Fulford School
| Type | Secondary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 11-18 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Fulfordgate Heslington Lane Fulford York North Yorkshire YO10 4FY |
| Phone | 01904633300 |
| Reference Number | 144711 |
Fulford School is performing exceptionally well, having been rated outstanding across all areas of the inspection. The school exhibits strong moral values and has developed an inclusive community where pupils are supported to excel academically and socially. A wide range of opportunities, focused on both academic and personal development, ensures that students are well-prepared for their future. This is the first inspection under the new framework since the school converted to an academy, and it continues the legacy of excellence established when it was previously inspected.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 1765 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 50.14%
Girls: 49.86% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 8.9% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 11% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 23.6 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 164 | 136 | 300 |
| 8 | 159 | 140 | 299 |
| 9 | 144 | 134 | 278 |
| 10 | 128 | 148 | 276 |
| 11 | 130 | 128 | 258 |
| 12 | 92 | 110 | 202 |
| 13 | 68 | 84 | 152 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 77% |
| White, Other | 6.9% |
| Asian, Other | 2.7% |
| Chinese | 2.3% |
| Mixed, Other | 1.9% |
| Unclassified | 1.8% |
| White & Asian | 1.6% |
| Indian | 1.1% |
| African | 0.8% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.7% |
| Pakistani | 0.5% |
| Irish | 0.4% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 0.3% |
| Caribbean | 0.1% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| > Quality of education | Outstanding |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Outstanding |
| > Personal Development | Outstanding |
| > Leadership & Management | Outstanding |
| > Sixth Form Provision | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 04 Oct 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 04 Oct 2023 | School inspection: |
| 04 Jan 2018 | Academy conversion letter |
| 18 May 2011 | Full inspection: |
| Previously as Fulford School | |
| 18 May 2011 | Full inspection: |
| 25 Feb 2009 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 25 Feb 2009 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 20 Nov 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 20 Nov 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 08 Dec 2003 | Full inspection |
| 08 Dec 2003 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Outstanding academic success and support for all pupils.
- Strong moral values embedded in the school culture.
- Inclusive community that values diversity.
- High expectations for pupil behaviour and conduct.
- Effective pastoral systems supporting pupil well-being.
- Strong curriculum promoting reading and critical thinking.
- Excellent professional development for staff.
- Comprehensive support for pupils with SEND.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| 55.2 |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 63.4% | ||
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 78% |
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 | 41.84 | ||
| Average Points (best 3) | 41.65 |
Grades
| School | Local | Nationwide | |
| Average Grade | B+ | B | C+ |
| Average Grade (best 3) | B | B | C+ |
| Percentage | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students getting AAB or better | 30.2% |
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 170 | 9 |
| Third Preference | 80 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 75 | 28 |
Previous Years
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0.13 miles |
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1.05 miles |
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1.06 miles |
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1.12 miles |
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