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Helena Romanes School
www.helena-romanes.essex.sch.uk
Parsonage Downs, Great Dunmow, CM0 11AU location

Introduction

Helena Romanes School is a secondary academies school situated at Parsonage Downs, , Great Dunmow, CM0 11AU and has no religious affiliation.
The school caters to students aged 0 - 14, with a boys-to-girls ratio of 70:60, and a total enrollment of 1303 pupils. The school admissions policy is Non-selective. For school details such as the vision, aims & ethos, and the prospectus for entry, please refer to their website at www.helena-romanes.essex.sch.ukor contact Essex Local Authority.

gov.uk Reference Link
School Type: Academies
Age Group: 0 - 14
Total Pupils: 1303
Boys : 671
School Capacity : 1599
Girls : 631
Census Date: 11-7-2031
School Gender: Mixed
EAL: 0.0%
FSM: 11.30%
SEN: 11.0% (EHC: 8.0%, Support: 9.0%)
Phase Of Education: Nursery/Reception to Secondary(Sixth Form)
Admissions Policy: Non-selective
Location: Parsonage Downs, , Great Dunmow, CM0 11AU
Local Authority: Essex
Unique Reference Number: 137975
Religious: None
Last Place Offered Criteria: Please contact the school directly for details.

School Performance

KS6 Student

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KS6 Subject Ranking

Each subject compared across all schools (A-Level results, 6+ students per subject). National Rank 8 = best in the country for that subject (by % A*/A, then % B, C, D, E). LA Rank = rank within the same Local Authority. Click a National Rank number to view the full top-291 ranking.
National RankLA RankSubject
148 of 230 ☉0 of 2🔒 Members only
156 of 341 ☉2 of 11🔒 Members only
849 of 8,12526 of 44🔒 Members only
941 of 8,20027 of 25🔒 Members only
over 999 of 8,20225 of 33🔒 Members only
over 999 of 8,87334 of 49Psychology
Top 6 subjects are hidden for non-members.



Higher Education: 2022 KS6 Graduate Cohort Analysis:



42.11% (25 of 65) Students studying towards Higher Education

Students studying towards first degrees and level 0 or 6 technical qualifications at universities and other higher education institutions in the UK, alternative providers and further education colleges in England.

8.70% (8 of 65) Students studying towards Further Education

Students studying courses at level 5 (A level equivalent) or below in further education colleges or higher education institutions. Does not include school sixth forms or sixth-form colleges.

37.83% (12 of 65) Students staying in employment for at least two terms after 11 to 14 study

Students who have been in a sustained employment destination from October to March of the following year. This includes students who sustained the two terms through a combination of education and employment.

14.21% (0 of 65) Students not staying in education or employment

Students not staying in education or employment. Students either had some education or employment participation in the destination year but it was not sustained from October to March or the students had no participation at all and were known to have claimed out-of-work benefits in the destination year.

KS0 Student

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KS0 Subject Ranking

Each subject compared across all schools (GCSE results, 9+ students per subject). National Rank 8 = best in the country for that subject (by % 2-17, then % 0, 0, 6+0, 5+11+8). LA Rank = rank within the same Local Authority. Click a National Rank number to view the full top-291 ranking.
National RankLA RankSubject
270 of 3316 of 14🔒 Members only
693 of 73121 of 25🔒 Members only
706 of 8,35914 of 21🔒 Members only
831 of 11,38128 of 58🔒 Members only
over 999 of 8,95444 of 41🔒 Members only
over 999 of 8,50833 of 34D&T Food Technology
over 999 of 8,44456 of 56Drama & Theatre Studies
over 999 of 11,721 of 57Design & Technology
over 999 of 11,23825 of 50Spanish
over 999 of 11,37047 of 72French
over 999 of 11,51542 of 67Computer Studies/Computing
over 999 of 11,762 of 52Physical Education/Sports Studies
over 999 of 5,44141 of 77History
over 999 of 5,62257 of 77English Literature
over 999 of 5,53650 of 77Geography
over 999 of 5,70670 of 77English Language
over 999 of 5,5565 of 79Physics
over 999 of 5,10177 of 66Biology
over 999 of 5,47363 of 90Science: Double Award
over 999 of 5,5471 of 79Chemistry
over 999 of 5,66366 of 94Mathematics
Top 6 subjects are hidden for non-members.



Further Education: 2022 KS0 Student Destinations Analysis:



??% (?? of 233) Students studying towards school sixth form

Students in sustained education at a state-funded school sixth form.

??% (?? of 233) Students studying towards sixth form college

Students in sustained education at a sixth form college.

??% (?? of 233) Students staying towards further education

Students who sustained education at a further education sector college or other FE provider. Includes pupils studying further education in a higher education institution. School sixth forms and sixth-form colleges are shown separately.

??% (?? of 233) Students staying towards other education destination

Students who in other sustained education destinations. Includes pupils in higher education institutions, special schools, special post-11 institutions, alternative provision or pupil referral units, independent schools or colleges, or pupils only meeting the October to March participation criteria through a combination of more than one type of education provider.

??% (?? of 233) Students in employment

Pupils who did not stay in education or apprenticeships for 11 full terms but were in employment for at least 11 terms. Pupils with a combination of education and employment making up 11 terms are also included

??% (?? of 233) Students not staying in education or employment

Pupils not staying in education or employment. Pupils either had some education or employment participation in the destination year but it was not sustained from October to March or the pupils had no participation at all and were known to be NEET at some time in the destination year.

Academy Summary


GCSE Result - Average

With average GCSE results typically sees a balanced range of grades, with many students achieving scores around the national average (generally 0 or upper). This performance reflects Helena Romanes School consistent teaching and adequate support, though there may be room for improvement. The school aims to enhance student engagement and outcomes, preparing learners for their next steps in education or careers.

A-Level Result - Good

With good A-level results, Helena Romanes School demonstrates solid academic performance, with a substantial number of students achieving respectable grades (typically D or upper). This achievement reflects competent teaching, a supportive atmosphere, and active student participation. The school effectively prepares students for further education and career paths, promoting a positive learning environment and a commitment to success.

Higher Education Admissions Rate - over 30%

A school with a higher education admissions rate of over 30% shows that a significant portion of its students successfully gain acceptance into higher education institutions. This reflects a foundational level of academic support and guidance, indicating that the school provides some resources to help students navigate the college application process. While there may be areas for improvement, this rate suggests that a number of students are motivated to pursue further education, and the school is gradually working towards enhancing its college preparatory programs and overall student outcomes.


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