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Coombe Girls' School
- Secondary
- Kingston upon Thames KT3 3TU
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Outstanding |
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Academic Progress: Pupils in key stage 4 achieve very well across all subjects.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Most pupils behave well, but systems need full embedding for consistency.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers have secure subject knowledge.
Current Educational Practices: Teachers explain information clearly and revisit important learning.
Strengths and Challenges: In some subjects, curriculum aims are not implemented securely.
Opportunities for Involvement: Events such as 'Culture Day' help build community.
Communication: Parents can use Ofsted Parent View to give their opinions.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents' feedback is considered in inspections.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Trustees provide appropriate challenge and support; improvements are being embedded.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders have recently implemented many changes to enhance education.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Safeguarding arrangements are effective.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Staff teach pupils about how to keep safe and healthy.
Extracurricular Offerings: Wide range of clubs like touch typing, embroidery, debating, and sports.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: School provides opportunities to develop interests and talents.
Career Counselling Services: Exceptional support for bespoke career pathways, including for SEND.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Comprehensive careers programme informs about future options.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Pupils with SEND receive the same ambitious curriculum and clear support.
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Coombe Girls' School is a Secondary, Girls school located in Greater London, London.
It has 1559 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 17 : 1.
At this school, 60% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
98.90% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Even while your daughter's transition to senior school is a significant step in her life, it shouldn't be a leap into the unknown. Sending your child to a top-notch school that will put her firmly on the route to higher education and a lifetime of achievement will give you the peace of mind knowing you're doing the right thing for her. Be assured that Coombe is that institution. Our motto is "preparing you for a world of opportunity," and we'll do everything in our power to give your daughter a great school career that is the ideal basis for her future happiness. It's difficult to predict what that future will look like because of how quickly technology is developing; many members of your daughter's generation will hold jobs that we haven't even been able to fathom. However, it is a very exciting future for students at Coombe Girls' School who have been properly prepared to thrive in this difficult new environment.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
B
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B-
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B-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Girls | Co-Ed | Boys |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 17.1 | - | 17.2 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 60% | 98% | 57% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 8.60% | 35.00% | - |
| 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 | 0.52 | 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 | 54.1 | 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 | 60% | 38.74% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 75% | 47.63% | 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 | 71% | 38.53% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 34% | 21.68% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 48% | 27.37% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.98 | 3.63 | 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 | 97% | 96.5% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 210 | 130 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 95% | 94.71% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 8% | 17.5% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 71% | 53.57% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 14% | 7.21% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 16.5% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 0.93% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 0.79% | 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 | 0.68 | 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 | 60.3 | 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 | 72% | 41.44% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 86% | 50.83% | 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 | 79% | 40.78% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 44% | 25.78% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 56% | 31.83% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.59 | 3.93 | 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 | 97% | 96.86% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 210 | 126 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 97% | 95.5% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 14% | 20.21% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 64% | 53.36% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 19% | 5.71% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | SP | 16.5% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 0.71% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | SP | 0.71% | 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 | 0.68 | 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 | 57.7 | 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 | 66% 2 | 36.75% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 82% 2 | 46.63% | 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 | 70% | 36.38% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 47% 5 | 22.38% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 57% 1 | 28.13% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.38 | 3.62 | 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 | 99% | 89.58% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 209 | 118 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 96% | 87.75% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 13% | 18.08% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 72% | 52.25% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 9% | 5.75% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 11.83% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 0.75% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | SP | 1% | 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 | 0.72 | 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 | 56.2 | 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 | 64% 7 | 37.88% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 84% 1 | 45.94% | 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 | 73% | 36.31% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 42% 3 | 24.31% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 56% 10 | 28.75% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.2 | 3.62 | 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 | 98% | 80.25% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 207 | 115 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 96% | 77.5% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 11% | 16.58% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 64% | 51.92% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 18% | 3.33% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | 3% | 3.67% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 0.92% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 0.42% | 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 | 0.62 | 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 | 56 | 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 | 71% | 37.5% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 85% | 46.31% | 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 | 64% | 36.69% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 45% | 27.13% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 46% | 28.5% | 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% | 79.08% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 209 | 120 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 38.67% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 16.5% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 55% | 49.75% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 21% | 3.17% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 0% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 1.33% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 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 | 30.83 | 33.71 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 30.52 | 30.89 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 8.60% | 22.3% | 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 | 149 | 237 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 85% | 62.73% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 1% | 2.82% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 7% | 14.36% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 6.55% | 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 | 38.07 | 36.51 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 37.85 | 33.8 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 18.1% | 29.25% | 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 | 116 | 352 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 78% | 70.3% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 1% | 2.1% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 6% | 12.4% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 11% | 8.9% | 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 | 33.48 | 32.75 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.84 | 31.56 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 11.7% | 22.83% | 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 | 141 | 228 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 70% | 65.8% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 2% | 5% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 17% | 16.2% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 7.9% | 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 | 33.52 2 | 31.01 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.60 1 | 31.58 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 8.9% | 22.78% | 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 | - | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 23 | 22.6% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 8% | 2.9% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 18% | 9.5% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 4.3% | 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 | 31.37 | 30.14 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 34.39 | 31.8 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 9.6% | 22.63% | 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 | 21 | 32.6% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 2.7% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 15% | 16.6% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 6% | 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 | 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
17 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Coombe Girls' School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1