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Clarendon School
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- Richmond upon Thames TW2 7SL
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Outstanding
| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Outstanding |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Outstanding |
| Outcomes for pupils | Outstanding |
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Academic Progress: Pupils make excellent progress in all classes and key stages.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are courteous, considerate, and able to independently manage their behaviour.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Plans are in place for individual pupils to secure changes, increasing independence and motivation.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are happy and well-behaved; school is calm and orderly.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Exceptional support tailored to individual needs improves attendance and learning.
Academic Progress: Older pupils gain qualifications; some subjects need better curriculum implementation in secondary years.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers assess pupils鈥� progress meticulously and use this information to shape learning experiences.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Effective planning and assessments lead to strong outcomes in reading, writing, and mathematics.
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: Teachers' judgements have been found accurate, and standards are high through moderation processes.
Teacher Engagement: Staff relationships with pupils are strong; workloads managed well.
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: Teachers adapt communication strategies effectively; expertise in phonics teaching.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Good overall, but needs improvement in certain subjects to deepen understanding.
Opportunities for Parent Involvement: Family therapy initiatives have helped family members communicate more effectively.
Communication with Parents: Parents speak positively about the school鈥檚 communication and support.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents feel the school has significantly helped their children, even 'saving' them after poor previous experiences.
Opportunities for Parent Involvement: Partnerships with parents are well-developed.
Communication with Parents: Regular involvement in preparing for pupils鈥� next steps.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders use restorative justice to help pupils understand and learn from their behavior.
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: Leadership team is reflective and forward-thinking, continually improving self-regulation strategies.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders ensure effective pupil support during transitions.
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: Curriculum redesigned for continuity between primary and secondary.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: Strong policies and professional partnerships ensure no issue is left unaddressed.
Behaviour and Attitudes of Pupils: Calm, orderly environment where pupils are courteous and considerate.
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: Safeguarding arrangements are fit for purpose; all staff prioritize it highly.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: Learns about community risks; local police involved in personal safety education.
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: High priority on safeguarding, staff skilled in emotional support.
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: Rich curriculum offers useful and meaningful experiences both inside and outside school.
Balancing Academics with Extracurriculars: Systems support development of life skills, preparing pupils for independent living.
Outdoor Facilities: Curriculum includes a mix of academic and vocational qualifications relevant to next stages.
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: Extensive range of activities prepares pupils for adulthood.
Balancing Academics with Extracurriculars: Visits, outings, and work experiences foster independence skills.
Career Counselling Services: Pupils leave school with a mixture of qualifications relevant to their next stage.
Preparation for Next Key Stage: Robust systems are in place to prepare pupils for life outside school.
Career Counselling Services: Enthusiastic career guidance and work experiences available.
Preparation for Next Key Stage: Pupils well-prepared for future steps and adulthood.
Support for SEND: Tailored curriculum and therapeutic support help pupils with different needs access learning.
Support for SEND: Exceptional guidance and tailored support for SEND pupils.
Subjects Offered: Carefully designed curriculum meets pupils鈥� needs, ensuring strong academic outcomes.
Subjects Offered: Academic and vocational qualifications offered; curriculum development ongoing.
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Clarendon School is a All-through, Co-Ed school located in Greater London, London.
It has 165 students from age 4-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 6 : 1.
At this school, 0% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
This school rated Outstanding by recent Ofsted inspection.
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realise their maximum potential in terms of their intellectual, social, creative, and moral development. contribute favourably to the school and the larger community, where they are respected as unique individuals. provide opportunities for all students to study that are consistently exceptional, captivating, and growing. a comprehensive and innovative curriculum that enhances our students' learning opportunities. and given the chance to pursue a lifelong education, develop their independence, and become respected members of society. On October 1st, 2016, Clarendon was recognised as an academy. We are a part of The Auriga Academy Trust, together with Strathmore School and (starting in September 2019) Capella House School. Our schools have been able to take advantage of economies of scale and have been encouraged to operate in greater partnership as a result of becoming a "Multi-Academy Trust" (MAT) under the guidance of a Trust Board.
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| Phase of Education | All-through | All-through |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
A
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B-
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| Ofset report | Outstanding | Good |
| Age range | 4-16 | 4-19 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 6.1 | 6 |
| Proficient Math | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 0% | - |
| 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 | - | 99 | 97 |
| Reading | - | 100 | 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% | 68.2% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 17.2% | 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 | -6.2 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -4.6 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -5.9 | 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 | - | 91 | 96 |
| Reading | - | 91 | 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% | 68.77% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 17.82% | 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 | -12.3 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -8.0 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -10.3 | 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 | - | 91 | 94 |
| Reading | 80 | 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 | 0% | 68.46% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 16.82% | 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 | -9.2 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -7.4 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -9.2 | 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.
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 | -1.42 | 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 | 3.2 | 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 | 0% | 35.14% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 42.52% | 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% | 28.81% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 19.19% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 23.14% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.15 | 3.88 | 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 | 90% | 94.91% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 20 | 145 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 91.45% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 60% | 28.36% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 36.36% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 13.36% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 30% | 13.36% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 1.27% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 2.09% | 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 | -1.69 | 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 | 7.1 | 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 | 5% | 37.85% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 5% | 45.9% | 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 | 0% | 33.2% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 21.2% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 25.95% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.48 | 4.19 | 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 | 90% | 84.64% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 21 | 138 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 86% | 82.91% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 67% | 30.82% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 10% | 38.82% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 10.45% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 10% | 2.82% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 0.36% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 1.45% | 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 | -1.75 | 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 | 8.6 | 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% | 27% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 35.5% | 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% | 24.8% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 15.6% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 20.15% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.67 | 3.53 | 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% | 83% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 34 | 138 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 80.38% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 68% | 26.5% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 3% | 35.13% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 15.25% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 21% | 3.5% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 1.38% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 1.5% | 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 | -1.23 | 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 | 8.7 | 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 | 5% | 25.1% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 5% | 33.25% | 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% | 24.25% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 15.05% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 19.35% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.47 | 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 | 94% | 82% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 17 | 136 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 67.63% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 76% | 26.88% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | - | 30.5% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 14% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 1.63% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 1% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.13% | 2.05% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
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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 | 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
6 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Clarendon School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1