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The Burgate School and Sixth Form is a non-selective academy. It has about 1,070 boys and girls aged between 11 and 18. In May 2019 the school was rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted.
Particular strengths include Representation, Attendance, Disadvantaged pupils and Environment. Relative weaknesses include Admissions and Sixth form.
The school's overall score (out of 100) is given below. Coloured segments show the contributions of each indicator, explained in more detail below. Hover over the segments for details. Personalise the score by clicking on the button to set your own priorities.
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Representation: In balance. The socio-economic mix and ethnic representation are both in balance with the local community. Show details
Attendance: Excellent. Pupil absence rates are very low and the incidence of persistent absence is quite low.
Disadvantaged pupils: Above average. Progress up to age 16 is about average. Destinations at 16 are about average. Progress at 16-18 is excellent. Destinations at 18 (allowing for attainment) are above average.
Environment: Above average. Air pollution and traffic accidents are quite low, while crime is roughly average.
Attainment: Above average. Up to age 16 it is above average, while at ages 16-18 it is below average. (This doesn't take into account pupils' prior performance. For that, see Progress.)
Finances: About average. The school budget has been roughly in balance
Progress: About average. Progress up to the ages of 16 and 18 are both about average. (This takes into account pupils' prior performance. For information about actual grades, see Attainment.)
Destinations: About average. The proportion of students going on to education or training at 16 is quite high, while at 18 (allowing for attainment) it is very low. Show details
Sixth form: Below average. Attainment is below average, progress is about average and destinations at 18 (allowing for attainment) are poor.
Admissions: Below average. The occupancy rate and offer rate are both quite high. There is no compulsory entrance exam.
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