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Chetwynde School - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)
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Chetwynde School
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- Barrow-in-Furness LA13 0NY
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Requires Improvement |
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Academic Progress: Pupils typically achieve well across the primary and secondary age-phases.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils demonstrate positive attitudes towards their learning and behave well.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Support provided does not always focus well enough on gaps in pupils' knowledge.
Teacher Engagement: Staff are well supported to develop their understanding and delivery of the curriculum.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Teachers鈥� clear explanations ensure key knowledge is effectively learned.
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: Staff have secure subject knowledge and clear expectations.
Opportunities for Parent Involvement: Parents are well informed about their children鈥檚 education.
Communication with Parents: The school thoughtfully engages with parents and addresses their concerns.
Parent Satisfaction: Most parents appreciate the school's commitment to listening and addressing views.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: The trust and governing body rigorously support and challenge the school.
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: Leadership has successfully tackled weaknesses and supports staff development.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
Behaviour and Attitudes of Pupils: Pupils enjoy a calm and orderly atmosphere in lessons and around the school site.
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: Staff ensure that pupils learn how to look after themselves and others.
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: Pupils enjoy various clubs and sporting opportunities.
Balancing Academics with Extracurriculars: Extracurricular activities help pupils strengthen their talents.
Career Counselling Services: The school meets requirements for providing information on technical education and apprenticeships.
Preparation for Next Key Stage: Most pupils are ready to learn new subject content in the next stage of their education.
Support for SEND: Pupils with SEND are well supported and included in all aspects of school life.
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About Us
Chetwynde School is a All-through, Co-Ed school located in Cumbria, North West.
It has 506 students from age 3-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1.
At this school, 43% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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From the ages of 4 to 16, boys and girls can attend Chetwynde, a successful school.
We offer a supportive, demanding, and inspirational education that strikes a balance between traditional values and a modern, forward-thinking methodology to give our students the building blocks they need for an exciting future.
We sincerely believe that both Latin and DT, Classics and Information Technology, the best of the old and the amazing possibilities of the future, have a place in this world.
Children benefit from superb facilities, small class sizes (a maximum of 20 in GCSE Maths, English, DT, Art, Computing, and Science), and exceptional teachers and staff from the moment they enrol in our school until they graduate from Year 11.
At the same time, we provide a supportive environment that encourages them to realise their greatest potential while keeping them safe and listening to them.
No of their age, our students are able to share a wide range of diverse experiences and cultivate a sincere respect for diversity thanks to our inclusive teaching style.
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We offer a supportive, demanding, and inspirational education that strikes a balance between traditional values and a modern, forward-thinking methodology to give our students the building blocks they need for an exciting future.
We sincerely believe that both Latin and DT, Classics and Information Technology, the best of the old and the amazing possibilities of the future, have a place in this world.
Children benefit from superb facilities, small class sizes (a maximum of 20 in GCSE Maths, English, DT, Art, Computing, and Science), and exceptional teachers and staff from the moment they enrol in our school until they graduate from Year 11.
At the same time, we provide a supportive environment that encourages them to realise their greatest potential while keeping them safe and listening to them.
No of their age, our students are able to share a wide range of diverse experiences and cultivate a sincere respect for diversity thanks to our inclusive teaching style.
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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 | 103 | 89 | 97 |
| Reading | 107 | 92 | 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 | 60% | 53% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 8% | 7.38% | 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 | -0.2 | Average |
| Writing | -2.6 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2 | 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 | 106 3 | 92 | 96 |
| Reading | 108 1 | 93 | 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 | 76% 8 | 61.76% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 14% 2 | 9.28% | 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 | 3.3 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.9 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.8 | Above 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 | 103 1 | 90 | 94 |
| Reading | 107 3 | 92 | 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 | 68% 14 | 55.61% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 16% 12 | 8.1% | 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 | - | - |
| Writing | - | - |
| Maths | - | - |
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 | 102 | 85 | 93 |
| Reading | 104 | 86 | 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 | 54% | 52.75% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 4% | 8.05% | 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 | -0.44 | 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 | 42.2 | 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 | 43% | 26.31% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 59% | 42.47% | 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 | 16% | 13.28% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 13% | 6.53% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 13% | 9.03% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.47 | 2.66 | 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% | 95.91% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 58 | 104 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 78% | 82.35% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 52% | 38.13% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 26% | 30.26% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.26% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 13.65% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 14% | 8.78% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 5% | 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 | -0.43 | 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 | 50% | 31.39% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 74% | 46.19% | 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 | 24% | 16.77% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 17% | 9.32% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 22% | 12.06% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.12 | 2.91 | 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 | 95% | 87.7% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 61 | 103 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 72% | 75.87% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 57% | 41.52% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 15% | 29.09% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.57% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 4.7% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 18% | 7.52% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 4.61% | 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 | 0.09 | 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 | 51.9 | 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 | 42% 1 | 28.32% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 69% 3 | 44.57% | 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 | 49% | 17.71% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 18% 2 | 8.57% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 26% 3 | 12.71% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.71 | 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 | 100% | 97.52% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 55 | 101 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 85% | 86.33% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 71% | 42.76% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 11% | 30.24% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.14% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 4% | 13.29% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 13% | 8.76% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 2.52% | 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 | -0.19 | 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 | 41% 6 | 29.85% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 66% 2 | 45.37% | 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 | 48% | 18.89% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 20% 5 | 9.7% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 29% 4 | 13.48% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.35 | 2.82 | 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 | 86% | 82.19% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 42 | 107 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 67% | 67.71% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 38% | 34.81% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 29% | 32.1% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.05% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 0.14% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 7.43% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3.14% | 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 | -0.51 | 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 | 35% | 29.07% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 64% | 46.15% | 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 | 58% | 20.7% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 25% | 13.07% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 33% | 14.48% | 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 | 96% | 86.9% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 25 | 116 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 45.35% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 37.1% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 76% | 31.95% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 16% | 6% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 0.25% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 10.8% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.35% | 2.45% |
A level exam result
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.
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.
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 | 30.17 | 26.85 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.71 | 27.89 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 6.3% | 11.16% | 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 | - | 23.15% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 6.31% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | - | 19.38% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 4.54% | 4.23% |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 25th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 6th 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 | 21st Jul 2025 - 2nd Sep 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th Sep 2024 - 24th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 7th 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 - 20th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
15 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Chetwynde School
Local authority ratio 17 : 1
