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Chiltern Wood School
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- Buckinghamshire HP12 3NE
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Not Previously Inspected |
| 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 make secure progress academically and in their personal and social development.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils鈥� behaviour is good. Relationships between staff and pupils are strong.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Leaders work closely with families to ensure children settle quickly, providing support for those falling behind.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are kind and respectful with a purposeful atmosphere.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Staff adapt teaching to support challenging situations.
Academic Progress: Curriculum pathways meet pupils鈥� needs but phonics teaching needs enhancement.
Teacher Engagement: Leaders have high expectations of staff, using regular monitoring and support to maintain teaching quality.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Teaching is consistently good, with staff knowing their pupils well. This contributes to secure pupil progress.
Teacher Engagement: Staff workload and opinions valued; staff speak highly of school.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Consistent approach in managing emotions enables learning.
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: New middle leaders are not yet contributing fully to all aspects of the school鈥檚 development.
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: Need further development in phonics scheme delivery.
Opportunities for Parent Involvement: Parents appreciate the care and support given to families and the opportunities for daily communication through electronic systems.
Communication with Parents: Excellent communication between home and school is noted.
Parent Satisfaction: Most parents are highly supportive of the school.
Opportunities for Parent Involvement: Parents appreciative; supportive of school activities.
Communication with Parents: Communication praised; parents find school supportive.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents are very complimentary about support.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Governors are knowledgeable and provide appropriate challenge and support for school leaders.
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: Leaders are determined that the quality of teaching and learning continues to improve.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Governors effectively challenge the school's work.
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: Focus on embedding phonics curriculum and checking prior learning.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: Safeguarding is effective. Staff give great attention to individual needs, ensuring pupils feel safe.
Behaviour and Attitudes of Pupils: Pupils鈥� behaviour is good, and they enjoy school. Strong relationships enable improvement in behaviour.
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: Staff understand the needs of pupils and respond quickly to signs of distress.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: Effective safeguarding arrangements.
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: Personal development prioritized, pupils learn to manage emotions.
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: Enriching activities, such as outdoor learning and sailing, are included within the curriculum.
Balancing Academics with Extracurriculars: The curriculum helps increase pupils鈥� independence and confidence through various activities.
Outdoor Facilities: Outdoor learning, including activities like sailing, supports pupils' independence.
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: Wide range of activities including trips and cookery.
Balancing Academics with Extracurriculars: Focus on developing independence skills.
Career Counselling Services: The post-16 provision prepares students for adulthood and life beyond school.
Preparation for Next Key Stage: Students are well prepared for the next phase of life with a relevant curriculum.
Career Counselling Services: Clear provision for careers information and guidance.
Preparation for Next Key Stage: Activities prepare pupils for life beyond school.
Support for SEND: Pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties are supported effectively by high-quality teaching and specialist therapists.
Support for SEND: Pupils with SEND well-supported and develop communication skills.
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Chiltern Wood School is a All-through, Co-Ed school located in Buckinghamshire County, South East.
It has 204 students from age 3-19 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 6 : 1.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Downley: PMLD Downley (together with The Downley School) (age 3 19). Speech, language, and communication needs that are moderate (KS2) Complex ASD: Cressex (age 3-19). Complex speech, language, and communication needs that fall under the purview of different Early Years, Key Stages 1 and 2, and Key Stages 3-5 departments. The former Chiltern Gate and Maplewood Schools were combined to form Chiltern Wood School. Both schools have undergone a successful transition process, and thanks to the diligence and commitment of professional employees, they both received good ratings during our most recent inspections. We pride ourselves on putting the wellbeing of our children and staff at the centre of the learning process, as we believe that sustained success is only seen when embedded in a safe, secure and happy environment. We sincerely hope you enjoy using this entry point to our school and cordially invite anyone who is interested in learning more to stop by.
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| Phase of Education | All-through | All-through | All-through |
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| Type | Special Schools | Special Schools | Special Schools |
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Outstanding |
| Age range | 3-19 | 2-19 | 3-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 6.2 | 7.8 | - |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| 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 | - | 97 | 97 |
| Reading | - | 99 | 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% | 57.12% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 10.52% | 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 | -9.6 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -8.3 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -10.1 | 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 | - | 97 | 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% | 62.13% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 10.86% | 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 | -5.1 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -5.3 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -6.8 | 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 | 87 | 97 | 94 |
| Reading | 84 | 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% | 60.84% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 10.25% | 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 | -4.7 | Well Below Average |
| 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 | - | 93 | 93 |
| Reading | - | 94 | 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% | 57.23% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 8.5% | 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 | -4.3 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -4.0 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -3.9 | Below Average |
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 | - | 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 | - | 39.38% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 49.24% | 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 | - | 27.45% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 17.43% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 21.36% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 3.29 | 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 | 100% | 93.49% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 8 | 138 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 89.41% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 0% | 19.37% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 52.29% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 2.83% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 100% | 14.95% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 1.41% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 2.8% | 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 | - | 40.63% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 50.25% | 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 | - | 27.35% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 19.77% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 22.77% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 3.38 | 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 | - | 91.48% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 5 | 135 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 89.28% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 20.03% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | - | 54.28% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 2.58% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | - | 12.58% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 1.13% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.18% | 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 | - | 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 | - | 41.61% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 52.44% | 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 | - | 31.39% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 20.28% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 25% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 3.49 | 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 | - | 94.18% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 1 | 126 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 89.89% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 20.55% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | - | 51.37% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 2.82% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | - | 15.16% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.55% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.76% | 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 | - | 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 | - | 44.06% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 54.9% | 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 | - | 27.65% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 18.92% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 23.41% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 3.53 | 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 | - | 90.71% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 133 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 75.14% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 16.06% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | - | 53.31% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 2.54% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 11.91% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.17% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.43% | 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 | - | 42.58% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 53.29% | 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 | - | 33.54% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 25.17% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 26.33% | 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 | - | 88.46% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 134 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 50.31% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 17.14% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | - | 54.43% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 1.09% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 10.71% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.57% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.91% | 2.45% |
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Holidays & terms
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 | 24th Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th 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 - 23rd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
6 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Chiltern Wood School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1