Ellowes Hall Sports College
| Type | Secondary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 11-18 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Stickley Lane Lower Gornal Dudley West Midlands DY3 2JH |
| Phone | 01384686600 |
| Reference Number | 141570 |
Ellowes Hall Sports College has made remarkable progress since its previous inspection, moving from an 'Requires Improvement' grade to a 'Good' rating across all categories. The school now has a positive culture with higher expectations for both behavior and academic achievement, which pupils have generally responded to well. The leadership has fostered a supportive environment where pupils feel safe and valued, with strong involvement in extracurricular activities enhancing their school experience. However, there are some concerns regarding a minority of pupils who struggle to meet behavior expectations, and gaps in knowledge have emerged for some learners, particularly those with SEND.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 1065 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 51.08%
Girls: 48.92% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 27.6% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 2.2% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 22 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 109 | 109 | 218 |
| 8 | 114 | 106 | 220 |
| 9 | 109 | 85 | 194 |
| 10 | 105 | 99 | 204 |
| 11 | 104 | 107 | 211 |
| 12 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 13 | 3 | 15 | 18 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 82.1% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 3.9% |
| White, Other | 2.6% |
| African | 2% |
| Indian | 1.6% |
| Caribbean | 1.6% |
| Mixed, Other | 1.5% |
| White & Asian | 1% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.8% |
| Asian, Other | 0.8% |
| Pakistani | 0.7% |
| Chinese | 0.2% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Sixth Form Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 25 Apr 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 25 Apr 2023 | School inspection: |
| 12 Nov 2019 | Full inspection: |
| 04 Mar 2015 | Academy conversion letter |
| 14 Nov 2012 | Full inspection: |
| Previously as Ellowes Hall Sports College | |
| 14 Nov 2012 | Full inspection: |
| 07 Jan 2011 | Interim assessment |
| 07 Jan 2011 | Interim assessment |
| 01 Jun 2009 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 01 Jun 2009 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 15 Apr 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 15 Apr 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 01 Nov 2006 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 01 Nov 2006 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 07 Mar 2006 | Monitoring visit |
| 07 Mar 2006 | Monitoring visit |
| 09 Nov 2005 | Monitoring visit |
| 09 Nov 2005 | Monitoring visit |
| 11 May 2005 | Inspection |
| 11 May 2005 | Inspection |
| 22 Nov 2004 | Full inspection |
| 22 Nov 2004 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Significant improvements in school culture and pupil safety.
- Well-designed curriculum accessible to all pupils.
- Strong subject knowledge among teachers enhancing learning.
- Effective careers guidance starting from Year 7.
- Wide range of enrichment opportunities for students.
Areas for Improvement
- Some teachers do not thoroughly check pupils' understanding.
- Gaps in knowledge for some pupils, including those with SEND.
- A minority of pupils not adhering to new behavior expectations.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| 43.1 |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 40.7% | ||
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 52.6% |
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 | 26.07 |
Grades
| School | Local | Nationwide | |
| Average Grade | C- | C- | C+ |
| Average Grade (best 3) | SUPP | C+ | C+ |
| Percentage | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 96 | 23 |
| Third Preference | 61 | 5 |
| From another Local Authority | 12 | 3 |
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