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The Cornelius Vermuyden School
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- Canvey Island SS8 9QS
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Inadequate
| The quality of education | Inadequate |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Inadequate |
| Personal development | Requires Improvement |
| Leadership and management | Inadequate |
| Previous inspection grade | Requires Improvement |
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Academic Progress: GCSE pass rates, especially for boys, are low.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Dangerous behavior and bullying are common.
Academic Progress: Pupils do not make the progress they are capable of; teaching lacks coherence
Behaviour and Attitudes: Improved behavior but some disruption remains
Strengths and Challenges: Curriculum delivery does not encourage independent thinking.
Qualifications and Training: Strong subject knowledge but need to adapt teaching
Strengths and Challenges: Inconsistent handling of poor behavior by staff
Communication: Parents feel school actions are ineffective.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Clear expectations and focus on root causes of behavior
Actions for Quality Improvement: Implemented plan impacting positively on pupil experiences
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders do not effectively address issues.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Decisions have not improved outcomes.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Safeguarding is becoming fully embedded
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Increased training and regular communication
Managing Bullying and Safety: Safeguarding practices are failing.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Pupils and staff do not feel safe.
Extracurricular Offerings: School has expanded extracurricular activities.
Career Counselling Services: Appropriate careers advice is provided.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Support plans are outdated or unhelpful.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Developing provision with pupil passports
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About Us
The Cornelius Vermuyden School is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Essex, East of England.
It has 766 students from age 11-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1.
At this school, 24% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
This school rated Inadequate by recent Ofsted inspection.
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All students at Cornelius Vermuyden benefit from the support, challenge, and encouragement they require to grow into successful, self-assured, mature young people who are well-prepared for life after school.
The school offers a safe and joyful environment for good and engaging learning experiences. It is situated on a lovely property on Canvey Island and is conveniently close to all areas of Essex, Southend, and London.
Our emphasis on high achievement and advancement has allowed us to establish ourselves as a centre for educational excellence thanks to our small school ethos.
In our school, learning and excellence are at the core of everything we do.
Our goal is to provide our students with the tools they need to advance in their education and pursue higher education.
We place a high priority on ensuring that our kids feel safe and content, and that their time in school is a memorable and gratifying experience that will serve as the foundation for a rich and fulfilling future.
We push our pupils to be kind, considerate, and mature individuals who are also proud of their school.
I sincerely hope you will come see for yourself what makes Cornelius Vermuyden School special by coming to see us.
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The school offers a safe and joyful environment for good and engaging learning experiences. It is situated on a lovely property on Canvey Island and is conveniently close to all areas of Essex, Southend, and London.
Our emphasis on high achievement and advancement has allowed us to establish ourselves as a centre for educational excellence thanks to our small school ethos.
In our school, learning and excellence are at the core of everything we do.
Our goal is to provide our students with the tools they need to advance in their education and pursue higher education.
We place a high priority on ensuring that our kids feel safe and content, and that their time in school is a memorable and gratifying experience that will serve as the foundation for a rich and fulfilling future.
We push our pupils to be kind, considerate, and mature individuals who are also proud of their school.
I sincerely hope you will come see for yourself what makes Cornelius Vermuyden School special by coming to see us.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
C
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B-
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B-
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| Ofset report | Inadequate | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-16 | 11-18 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 16.4 | - | 20.6 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 24% | 98% | 55% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | 35.00% | 10.10% |
| 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 | -0.76 | 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 | 36.8 | 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 | 24% | 31.82% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 44% | 46.46% | 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 | 48% | 25.81% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 12% | 11.16% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 17% | 16.08% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.13 | 2.88 | 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% | 92.37% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 190 | 162 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 81% | 86.24% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 74% | 33.18% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 6% | 30.26% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 8.17% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 14.66% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 2.51% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 3.73% | 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 | -0.22 | 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 | 44.9 | 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 | 44% | 35.53% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 72% | 49.94% | 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 | 59% | 25.85% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 13% | 13.56% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 23% | 18.15% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.87 | 3.12 | 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 | 94% | 92.26% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 157 | 162 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 88.34% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 77% | 35.51% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 13% | 32.39% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 7.53% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 12.92% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 1.61% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 2.25% | 2.13% |
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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 | -0.43 | 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 | 42.5 | 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 | 31% 5 | 30.57% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 57% 2 | 47.05% | 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 | 42% | 26.86% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 13% 11 | 11.81% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 22% 19 | 17.83% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.78 | 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 | 93% | 93.06% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 133 | 159 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 81% | 86.7% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 71% | 35.59% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 11% | 31.88% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 7.13% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 12.15% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 8% | 3.36% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 3.01% | 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 | -0.22 | 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 | 42.8 | 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 | 36% 1 | 32.08% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 59% 1 | 48.68% | 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 | 6% | 24.74% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 2% 9 | 11.8% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 3% 9 | 16.86% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.62 | 3.1 | 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 | 92% | 87.55% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 148 | 165 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 81% | 74.08% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 72% | 33.04% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 9% | 32.82% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 6.18% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 3.37% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 3.55% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 3.03% | 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 | 0.13 | 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 | 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% | 34.8% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 60% | 51.46% | 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 | 18% | 27.57% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 11% | 16.98% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 12% | 18.71% | 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 | 92% | 88.7% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 184 | 179 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 84% | 73.34% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 80% | 36.42% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 3% | 35.1% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 7.39% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 3.65% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 5.62% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 8% | 3% | 2.45% |
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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
16 : 1
Student teacher ratio at The Cornelius Vermuyden School
Local authority ratio 20 : 1