Exam Results & Information

Our Student's hard work, supported by our dedicated staff, consistently leads to results that are significantly above national and regional averages. We are incredibly proud of what our students achieve.

Outstanding GCSE Results in 2025

Our students' achievements are reflected in their excellent exam grades:

92% of all exams taken resulted in a Grade 4 or above (a standard pass).
- This is significantly higher than the national average of 67.4%.
34% of all exams resulted in a Grade 7 or above (equivalent to an A/A*).
- This is nearly double the regional average of 18.3%.

Adding Value to Your Child's Education

A key measure of a school's success is Progress 8. This score shows how much progress students make from when they join us to when they take their GCSEs.

Our Progress 8 score is +0.15.

What does this mean for your child? It shows that our students achieve higher grades than would be predicted based on their prior results. We add real value to their education, helping them reach their full potential.

More Than Just Numbers: Our Commitment to Every Student

While these headline figures are impressive, they don't tell the full story. As a non-selective school with small cohorts, our focus is on the individual child, not just the statistics.

We understand that every student has unique needs and talents. Some of our students, due to their individual requirements, may take a limited number of GCSEs, while others may take a mix of Asdan and Functional Skills courses instead. Our approach is flexible and tailored to support everyone.

Ultimately, our main goal is to ensure every one of our students is confident, prepared, and successful in moving on to their planned next steps. We are proud to say that the vast majority of our students do just that, whether they go on to college, an apprenticeship, or other training.

This table outlines our exam results for the past 7 years according to the government standards of the 1 - 9 grades.

Year	Average Progress 8 Score (P8)	Average Attainment 8 Score (A8	% achieving 5+ in En and Ma	% achieving good pass, 5+, in Ebacc	% entering Ebacc
2025	0.24	45.1	23.6	11.8	23.5
2024	0.15	56.4	56.3	31.3	31.3
2023	0.65	65.8	100	25	25
2022*	N/A Covid	48.3	50	37.5	25
2021*	N/A Covid	54.9	50	38	38
2020*	N/A Covid	61	71	43	43
2019	0.89	56.6	57	14	14

*Nationally, 2020, 2021 & 2022 GCSE results were based on teacher predictions. At BCS these predictions were almost entirely based on the grades shared with parents after their Mock Exams. Compare us to other schools here.

More information on the above table...

Due to Covid, results for 2022, as for 2021 and 2020 are not able to show a realistic P8 figure

Government advice for 2022 results states:

"We recognise the uneven impact on schools and colleges of the pandemic, and will ensure clear messages are placed on performance measures website to advise caution when considering the 2021/22 data. This will include strongly discouraging all users of the data from drawing comparisons with performance data from previous years. We will also advise caution when comparing a school’s performance with national or local authority averages, advising users to talk to the school or college to understand the context for the results.

We will also provide KS4 data to Ofsted to go in the Inspection Data Summary Report (IDSR) to inform inspection activity under the Quality of Education judgement, for example, on the impact of curriculum decisions. Inspectors will be clear that 2021/22 data is not comparable with earlier years and aware of the caveats on the data due to the changes to the methodology outlined in this document and the uneven impact of the pandemic on pupils and schools. Inspectors will be sensitive in their use of this data."

In addition, BCS cohort sizes are very small, typically 6-10 students, so any attempt at statistical analysis should be treated with caution.

For 2022, our Y11 cohort comprised 8 students, 3 of whom had significant Education Health Care Plans requiring a reduced number of GCSEs, and 3 others had additional needs in exams.

At BCS we work hard to transition students who join us in our autism provision unit with an EHC plan into mainstream GCSE classes wherever it is in the best interests of the child. However sometimes GCSE is inappropriate based on their attainment, and their needs for emotional regulation. Some of these students take a mix of Asdan and Functional Skills courses instead of GCSEs.

Careers

2025 Year 2 and Year 6 Academic Performance Summary

2025 Year 2 and Year 6 Academic Performance Summary

Our Approach to Assessment

At our school, we believe in a holistic approach to child development. While we track pupil progress using the National Curriculum framework, we do not use SATs as formal external qualifications. Instead, these assessments serve as a vital internal measure of progress. This data allows us to benchmark achievement against national standards and ensures that our teaching is precisely tailored to the needs of every student.

Key Stage 2 (Year 6) Performance

Cohort size: 10 pupils

The national "Expected Standard" is a scaled score of 100. A score of 110+ represents "Greater Depth" (Mastery).

Subject	Average Scaled Score	Status vs. National Standard (100)	Pupils at Greater Depth
Reading	109.6	+9.6 (Exceptional)	50% (5/10)
Mathematics	101.8	+1.8 (Secure)	20% (2/10)
Grammar (GPS)	101.3	+1.3 (Secure)	20% (2/10)

Key Stage 1 (Year 2) Performance

Cohort size: 8 pupils

Year 2 results reflect the foundational skills required for a successful transition into the Key Stage 2 curriculum.

Subject	Average Scaled Score	Status vs. National Standard (100)	Pupils at Greater Depth
English	104.9	+4.9 (Strong)	25% (2/8)
Mathematics	103.6	+3.6 (Strong)	12.5% (1/8)

Headteacher’s Statement

"We are incredibly proud of the progress demonstrated by our Year 2 and Year 6 pupils this year. These results are a testament to the hard work of our students and the dedication of our teaching staff. Our Year 6 Reading results are particularly outstanding, with half of the cohort reaching Greater Depth. Meanwhile, our Year 2 students have built a robust foundation in English and Maths. We use these internal measures to ensure that every child—whether they are 'Working Towards' the standard or reaching 'Greater Depth'—is supported and challenged to achieve their personal best."

Understanding the Data

Reading Excellence: Literacy remains a standout strength across the school. The Year 6 average score of 109.6 is significantly above the national benchmark.
Solid Numeracy: Both cohorts are performing above the national expected standard in Mathematics, showing a secure grasp of arithmetic and reasoning.
Personalized Learning: This data informs our internal tracking and intervention groups. It allows us to identify and support pupils who are "Working Towards" the standard to ensure they make accelerated progress.