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Collingwood School & Media Arts College - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)
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Collingwood School & Media Arts College
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- Morpeth NE61 2HA
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
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Academic Progress: Pupils leave school ready for the next stages of their lives, prepared both socially and emotionally.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils' behaviour throughout the school is exemplary; they are polite and friendly.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Teachers adapt lessons to meet individual pupil needs and provide therapies like Lego and animal therapy.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers now have a spring in their step, believing in themselves and their pupils.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Teachers ensure pupils understand each step before moving on, helping them develop key knowledge over time.
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: Teachers know individual needs of pupils very well and use education, health, and care plans effectively.
Opportunities for Parent Involvement: Events like 'Collingwood鈥檚 got talent' show strong parent involvement.
Communication with Parents: Teachers celebrate the uniqueness of each child and communicate well about their achievements.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents are highly satisfied with the support from the school, as suggested by positive comments.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: If anyone is unkind, adults help to sort it out quickly.
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: The headteacher has made positive changes to improve the quality of education.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: There is no bullying; if issues arise, they are sorted out quickly by staff.
Behaviour and Attitudes of Pupils: Pupils' behaviour is excellent and they are polite and friendly.
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: Staff are trained and act with tenderness and respect, understanding pupils' additional needs.
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: The range of opportunities available for pupils is impressive, including events like 鈥楥ollingwood鈥檚 got talent.鈥�
Balancing Academics with Extracurriculars: Additional opportunities like Lego therapy and horticulture help to develop student skills.
Career Counselling Services: Students in the sixth form benefit from a structured programme that helps to prepare them for adulthood.
Preparation for Next Key Stage: Pupils leave with a range of qualifications and certificates, prepared for the future.
Support for SEND: Teachers adapt lessons to meet the needs of pupils and use therapeutic support effectively.
Subjects Offered: There is a focus on media, mathematics, and design and technology; however, not all subjects are equally strong.
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About Us
Collingwood School & Media Arts College is a top rated, All-through, Co-Ed school located in Northumberland County, North East.
It has 278 students from age 2-19 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 8 : 1.
At this school, 0% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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On a sizable piece of land on the outskirts of Morpeth, the county seat of Northumberland, is where Collingwood School and Media Arts College is located.
All employees who work in classrooms are qualified teachers or hold other relevant degrees in childcare and education.
The education and wellbeing of children and young people are supported by a diverse range of multi-professionals at school.
To further meet our students' SEND needs, the school provides a specialised learning environment with a variety of extension rooms and locations.
Parents like Collingwood, and there is a continuing need for spaces for students who live outside of our specified catchment area.
Students come from all across Northumberland to attend, with the bulk travelling by taxi or minibus and only a small number travelling on their own.
We have undergone four inspections and received high marks for the calibre of our management, teaching, and learning.
In 2007 and 2010, OFSTED twice recognised the school as exceptional in every category.
We have developed a reputation for competence in the region and have supported various regional SEN projects.
We take special pride in the work we have accomplished in the area of professional development, for which we have received numerous Investor in People awards.
We take great pride in Collingwood's accomplishments and the reputation we have built for educational excellence.
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All employees who work in classrooms are qualified teachers or hold other relevant degrees in childcare and education.
The education and wellbeing of children and young people are supported by a diverse range of multi-professionals at school.
To further meet our students' SEND needs, the school provides a specialised learning environment with a variety of extension rooms and locations.
Parents like Collingwood, and there is a continuing need for spaces for students who live outside of our specified catchment area.
Students come from all across Northumberland to attend, with the bulk travelling by taxi or minibus and only a small number travelling on their own.
We have undergone four inspections and received high marks for the calibre of our management, teaching, and learning.
In 2007 and 2010, OFSTED twice recognised the school as exceptional in every category.
We have developed a reputation for competence in the region and have supported various regional SEN projects.
We take special pride in the work we have accomplished in the area of professional development, for which we have received numerous Investor in People awards.
We take great pride in Collingwood's accomplishments and the reputation we have built for educational excellence.
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| Phase of Education | All-through | All-through | All-through |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Special Schools | Special Schools | Special Schools |
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| Ofset report | Good | Outstanding | Good |
| Age range | 2-19 | 2-19 | 2-19 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 8.4 | 8.7 | 6.9 |
| Proficient Math | - | 96 | - |
| Proficient Read | - | 102 | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 0% | 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 | - | 86 | 97 |
| Reading | - | 87 | 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% | 47.93% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 5.37% | 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 | -13.3 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -13.1 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -13.3 | 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 | - | 82 | 96 |
| Reading | - | 81 | 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% | 50.73% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 8.53% | 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 | -11.7 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -13.0 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -12.9 | 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 | - | 77 | 94 |
| Reading | - | 79 | 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% | 46.44% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 6.38% | 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 | -11.3 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -10.8 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -12.2 | 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 | - | 68 | 93 |
| Reading | - | 68 | 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% | 38.29% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 4.81% | 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 | -13.1 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -12.8 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -14.8 | Well 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 | -2.18 | 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 | 3.9 | 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% | 23.11% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 35% | 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% | 15.04% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 6.11% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 9% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.10 | 2.22 | 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% | 83.91% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 21 | 127 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 74.91% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 10% | 29.35% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 28% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 90% | 17.57% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 4.39% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 4.52% | 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 | -2.47 | 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 | 3.3 | 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 | 0% | 24.93% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 37.11% | 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% | 16.81% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 7% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 9.56% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.04 | 2.4 | 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 | 100% | 85.04% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 10 | 125 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 78.61% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 0% | 33% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 30.91% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 100% | 14.74% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 2.61% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 3.91% | 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 | -2.24 | 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 | 1.3 | 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 | 0% | 21.96% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 35.48% | 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% | 14.43% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 5.17% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 7.39% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.11 | 2.37 | 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 | 95% | 81.35% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 20 | 126 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 95% | 73.47% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 15% | 27.65% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 29.35% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 80% | 16.47% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 4.41% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 3.29% | 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 | -1.8 | 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 | 1.5 | 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% | 19.17% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 29.3% | 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% | 12.39% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 4.87% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 6.91% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.12 | 1.98 | 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 | 100% | 74.24% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 20 | 127 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 63.41% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 21.76% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | - | 31% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | 85% | 10.12% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 4.47% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3.53% | 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 | -1.67 | 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 | 1.4 | 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% | 18.5% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 30.55% | 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% | 14.15% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 7% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 8.1% | 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 | 100% | 77.35% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 17 | 134 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 52.82% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 23.53% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | - | 33.59% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | 82% | 9.18% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 5.59% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.06% | 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 | 24th Feb 2025 - 28th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 14th Apr 2025 - 25th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 21st Jul 2025 - 1st Sep 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 - 23rd Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 1st Mar 2025 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 20th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
8 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Collingwood School & Media Arts College
Local authority ratio 16 : 1