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York College
Sim Balk Lane, York, North Yorkshire, YO23 2BB, York
Overview
Ofsted
Not available
Ages
16–99
Gender
Mixed
Summary
With a university progression rate of 45%, this college provides a solid pathway for students aiming for higher education, although only 11% secure places at top-third universities. Limited published data makes it difficult to assess overall student satisfaction and academic performance comprehensively. However, for those considering further education, it offers a viable option within the local area.
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| 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%. | 45% | 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%. | 11% | Below avg |
Based on 1155 leavers (DfE Destinations data, latest available year).
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53.93345, -1.11118 · YO23 2BB
School details
Local authorityYork
RegionYorkshire and the Humber
URN130594
School typeFurther education
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Is York College a good school?
York College scores –/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 0% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
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