Huntcliff School
| Type | Secondary / Academy sponsor led |
| Age Range | 11-16 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Marske Mill Lane Saltburn By the Sea North Yorkshire TS12 1HJ |
| Phone | 01287621010 |
| Reference Number | 148335 |
Huntcliff School has been rated as good overall in its first inspection under section 5 of the Education Act 2005. The school has shown notable improvements in the quality of education provided, with particular strengths in subjects such as history and drama, where pupils achieve well. The leadership team, supported by the trust, has a clear grasp of areas needing enhancement and is actively working towards these goals. There is a commendable emphasis on well-being, with pastoral support helping to foster a positive learning environment and a focus on mental health.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 535 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 51.96%
Girls: 48.04% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 30.1% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 1.1% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 23.6 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 59 | 48 | 107 |
| 8 | 61 | 50 | 111 |
| 9 | 53 | 55 | 108 |
| 10 | 52 | 47 | 99 |
| 11 | 53 | 57 | 110 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 94.2% |
| White, Other | 1.7% |
| White & Asian | 1.5% |
| Mixed, Other | 0.7% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.6% |
| Unclassified | 0.4% |
| African | 0.2% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| Last Report Date | 14 Jun 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 14 Jun 2023 | School inspection: |
Strengths
- Pupils are polite and welcoming, exhibiting a strong school ethos.
- The curriculum includes diverse topics beyond academics, such as diversity and fundamental British values.
- Improvements in subjects like history, drama, and English are evident.
- Leaders have a strong understanding of areas needing improvement.
- Teachers effectively support students with SEND, ensuring their needs are met.
- Pupils demonstrate good behaviour and have a positive attitude towards learning.
- The school has a well-planned PSHE curriculum that enhances students' understanding.
- There are various extra-curricular opportunities for pupils.
- Strong attendance rates are maintained below local and national averages.
Areas for Improvement
- Some lessons do not consistently support pupils' understanding, slowing progress.
- Many pupils do not engage with the diverse personal development opportunities available.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| 49.3 |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 57.3% | ||
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 71.8% |
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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| Second Preference | 67 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 25 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 4 | 1 |
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| Name | Distance |
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Saltburn Primary School
Marske Mill Lane, Saltburn-by-the-Sea, North Yorkshire, TS12 1HJ |
0.21 miles |
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Skelton Primary School
Station Lane, Skelton, Saltburn-by-the-Sea, North Yorkshire, TS12 2LR |
1.16 miles |
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St Peter's Church of England Primary School
Marshall Drive, Brotton, Saltburn-by-the-Sea, North Yorkshire, TS12 2UW |
1.43 miles |
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Errington Primary School
Windy Hill Lane, Marske-by-Sea, Redcar, North Yorkshire, TS11 7BL |
1.66 miles |
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Westgarth Primary School
Redcar Road, Marske-by-the-Sea, Redcar, North Yorkshire, TS11 6AE |
1.97 miles |
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St Bede's Catholic Primary School
Redcar Road, Marske-by-Sea, Redcar, North Yorkshire, TS11 6AE |
2.01 miles |
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Badger Hill Academy
Marston Road, Kilton Lane, Brotton, Saltburn-by-the-Sea, North Yorkshire, TS12 2XR |
2.14 miles |
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New Marske Primary School
Birkdale Road, New Marske, Redcar, North Yorkshire, TS11 8BN |
2.41 miles |
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Lockwood Primary School
Lockwood Primary School, Margrove Road, Boosbeck, Saltburn-by-the-Sea, North Yorkshire, TS12 3BL |
2.48 miles |
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Lingdale Primary School
Davison Street, Lingdale, Saltburn-by-the-Sea, North Yorkshire, TS12 3DU |
2.99 miles |
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Whitecliffe Academy
Mill Lane, Carlin How, Saltburn-By-The-Sea, North Yorkshire, TS13 4AD |
3.21 miles |
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Wheatlands Primary School
Hundale Crescent, Redcar, North Yorkshire, TS10 2PU |
3.22 miles |
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John Emmerson Batty Primary School
Walnut Grove, Redcar, North Yorkshire, TS10 3PG |
3.43 miles |
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Ings Farm Primary School
Stirling Road, Redcar, North Yorkshire, TS10 2JZ |
3.47 miles |
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Green Gates Primary School
Kielder Close, Redcar, North Yorkshire, TS10 4HS |
3.87 miles |
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Chaloner Primary School
Wilton Lane, Guisborough, North Yorkshire, TS14 6JA |
3.88 miles |
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Handale Primary School
West Park Avenue, Loftus, Saltburn-by-the-Sea, North Yorkshire, TS13 4RL |
3.88 miles |
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Lakes Primary School
West Dyke Road, Redcar, North Yorkshire, TS10 4JH |
3.91 miles |
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Hummersea Primary School
Westfield Way, Loftus, Saltburn-by-the-Sea, North Yorkshire, TS13 4XD |
3.92 miles |
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Zetland Primary School
Redcar Lane, Redcar, North Yorkshire, TS10 3JL |
4.06 miles |
| Name | Distance |
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Kilton Thorpe Specialist Academy
Marshall Drive, Brotton, Saltburn-by-the-Sea, TS12 2UW |
1.45 miles |
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Freebrough Academy
Linden Road, Saltburn-By-the-Sea, TS12 2SJ |
1.56 miles |
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Invested Education
Hall Close, Marske-by-the-Sea, Redcar, Cleveland, TS11 6AB |
1.86 miles |
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Outwood Academy Bydales
Coast Road, Marske-by-the-Sea, Redcar, North Yorkshire, TS11 6AR |
2.05 miles |
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Old Farm School
Old Farm School, Stank House Farm, Kilton Lane, Brotton, TS12 2TZ |
3.14 miles |
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Rye Hills Academy
Redcar Lane, Redcar, TS10 2HN |
3.5 miles |
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Laurence Jackson School
Church Lane, Guisborough, North Yorkshire, TS14 6RD |
3.57 miles |
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Prior Pursglove and Stockton Sixth Form College
Church Walk, Guisborough, TS14 6BU |
3.84 miles |
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Kirkleatham Hall School
Kirkleatham, Kirkleatham Village, Redcar, TS10 4QR |
3.97 miles |
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Outwood Academy Redcar
Kirkleatham Lane, Redcar, Cleveland, TS10 4AB |
4.38 miles |
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Sacred Heart Catholic Secondary
Mersey Road, Redcar, North Yorkshire, TS10 1PJ |
4.57 miles |