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Abbey School
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- Rotherham S61 2RA
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Outstanding
| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Not Previously Inspected |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Outstanding |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Outstanding |
| Outcomes for pupils | Outstanding |
| 16 to 19 study programmes | Good |
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Academic Progress: Students make very strong progress from a wide range of starting points
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are well behaved and engaged by the captivating curriculum offered
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Academic and well-being interventions are quickly put in place for those falling behind
Teacher Engagement: Staff are mentored, encouraged, supported, and challenged by leaders to believe they can achieve whatever they set out to do
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Teachers鈥� subject knowledge is strong, enabling pupils to make rapid progress
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: The teaching staff's meticulous planning and high expectations result in outstanding student engagement and progress
Communication with Parents: Parents are kept informed through regular communication channels but some feel there could be improvements
Parent Satisfaction: The vast majority of parents are highly positive about the school's work
Opportunities for Parent Involvement: The school encourages parent involvement through various activities but faces challenges engaging a small group of parents
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: The highly active school council helps in making sure the school leadership does its job properly
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: Leaders have brought significant improvements through a clear strategic vision and constant monitoring
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: Pupils feel that bullying is sorted out either by teachers or the school council
Behaviour and Attitudes of Pupils: Pupils are courteous, considerate, and proud of their school
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: The school ensures the well-being of pupils with effective support systems
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: Pupils are offered a wealth of opportunity to develop spiritual, moral, and social understanding and skills
Balancing Academics with Extracurriculars: The holistic curriculum ensures balanced development in academics and extracurricular activities
Outdoor Facilities: Pupils feel they could be fitter if there were more opportunities to exercise at playtime
Career Counselling Services: Students receive highly personalized and independent careers advice
Preparation for Next Key Stage: Post-16 students are well-prepared for future phases with a clear focus on independence skills
Support for SEND: A wide range of support is in place to enable pupils to learn strategies to manage their behavior successfully
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Abbey School is a top rated, All-through, Co-Ed school located in South Yorkshire, Yorkshire and The Humber.
It has 218 students from age 5-19 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 8 : 1.
At this school, 5% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
This school rated Outstanding by recent Ofsted inspection.
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| Phase of Education | All-through | All-through | All-through |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
A
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B-
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-
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| Ofset report | Outstanding | Good | Good |
| Age range | 5-19 | 2-19 | 2-19 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 8.2 | 6 | 5.5 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 5% | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
Primary Exam Result
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | - | 98 | 97 |
| Reading | - | 98 | 98 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 0% | 52.42% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 4.34% | 7.42% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -10.6 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -8.1 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -13 | Well Below Average |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | - | 100 | 96 |
| Reading | - | 98 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 0% | 59.04% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 7.1% | 9.72% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -21.0 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -22.1 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -21.8 | Well Below Average |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | - | 92 | 94 |
| Reading | - | 94 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 0% | 56.13% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 6.96% | 9.16% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -16.7 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -16.4 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -17.3 | Well Below Average |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | - | 93 | 93 |
| Reading | - | 92 | 93 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 0% | 55.74% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 6.4% | 8.19% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | - | - |
| Writing | - | - |
| Maths | - | - |
Secondary Exam Result
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -0.81 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 10.6 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 5% | 27.18% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 5% | 41.73% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 0% | 19.41% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 6.23% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 9.73% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.88 | 2.59 | 2.83 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 89% | 86.35% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 19 | 174 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 89% | 76.12% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 42% | 29.65% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 20.47% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 16.82% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 47% | 9.29% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 4.76% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 5.47% | 3.59% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | - | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 8.6 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 31.38% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 47.86% | 45.33% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 0% | 13.86% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 6.86% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 9.1% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.77 | 2.79 | 2.97 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 71% | 85.47% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 7 | 169 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 71% | 78.53% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 57% | 33.82% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 20.82% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 16.71% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 14% | 7.35% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 2.71% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 4.41% | 2.13% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -1.32 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 6.1 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 29.76% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 46.53% | 43.41% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 0% | 22.76% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 8.35% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 13.06% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.48 | 2.93 | 2.88 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 92% | 94.5% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 12 | 153 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 92% | 85.43% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 0% | 25.57% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 21.36% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 16.93% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 92% | 21.64% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 4.93% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 4.07% | 2.75% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -1.2 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 5.1 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 29.5% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 47.13% | 42.62% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 0% | 15.69% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 7.75% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 10.94% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.39 | 2.84 | 2.84 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 79.77% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 177 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 70.46% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 27.15% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | - | 24.31% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 14.62% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 0.31% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 5.54% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3.85% | 2.05% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -1.29 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 1.4 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 29.27% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 45.33% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 0% | 19.6% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 10.07% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 11% | 16.26% |
| EBacc average points score | - | - | - |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 78.46% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 178 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 74.31% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 30.92% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | - | 21.85% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 17.15% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 0.77% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 9.62% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 4.15% | 2.45% |
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 31st Mar 2025 - 11th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 24th Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 30th Mar 2025 |
| Summer Term | 12th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 23rd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
8 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Abbey School
Local authority ratio 20 : 1