Macclesfield College - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)
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Macclesfield College
- 16 Plus (Sixth Form)
- Macclesfield SK11 8LF
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Requires Improvement
| The quality of education | Requires Improvement |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Requires Improvement |
| Personal development | Requires Improvement |
| Leadership and management | Requires Improvement |
| Education programmes for young people | Requires Improvement |
| Adult learning programmes | Good |
| Apprenticeships | Good |
| Provision for learners with high needs | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Good |
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Career Advice and Guidance: Students receive career development days, mock interviews and guest speakers to prepare for future careers.
Policies and Procedures: Students and apprentices feel safe at college and on work placements.
Handling Bullying/Disciplinary Issues: Students know how and to whom they should report any concerns.
Types of Extracurricular Activities: Limited opportunities beyond vocational curriculum; some participate in competitions and volunteering.
Work Experience/Internships: Participation in work experience for young people is too low.
Community Service/Volunteer Opportunities: Example projects include repair work for victims of domestic violence by construction students.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Most students demonstrate positive behaviours and are motivated to learn.
Academic Performance: Attendance is too low for young people but very high for adults and apprentices.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Tutors implement actions to improve attendance for young people; early impact noted.
Impact of Teaching on Progress: Most tutors use assessment effectively; however, planning in some areas needs improvement.
Strengths/Challenges: Tutors are experienced and maintain vocational competency; challenges exist in quality for young people's education.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Governors slow to hold leaders accountable for young people鈥檚 education quality.
STEM Facilities: Health students learn about cells, molecules, and genetics before work placements.
School Culture and Ethos: Calm and focused learning sessions; motivated learners.
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Macclesfield College is a 16 Plus (Sixth Form), Co-Ed college located in Cheshire, North West.
from age 16-99 yr.
This school rated Requires Improvement by recent Ofsted inspection.
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| Phase of Education | 16 Plus (Sixth Form) | 16 Plus (Sixth Form) | 16 Plus (Sixth Form) |
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| Ofset report | Requires Improvement | Good | Requires Improvement |
| Age range | 16-99 | 16-99 | 16-99 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
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| Student teacher ratio | - | - | - |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | 1.80% | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
A level exam result
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | - | 27.53 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | - | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 27.13 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 11.2% | 13.67% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 254 | 221 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 24% | 53.21% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 15% | 8.47% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 33% | 25.74% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 23% | 9.16% | 9.05% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | - | 31.24 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | - | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 29.71 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 15.3% | 17.7% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 713 | 273 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 50% | 59.05% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 9% | 5.79% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 20% | 21.68% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 15% | 9.11% | 10.69% |
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Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | - | 27.9 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | - | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 26.55 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 12.35% | 13.07% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 510 | 237 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 33% | 53.59% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 13% | 10.71% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 33% | 24.41% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 15% | 7.29% | 8.8% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | - | 28.01 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | - | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 27.84 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 13.11% | 13.37% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 3 | 4 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 93 | 45.47% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 9% | 8% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 31% | 22.59% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 11% | 3.94% | 4.22% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 22.2 | 28.41 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 23.78 | 29.4 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 11.45% | 12.64% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 133 | 49.13% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 13% | 9% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 41% | 22.38% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 9% | 3.94% | 4.23% |
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 23rd Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
