Bishop Burton College
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About Bishop Burton College
Bishop Burton College is a state secondary and sixth form college in the East Riding of Yorkshire, and while the data doesn't include a specific parent recommendation percentage or an oversubscription ratio, its status as a 16-99 mixed school means it serves a distinct post-16 population rather than the traditional secondary intake. The school is led by headteacher Danny Metters and operates without a religious character. For parents considering this option, the lack of published parent view data or oversubscription figures suggests it may not be a heavily oversubscribed choice, but its broad age range and specialist sixth form focus could appeal to families looking for a more mature, college-style environment. The school offers a range of facilities including a swimming pool, astro turf, tennis courts, and a sixth form centre, alongside clubs like the Duke of Edinburgh's Award, coding, and orchestra, which hint at a balanced extracurricular offer.
Academically, the data does not provide specific exam results such as Progress 8 scores, A-Level outcomes, or Ofsted ratings for Bishop Burton College. This makes direct comparison with local peers difficult, though the local authority average Progress 8 score for similar schools is -0.13, which is slightly below the national average. The East Riding of Yorkshire has 19 secondary schools of the same type, with only two rated Outstanding by Ofsted, the nearest being Beverley Grammar School, 4.5 km away. Without its own inspection grade or performance metrics, Bishop Burton College's academic standing is unclear from the available data, but its focus on post-16 education may mean it prioritises vocational and A-Level pathways differently from traditional 11-16 schools.
For practical context, Bishop Burton College is situated in a rural area of the East Riding, and its facilities include science labs, a gymnasium, and a chapel, alongside sports like athletics, swimming, and basketball. The school offers a range of clubs including eco club, book club, and science club, which could suit students interested in both academic and personal development. As a post-16 institution, it likely attracts students from the surrounding area who are looking for a sixth form experience separate from a school setting. Families considering this college should note the lack of published admissions data or oversubscription details, which may indicate a more open-access policy. It may be a good fit for students who want a college environment with a broad extracurricular programme, particularly those interested in sports or outdoor activities like the Duke of Edinburgh's Award.
Key Details
| School Type | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 16 to 99 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | York Road, Beverley, East Riding of Yorkshire, HU17 8QG |
| Headteacher | Danny Metters |
| Local Authority | East Riding of Yorkshire |
Where school leavers go
2022/2330%
of A-level / Level 3 leavers go to higher education (cohort: 698 pupils).
Top-tier university progression
3%
Russell Group
3%
Top-third HE
Percentages of the whole cohort (not just HE-goers). Russell Group = 24 elite research universities. Top-third HE = top by mean UCAS tariff.
- Employment43%
- University (HE)30%
- Not sustained15%
- Apprenticeship5%
- Further education4%
Sources: DfE 16-18 destination measures (broad bucket); DfE KS5 student destinations file (Russell Group / top-third HE / Oxbridge). Level 3 cohort. “Sustained” means the pupil was in education, apprenticeship or employment for 6 months in the year following completion.
Facilities
8Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
13Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Catchment & Local Competition
No catchment data published for this school
The dashed grey ring is a generic 1-mile reference area — it's not an admission boundary. Real catchment depends on year, demand, and council criteria. We currently have real data for about 6% of UK schools and are actively expanding the database.
Schools within 1 mile (reference area)
1 mile is a fixed reference, not this school's catchment.
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Total schools
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Oversubscribed
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Primary
Don’t use the dashed grey ring as a catchment boundary — it’s a reference area for counting nearby schools only. Real admission boundaries depend on year-by-year demand and council criteria; ask the school or council for authoritative info.
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York Road, Beverley
East Riding of Yorkshire, HU17 8QG
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