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King Ecgbert School
Totley Brook Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S17 3QU, Sheffield
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
93.1 / 100
Top 7%
Better than 93% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Outstanding
Pupils
1,504
Capacity
1,197
Ages
11–18
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
126%
Summary
With an Outstanding rating from Ofsted and a strong GCSE Attainment 8 score of 56.1, this secondary school demonstrates impressive academic performance, ranking in the top 13% nationally. Parent satisfaction is high, with 91% recommending the school, indicating a supportive community. While 82% of students achieve a grade 4 or above in English and Maths, a notable 64% reach grade 5 or above, showcasing solid foundational skills for future studies.
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Last inspected: 1 October 2024Quality Of Education: OutstandingPersonal Development: OutstandingBehaviour & Attitudes: OutstandingLeadership & Management: Outstanding
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. | 56.1 | Top 13% 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%. | 82% | Top 14% 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%. | 64% | Top 13% 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%. | 40% | Top 27% 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%. | 35% | Top 27% 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%. | 78% | Top 20% |
| Top-third universities% of leavers who went to a top-third university (Russell Group and equivalents — the most academically selective institutions). National average ~18%. | 37% | Top 20% |
Based on 180 leavers (DfE Destinations data, latest available year).
Parent View (205 responses)
★★★★4.1
Good range of subjects
96%
Good range of extra-curricular
95%
My child feels safe
91%
My child is happy
91%
I'd recommend this school
91%
School has high expectations
91%
My child makes good progress
90%
Progress is communicated
90%
Behaviour is good
88%
School supports development
85%
School keeps me informed
75%
School responds to concerns
53%
Pupil Ethnicity
White British57.5%
Asian Pakistani13.3%
Mixed W+Asian4.4%
Asian Chinese3.5%
Black African3.5%
Mixed Other2.7%
White Other2.7%
Asian Other2.3%
Other2.0%
Mixed W+B Carib.1.9%
Asian Indian1.7%
Asian Bangladeshi1.7%
Black Other1.1%
Mixed W+B African0.7%
Black Caribbean0.4%
White Irish0.2%
Location
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53.32059, -1.53663 · S17 3QU
School details
Local authoritySheffield
RegionYorkshire and the Humber
URN138841
School typeAcademy converter
Frequently asked questions
What is King Ecgbert School rated by Ofsted?
King Ecgbert School was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 1 October 2024.
Is King Ecgbert School a good school?
King Ecgbert School scores 93.1/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 7% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
What do parents say about King Ecgbert School?
Based on 205 Ofsted Parent View responses, King Ecgbert School receives a satisfaction score of 81% across all parent survey questions.
How do pupils perform at King Ecgbert School in GCSEs?
King Ecgbert School achieved an Attainment 8 score of 56.1. 82% of pupils achieved grade 9–4 in English and Maths.
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