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The Appleton School
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- Castle Point SS7 5RN
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Outstanding |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
| 16 to 19 study programmes | Good |
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Academic Progress: Pupils in the school now are making good progress.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils generally behave well and conduct themselves in a calm and orderly way.
Qualifications and Training: Newly qualified teachers receive focused training and regular mentoring.
Current Educational Practices: Leaders provide ongoing support and professional development opportunities.
Strengths and Challenges: Teaching is mostly strong, but some teachers have lower expectations and less effective methods.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents involved closely in SEND transitions and guidance.
Communication: School works closely with parents and carers.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders quickly identified and rectified decline in outcomes.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Immediate steps taken to improve progress; reorganization of curriculum.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying is unusual and dealt with well by the school.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Pupils learn about healthy lifestyles and safety online.
Extracurricular Offerings: Students participate in organizing charity events.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Students take part in extracurricular activities while maintaining focus on academics.
Career Counselling Services: Strong careers advice and guidance throughout all key stages.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Well-planned programs and work experience opportunities.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Strong transition systems and close work with parents.
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The Appleton School is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Essex, East of England.
It has 1602 students from age 11-19 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 20 : 1.
At this school, 47% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
98.10% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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As the headteacher of this Good school, which Ofsted has designated following their most recent inspection, I am proud of my position. We are an inclusive mixed school serving kids in the age range of 11 to 18. We have a great reputation for offering high-quality instruction and obtaining successful exam outcomes. Our school has recently gained national awards for its very high standards in the arts, its extra curricular provision for students, for staff training and for promoting a "healthy school" ethos. Additionally, we have been recognised internationally for our work with schools in Ethiopia and Uganda. We have the utmost respect for our kids. We simply demand the best behaviour from them. We anticipate them to put in a lot of effort and set high standards. We are committed to helping everyone of them grow into effective, compassionate leaders in return.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
B-
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B-
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B-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-19 | 11-18 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 20.1 | - | 13.8 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 47% | 98% | 28% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 0.00% | 35.00% | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
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 | -0.28 | 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 | 47.0 | 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 | 47% | 31.82% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 71% | 46.46% | 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 | 44% | 25.81% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 19% | 11.16% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 29% | 16.08% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.04 | 2.88 | 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 | 95% | 92.37% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 257 | 162 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 89% | 86.24% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 63% | 33.18% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 25% | 30.26% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 8.17% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | SP | 14.66% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 2.51% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 3.73% | 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 | -0.88 | 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 | 43.7 | 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 | 38% | 35.53% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 67% | 49.94% | 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 | 45% | 25.85% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 16% | 13.56% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 29% | 18.15% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.96 | 3.12 | 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 | 97% | 92.26% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 294 | 162 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 88.34% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 58% | 35.51% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 31% | 32.39% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 1% | 7.53% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 12.92% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 1.61% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 2.25% | 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 | -0.15 | 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 | 48.1 | 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 | 45% 3 | 30.57% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 67% 4 | 47.05% | 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 | 50% | 26.86% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 18% 9 | 11.81% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 32% 16 | 17.83% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.19 | 3 | 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 | 93% | 93.06% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 231 | 159 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 84% | 86.7% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 52% | 35.59% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 31% | 31.88% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 7.13% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | SP | 12.15% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 3.36% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 6% | 3.01% | 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 | -0.27 | 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 | 46.3 | 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 | 48% 2 | 32.08% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 71% 2 | 48.68% | 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 | 19% | 24.74% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 9% 3 | 11.8% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 16% 3 | 16.86% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.82 | 3.1 | 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 | 93% | 87.55% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 240 | 165 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 82% | 74.08% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 52% | 33.04% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 29% | 32.82% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 6.18% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 3.37% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 8% | 3.55% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 3.03% | 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 | 0.42 | 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 | 50.7 | 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 | 46% | 34.8% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 73% | 51.46% | 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 | 14% | 27.57% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 12% | 16.98% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 13% | 18.71% | 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 | 98% | 88.7% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 232 | 179 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 93% | 73.34% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 66% | 36.42% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 26% | 35.1% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 7.39% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 3.65% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 5.62% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 3% | 2.45% |
A level exam result
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 28.5 | 30.27 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 27.87 | 29.45 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.00% | 10.62% | 13.67% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 108 | 171 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 52% | 52.72% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 12% | 8.09% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 25% | 25.34% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 10.08% | 9.05% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 34.06 | 32.48 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.06 | 30.51 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 2.7% | 12.97% | 17.7% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 103 | 208 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 58% | 54.93% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 3% | 6.96% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 32% | 22.96% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 3% | 11.11% | 10.69% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 30.10 1 | 28.53 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 31.89 3 | 28.97 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 5.0% | 10.48% | 13.07% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 79 | 210 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 57% | 50.44% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 8% | 10.02% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 25% | 25.79% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 8.33% | 8.8% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 31.79 3 | 28.93 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 34.40 1 | 29.63 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 13.2% | 10.8% | 13.37% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 1 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 14 | 39.8% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 12% | 8.42% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 25% | 23.62% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 3.76% | 4.22% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 28.27 | 25.31 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.27 | 27.52 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 9.3% | 9.13% | 12.64% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 0 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 46.42% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 8.63% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | - | 25.26% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 4.7% | 4.23% |
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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 | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 23rd 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 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
20 : 1
Student teacher ratio at The Appleton School
Local authority ratio 20 : 1