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De Salis Studio College
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- Hillingdon UB4 8JP
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Outstanding |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
| 16 to 19 study programmes | Requires Improvement |
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Academic Progress: Pupils attain well in English, mathematics, and science. Other subjects like psychology, criminology, and law also see strong progress.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well around the college and in lessons, though occasionally lose focus.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers have secure subject knowledge and some have experience marking exam papers.
Current Educational Practices: Staff benefit from training provided across the trust.
Strengths and Challenges: Inconsistent teaching quality due to staff recruitment issues in some subjects.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders handle conflicts effectively with oversight from trustees and external agencies.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders implemented an effective action plan to improve outcomes in the sixth form.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Strong safeguarding arrangements are in place. Staff are well informed about risks.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: The school's work promotes good personal development and welfare.
Extracurricular Offerings: Pupils expressed frustration that the long school day limits extra-curricular opportunities.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Pupils feel the long school day limits participation in sports and arts.
Career Counselling Services: Good links with employers, opportunities for work experience enhance understanding of the world of work.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Improved transition and admissions arrangements for sixth form.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Provision for pupils with special educational needs is well led. High-quality specialist teaching and support for English language learners.
Subjects Offered: Strong curriculum including business, commerce, computing, law along with core curriculum.
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De Salis Studio College is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Greater London, London.
It has 151 students from age 14-19 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 10 : 1.
At this school, 57% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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De Salis Studio College, which opened its doors to its first group of students in September 2014, would like to extend a warm welcome on behalf of its primary sponsor, The Rosedale Hewens Academy Trust. This particular specialty provider only works with young people between the ages of 14 and 19 who have a sincere interest in the world of business and trade. The Academy Trust is in a good position to ensure that De Salis maintains its innovative approach, one that blends high-quality education with creative project-based activities that extend outside of the classroom and into the larger business community, by building on the studio school model. Students who attend De Salis continue to earn credentials in the traditional core disciplines, like English, Math, and Science, in addition to a wide range of other subjects that give them useful business and commerce skills as they pursue their chosen career path. The specialised courses are taught in a setting that, both structurally and aesthetically, mirrors the business world. To ensure that the young people involved may acquire the abilities, encounters, and credentials essential to succeed in all spheres and at all levels of business, a considerable investment has been made in renovating the structures.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
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| Type | Free Schools | Free Schools | Free Schools |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
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| Ofset report | Good | Outstanding | Good |
| Age range | 14-19 | 11-18 | 14-19 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 10.8 | 8.3 | 26.2 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 57% | 0% | 33% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 10.00% | - | - |
| 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 | 0.15 | 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 | 48.0 | 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 | 57% | 38.63% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 70% | 53.38% | 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 | 19% | 28.75% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 3% | 12.91% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 8% | 18.44% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.85 | 3.43 | 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 | 95% | 93.73% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 40 | 131 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 93% | 90.08% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 30% | 23.19% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 60% | 47.81% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 3% | 3% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 16.15% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 1.46% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 2.23% | 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 | 0.38 | 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 | 53.7 | 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 | 71% | 42.5% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 81% | 57.28% | 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 | 19% | 27.44% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 13% | 14.09% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 13% | 18.97% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.43 | 3.43 | 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 | 95% | 90.65% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 37 | 126 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 92% | 87.85% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 30% | 24.85% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 62% | 49.65% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 1.73% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 11.5% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 1% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 1.77% | 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 | 0.78 | 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 | 54.5 | 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 | 62% 6 | 31.71% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 79% 10 | 48.68% | 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 | 18% | 27.74% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 18% | 11.87% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 18% | 16.65% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.07 | 3.24 | 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 | 85% | 81.58% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 13 | 119 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 85% | 77.13% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 15% | 21.13% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 69% | 45.04% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 1.79% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 9.13% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 2.21% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 2.04% | 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 | -0.59 | 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 | 42.6 | 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 | 56% 2 | 31.19% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 69% 23 | 45.45% | 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% | 27.74% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 11.03% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 16.26% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.11 | 3.04 | 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 | 95% | 85.77% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 21 | 133 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 76.95% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 22.59% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 81% | 51.41% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.36% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 4.27% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 1.59% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.05% | 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 | 0.43 | 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 | 49.5 | 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 | 54% | 28.53% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 92% | 42.43% | 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% | 27.9% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 14.47% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 16.63% | 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 | - | 85% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 136 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 60.81% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 19.95% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | - | 51.48% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.81% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 4.48% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 4.43% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.1% | 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 | 32.65 | 25.47 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 34.33 | 25.42 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 10.00% | 10.31% | 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 | 3 | 162 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | - | 63.82% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 4.95% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | - | 10.91% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 7.77% | 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 | - | 29.76 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | - | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 28.12 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 13.91% | 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 | 4 | 198 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | - | 63.77% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 4.55% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | - | 9.77% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 9.91% | 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 | 11.15 4 | 23.89 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | E | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 24.02 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 9.16% | 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 | 17 | 165 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 65% | 61.2% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 12% | 6.2% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 6% | 14.5% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 7.3% | 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 | 15.32 2 | 25.06 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | D- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 23.73 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 8.61% | 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 | - | 23.7% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 3.2% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 12.85% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 3.2% | 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 | 17.46 | 24.49 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | D- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 28.52 | 26.72 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 8.63% | 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 | - | 1 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 22.11% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 4.32% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | - | 13.21% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 4.16% | 4.23% |
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st Oct 2024 - 25th Oct 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 - 20th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 26th Oct 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
10 : 1
Student teacher ratio at De Salis Studio College
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
