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Big Creative Independent School
- Secondary
- Waltham Forest E17 5QJ
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Requires Improvement
| The quality of education | Requires Improvement |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Requires Improvement |
| Leadership and management | Requires Improvement |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Good |
| Does the school meet the independent school standards? | No |
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Academic Progress: They successfully re-engage in education through their study of an effective creative curriculum.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well as a result; incidents of bullying are dealt with effectively.
Academic Progress: Implemented science work scheme effectively, students now have clear plans for next steps.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils feel safe in school, with trusted adults available.
Qualifications and Training: Leaders ensure staff receive regular safeguarding training.
Qualifications and Training: Leaders provide staff with high-quality professional training and coaching.
Current Educational Practices: There is no system in place to check compliance with the independent school standards.
Strengths and Challenges: Staff enjoy working at the school, feel well supported but the curriculum lacks breadth.
Current Educational Practices: Regular checks ensure standards are maintained.
Communication: Leaders did not consult parents and carers about RSE policy and curriculum until this inspection.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents were not consulted on RSE policy and curriculum until this inspection.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents consulted on RSE policy changes.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders work collaboratively with other professionals and act swiftly on concerns.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders addressed previous fire safety concerns promptly.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Standards divided among leaders to enhance accountability.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Multiple oversights had to be resolved during the inspection.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Very few incidents of bullying are dealt with effectively when they arise.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Safeguarding arrangements suitable and up-to-date.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Fire safety standards met with ongoing checks.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Fire safety requirements are not met; necessary actions being taken.
Extracurricular Offerings: Limited extracurricular offerings include go-karting and football club.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Few activities alongside the core curriculum are offered.
Outdoor Facilities: Some subject-linked outings included recording studio visits.
Career Counselling Services: Students receive individual careers guidance.
Career Counselling Services: Pupils do not receive personalized, impartial careers advice.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Pupils with SEND, including those with EHC plans, are well supported.
Subjects Offered: The curriculum includes accredited learning in English, mathematics, music, and creative digital media.
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Big Creative Independent School is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Greater London, London.
It has 14 students from age 14-16 yr.
At this school, 0% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
This school rated Requires Improvement by recent Ofsted inspection.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Independent Schools | Independent Schools |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
C-
|
D-
|
| Ofset report | Requires Improvement | - |
| Age range | 14-16 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | - | - |
| Proficient Math | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 0% | 7% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | 15.40% |
| Day Fees | - | 拢6,353 |
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 | - | 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 | 1.6 | 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% | 38.24% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 51.52% | 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% | 33.28% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 14.12% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 19.44% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.09 | 3.23 | 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 | - | 94.29% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 128 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 91.67% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 22.71% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | - | 30.19% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 24.48% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | - | 14.14% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 0.76% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2% | 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 | - | 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 | - | 41.2% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 55.2% | 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 | - | 37.48% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 17.08% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 23.2% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 3.49 | 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 | - | 93.52% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 127 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 92.71% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 22.38% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | - | 29.48% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 24.43% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | - | 16.33% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 0.33% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 0.52% | 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 | - | 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 | 3.7 | 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 | 0% | 34.78% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 51.35% | 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% | 40.61% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 13.57% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 21.7% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.18 | 3.25 | 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 | - | 91.22% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 125 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 88.78% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 23.67% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | - | 27.83% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 22.94% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | - | 14.44% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 1.22% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.17% | 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 | - | 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 | 1.9 | 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% | 36.35% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 51.22% | 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% | 38.65% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 13.26% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 20.48% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.2 | 3.29 | 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 | - | 90.17% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 126 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 82.17% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 19.22% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | - | 27.11% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 21.61% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 16.33% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 0.78% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 0.61% | 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 | - | 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 | - | 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 | - | 31.78% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 47.52% | 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 | - | 30% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 15.26% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 17.7% | 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 | - | 89.56% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 126 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 31.39% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 17.72% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | - | 23.67% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 21.17% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 14.94% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 1.94% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 0.56% | 2.45% |
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| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st Oct 2024 - 25th Oct 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 20th 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 | 24th Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
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| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 20th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 26th Oct 2024 - 19th 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 - 23rd Jul 2025 |
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