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Brentside High School
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- Ealing W7 1JJ
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| Capacity for sustained improvement | Good |
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Academic Progress: Students make good progress overall and mostly outstanding in English and mathematics.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Students display positive attitudes and good behavior, contributing well to their learning.
Qualifications and Training: Teaching is good and occasionally outstanding with detailed assessment information used effectively.
Current Educational Practices: Teaching occasionally overgenerous in evaluation; effective in driving student achievement.
Strengths and Challenges: Variability in feedback quality, teacher-dominated lessons limit reflection and challenge.
Opportunities for Involvement: 'Safe workers' conduct home visits to support high attendance and engagement.
Communication: Feedback systems for regular updates to parents and carers, especially for sixth-form students.
Parent Satisfaction: Almost all parents are happy with their children's experience at school, noting supportive staff and a caring environment.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Concerns are dealt with effectively, incidents of bullying or racism are rare.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Focused on raising student achievement, accurate evaluation, and effective planning.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Students feel extremely safe, and any concerns are dealt with effectively.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Care, guidance, and support for students are exceptional.
Extracurricular Offerings: High participation in after-school activities like sports; specialist input from outside speakers.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Students show heightened awareness of health-related issues and balance activities well.
Outdoor Facilities: Modern school building appreciated by students, movement around site is calm and orderly.
Career Counselling Services: Well-delivered careers guidance and enterprise initiatives through applied learning days.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Curriculum matched appropriately to needs, inclusion is strong, leading to successful transitions.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Personalised support programmes and close monitoring for vulnerable students.
Subjects Offered: Expands subjects including individual sciences, GCSEs in modern foreign languages, humanities options developing.
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Brentside High School is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Greater London, London.
It has 1669 students from age 11-19 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1.
At this school, 43% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
86.80% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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It makes me happy that you are interested in our lively learning community. As Headteacher of Brentside High School, I am privileged to lead a team of dedicated staff who are committed to all aspects of your child's education. The school provides a well ordered, happy learning environment which will secure the highest possible standards of achievement for all, through an appropriate curriculum which prepares our diverse student intake for the responsibilities of adult life. Nearly 1500 pupils are served by our school, 300 of them are in the sixth form. Staff members foster a positive learning atmosphere for the children. As we work to nurture each student's particular talents, concern for them as an individual is of utmost importance. The local community recognises Brentside High School as a highly effective institution for ensuring that every student realises their full potential. High-quality teaching and learning, excellent care, direction, and support, as well as cutting-edge tools will all be to your child's great advantage. I recognise that choose which secondary school your child will attend is among the most significant choices you will ever have to make. Our prospectus, which is available to download from the website, will help you make that decision, and seeing the school in action at our Open Evening will allow you to capture the real atmosphere at Brentside, meeting both staff and students. You can also drop by the school during regular business hours by scheduling a visit with my PA. We hope that this provides you with all the information you need to decide what your child's future educational options will be.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
C+
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A
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B+
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-19 | 11-19 | 12-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 16.5 | - | 4.3 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 43% | 34% | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 9.20% | - | - |
| 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 | 0.01 | 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 | 45.9 | 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 | 43% | 35.55% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 60% | 45.97% | 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 | 72% | 33.55% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 23% | 16.97% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 38% | 23.58% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.29 | 3.02 | 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 | 93% | 95.68% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 233 | 172 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 92% | 94.47% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 26% | 21.79% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 64% | 52.05% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 2% | 2.16% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 18.26% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 0.26% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 0.84% | 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 | 0.11 | 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 | 49.3 | 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% | 35.55% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 67% | 44.71% | 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 | 73% | 31.52% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 27% | 16.65% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 41% | 22.29% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.53 | 2.89 | 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 | 94% | 90.56% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 212 | 169 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 92% | 89.67% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 22% | 22.61% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 67% | 52.94% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 2% | 1.94% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 12.22% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | SP | 0.44% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 0.39% | 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 | 0.24 | 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 | 49.2 | 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 | 49% 8 | 32.93% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 66% 6 | 43.34% | 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 | 83% | 30.48% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 22% | 14.38% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 42% 7 | 20.66% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.47 | 2.82 | 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 | 94% | 96.38% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 213 | 157 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 89% | 94.88% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 23% | 21.5% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 62% | 50.31% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 2% | 2.31% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 20.63% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 0.63% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 0.88% | 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 | 0.23 | 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 | 46.1 | 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 | 41% 5 | 27.75% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 60% 10 | 36.39% | 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 | 77% | 27.18% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 22% 12 | 14.21% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 35% 7 | 18.82% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.23 | 2.58 | 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 | 95% | 76.2% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 212 | 159 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 92% | 74.13% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 24% | 16.8% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 67% | 48.33% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.87% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 6.87% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 0.2% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 0.27% | 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 | 0.2 | 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 | 48 | 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% | 33.76% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 70% | 45.56% | 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 | 87% | 29.68% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 34% | 17.96% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 42% | 19.88% | 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 | 93% | 89.2% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 203 | 161 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 62.53% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 27% | 15.2% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 61% | 50.47% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 1% | 1.07% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 10.53% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 1.07% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 1% | 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 | 31.45 | 33.4 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.11 | 33.56 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 9.20% | 16.13% | 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 | 101 | 139 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 64% | 72.93% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 2% | 1.57% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 14% | 11.14% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 11% | 8.57% | 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 | 38.5 | 34.55 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 37.78 | 34.45 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 13.3% | 19.82% | 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 | 112 | 134 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 69% | 71.71% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 2% | 1.36% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 6% | 6.21% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 14% | 8.36% | 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 | 30.52 1 | 33.52 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 31.46 2 | 34.1 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 4.7% | 14.63% | 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 | 115 | 138 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 72% | 71.83% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 2% | 2.92% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 11% | 11.33% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 9% | 8.58% | 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 | 31.92 2 | 32.37 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.23 2 | 33.04 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 1.6% | 14.39% | 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 | - | 4 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 11.18% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 1.91% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 7.73% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 6.18% | 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 | 33.55 | 29.65 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 35.25 | 31.26 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 11.9% | 12.36% | 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 | - | 4 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 14 | 14.82% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 2.27% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 13% | 11% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 3.82% | 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 | 28th 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 - 27th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
16 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Brentside High School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1