15 Mar 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 22 Mar 2004 | Full inspection |
| 22 Mar 2004 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Strong relationships between pupils and staff.
- Effective support for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
- Ambitious and inclusive curriculum covering a broad range of subjects.
- Well-promoted reading initiatives encouraging independent learning.
- Students report high levels of happiness and a sense of belonging.
- Strong personal development curriculum fostering readiness for modern life.
Areas for Improvement
- Some pupils do not achieve as highly as they are capable of.
- Inconsistent application of feedback by students affecting their written work.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| 58.8 |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 76.5% | ||
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 91.6% |
Attainment 8 Score
Note: Exam results were not published in 2021 and 2022 due to the pandemic.
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 | 30.85 | ||
| Average Points (best 3) | 32.73 |
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 | 12.4% |
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 67 | 6 |
| Third Preference | 15 | 1 |
| From another Local Authority | 2 | 1 |
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| Name | Distance |
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Saint Mary's RC Primary Academy Boston
Ashlawn Drive, Boston, Lincolnshire, PE21 9PX |
0.34 miles |
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Tower Road Academy
Ashlawn Drive, Boston, Lincolnshire, PE21 9PX |
0.42 miles |
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Park Academy
Robin Hoods Walk, Boston, Lincolnshire, PE21 9LQ |
0.84 miles |
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St Nicholas CE Primary Academy
Woad Farm Road, Boston, Lincolnshire, PE21 0EF |
1.04 miles |
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Boston Nursery School
Church Road, Boston, PE21 0LJ |
1.08 miles |
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Boston Pioneers Free School Academy
Fydell Crescent, Boston, Lincolnshire, PE21 8SS |
1.15 miles |
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Carlton Road Academy
Carlton Road, Boston, Lincolnshire, PE21 8QX |
1.18 miles |
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Hawthorn Tree School
Toot Lane, Boston, Lincolnshire, PE21 0PT |
1.3 miles |
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Staniland Academy
Peck Avenue, Boston, Lincolnshire, PE21 8DF |
1.51 miles |
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Boston West Academy
Sussex Avenue, Boston, Lincolnshire, PE21 7QG |
1.88 miles |
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St Thomas CofE Primary Academy
Wyberton Low Road, Boston, Lincolnshire, PE21 7RZ |
1.93 miles |
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Fishtoft Academy
Gaysfield Road, Fishtoft, Boston, Lincolnshire, PE21 0SF |
2.6 miles |
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Wyberton Primary Academy
Saundergate Lane, Wyberton, Boston, Lincolnshire, PE21 7BZ |
2.83 miles |
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The Butterwick Pinchbeck's Endowed CofE Primary School
School Lane, Butterwick, Boston, Lincolnshire, PE22 0HU |
2.96 miles |
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Frithville Primary School
West Fen Drainside, Frithville, Boston, Lincolnshire, PE22 7EX |
3.55 miles |
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The Sibsey Free Primary School
Main Road, Sibsey, Boston, Lincolnshire, PE22 0RR |
3.66 miles |
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Gipsey Bridge Academy
Leagate Road, Gipsey Bridge, Boston, Lincolnshire, PE22 7BP |
4.46 miles |
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Kirton Primary School
Station Road, Kirton, Boston, Lincolnshire, PE20 1HY |
4.54 miles |
| Name | Distance |
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Boston Endeavour Academy
Kitwood Road, Boston, PE21 0PX |
0.39 miles |
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Haven High Academy
Marian Road, Boston, Lincolnshire, PE21 9HB |
0.63 miles |
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Boston College
Rochford Campus, Skirbeck Road, Boston, Lincolnshire, PE21 6JF |
1.07 miles |
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The Boston Grammar School
South End, Boston, Lincolnshire, PE21 6JY |
1.07 miles |
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Aspiration House School
Aspiration House, Church Road, Freiston, Boston, Lincolnshire, PE22 0NX |
2.13 miles |
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Bridge House Independent School
Grantham Road, Boston, Lincolnshire, PE21 7NL |
2.31 miles |
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Oakwood House Independent School
Oakwood House ( Woodlands Court), Boston Road, Kirton, Boston, Lincolnshire, PE20 1DS |
4.47 miles |
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Thomas Middlecott Academy
Edinburgh Drive, Kirton, Boston, Lincolnshire, PE20 1JS |
4.91 miles |