The short version
Below-average GCSE results. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2023).
- GCSE results are below the national average (Attainment 8: 6.4 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2023
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
6.4
37.4 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
2%
40.0pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
0%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
C-
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
-0.53
Band 4Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Post-GCSE Destinations
These figures track pupils 6 months after leaving. Source: DfE destination measures.
Sustained destination
In education, employment or training
76%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
72%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
0%
Employment
Directly into work
4%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
18%
Based on 92 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Further education
- Phase
- 16 plus
- Ages
- 14–99
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
Governance
- Local authority
- Kent
- Head
- Lucy McLeod (Principal)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
- Boarding
- Not applicable
Inspection record
Official linksFull inspection: Outstanding
11 official reports linked on this page, including 10 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Monitoring visit
January 2022 | Monitoring Visit
Full inspection: Good
January 2017 | Full Inspection
Full inspection: Good
March 2013 | Full Inspection
Full inspection: Satisfactory
October 2010 | Full Inspection
Monitoring visit
May 2009 | Monitoring Visit
Monitoring visit
May 2008 | Monitoring Visit
Monitoring visit
June 2007 | Monitoring Visit
Full inspection: Satisfactory
October 2006 | Full Inspection
Reinspection
May 2005 | Inspection
Full inspection
May 2003 | Full Inspection
Location
Ramsgate Road, Broadstairs, Kent, CT10 1PN
Town setting
Questions parents ask
What is EKC Group's Ofsted rating?
EKC Group was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in March 2023. Full reports are linked on this page.
What ages does EKC Group take?
EKC Group caters for pupils aged 14 to 99. It is classified as a 16 plus school.
Where is EKC Group?
EKC Group is in Broadstairs, CT10 1PN, in the Kent local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does EKC Group have a sixth form?
Yes, EKC Group has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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