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Ullswater Community College
Wetheriggs Lane, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 8NG, Westmorland and Furness
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
32.6 / 100
Bottom 33%
Better than 33% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
1,535
Capacity
1,625
Ages
11–18
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
94%
Summary
With a recent Ofsted rating of Good, this secondary school demonstrates solid performance, particularly as it ranks in the top 76% nationally for GCSE Attainment 8, achieving an average score of 41.0. While 62% of students secure grade 4 or above in English and Maths, and 56% progress to university, the low EBacc entry rate of 19% may be a consideration for parents focused on a broad academic curriculum. Overall, it offers a supportive environment for students aged 11-18, with a reasonable level of parent satisfaction reflected in its LocaleIQ score.
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Last inspected: 18 April 2023Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: GoodBehaviour & Attitudes: GoodLeadership & Management: Good
GCSE Results
| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Attainment 8Combined grade score across a pupil's best 8 GCSEs. Higher = stronger academic outcomes. National average ~46.7. | 41.0 | Bottom 25% UK |
| English & Maths — Standard pass (grade 4+)Share of pupils who achieved grade 4+ in both English and Maths. Grade 4 is the minimum threshold for most employers and sixth forms. National average ~64%. | 62% | Bottom 38% UK |
| English & Maths — Strong pass (grade 5+)Share of pupils achieving grade 5+ in both English and Maths. Required by many universities and competitive sixth-form programmes. National average ~44%. | 44% | Bottom 49% UK |
| EBacc — Entry rate% of pupils who sat GCSEs in the full EBacc suite: English, Maths, History or Geography, a language, and Sciences. Signals a broad academic curriculum. National average ~39%. | 19% | Bottom 26% UK |
| EBacc — Achievement (grade 5+)% of pupils who achieved grade 5+ across all EBacc subjects. Reflects both curriculum breadth and academic rigour. National average ~22%. | 12% | Bottom 26% UK |
University Destinations
| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Progression to university% of sixth-form leavers who went on to study a degree at a UK university. Includes all universities. National average ~55%. | 56% | Average |
| Top-third universities% of leavers who went to a top-third university (Russell Group and equivalents — the most academically selective institutions). National average ~18%. | 24% | Above avg |
Based on 105 leavers (DfE Destinations data, latest available year).
Pupil Ethnicity
White British88.1%
White Other6.1%
Mixed W+Asian0.8%
Other0.8%
Mixed Other0.7%
Black African0.5%
Asian Other0.3%
Mixed W+B African0.2%
Mixed W+B Carib.0.2%
Asian Indian0.2%
Asian Chinese0.2%
Gypsy/Roma0.1%
White Irish0.1%
Asian Pakistani0.1%
Asian Bangladeshi0.1%
Location
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54.65940, -2.74921 · CA11 8NG
School details
Local authorityWestmorland and Furness
RegionNorth West
URN112393
School typeFoundation school
Websitewww.ullswatercc.co.uk/
Frequently asked questions
What is Ullswater Community College rated by Ofsted?
Ullswater Community College was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 18 April 2023.
Is Ullswater Community College a good school?
Ullswater Community College scores 32.6/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 33% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
How do pupils perform at Ullswater Community College in GCSEs?
Ullswater Community College achieved an Attainment 8 score of 41.0. 62% of pupils achieved grade 9–4 in English and Maths.
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