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Fernwood School
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Outstanding
| The quality of education | Outstanding |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Previous inspection grade | Outstanding |
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Academic Progress: Pupils achieve very well academically and become well-rounded individuals ready to achieve their goals in life.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils' behaviour is exceptional. They are committed to their learning and take pride in their work.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers are subject specialists.
Current Educational Practices: Staff benefit from a carefully designed programme of training to help them teach and support pupils to the best of their ability.
Strengths and Challenges: A reflective approach ensures priorities are identified and actions taken to improve pupils鈥� experiences of school.
Opportunities for Involvement: The school has created an equality, diversity and inclusion group to bring parents and carers together.
Communication: Staff ensure that pupils engage with the wider world and debate and discuss current affairs.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents are involved and engaged in fostering an inclusive environment.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Staff develop respectful, trusting relationships with pupils, ensuring a positive environment.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders regularly review the curriculum to keep it ambitious and improve pupils' opportunities for learning.
Managing Bullying and Safety: The school creates an open and positive culture around safeguarding.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Pupils' welfare and safety are promoted through diverse cultural learning and inclusion initiatives.
Extracurricular Offerings: The school provides a broad range of wider opportunities including residential trips and performances.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Pupils participate actively in extracurricular activities demonstrating commitment to their education.
Career Counselling Services: Pupils benefit from a carefully planned careers programme with advice about next steps and CV writing.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Pupils hear from a variety of employers and are well-prepared for life beyond school.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Pupils with SEND receive highly effective, personalized support to build their knowledge and confidence.
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Fernwood School is a top rated, Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Nottinghamshire, East Midlands.
It has 1432 students from age 11-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1.
At this school, 70% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
This school rated Outstanding by recent Ofsted inspection.
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The DfE and Ofsted have recognised Fernwood, an outstanding 11鈥�16 multi-cultural school, for its outstanding care and discipline in addition to its strong academic standards. In addition to being a specialist technology college in 2005 and a specialist school in mathematics and science in 2010, the institution received Leading Edge recognition for exemplary practise in 2004. Additionally, we are a recognised centre of excellence for sport, expressive arts, and languages. Fernwood secures a number of spots each year for pupils to enrol in a variety of courses, including A levels and the International Baccalaureate, through a direct connection with Bilborough College. According to recent data, a significant portion of our students enrol in higher education programmes, with many of them receiving admission to prestigious colleges like Oxford and Cambridge. The school provides equally effective occupational pathways to higher learning. Each youngster in our society is special and respected for their contributions to our culture. We have very high standards for everyone, and we stress in them the importance of decency, self-control, and respect from an early age. Our culture is based on the principles of equality of opportunity, respect for one another's differences, and tolerance of those needs. to push each student to achieve greater academic success and higher objectives. to instil in students the morals and qualities needed to make them confident, successful, and responsible members of society. educate students the importance of self-discipline, perseverance, and effort so they can become lifelong learners. to prepare students for a society with evolving requirements in terms of science, technology, and the global community.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
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B-
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| Ofset report | Outstanding | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-16 | 11-18 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 15.9 | - | 22.1 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 70% | 98% | 18% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | 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 | 0.43 | 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 | 57.8 | 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 | 70% | 26.29% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 85% | 40.16% | 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 | 32% | 20.39% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 25% | 8.65% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 29% | 12.55% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.07 | 2.71 | 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% | 85.08% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 199 | 122 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 93% | 78.75% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 18% | 34.54% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 18% | 21.75% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 55% | 9.33% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 13.13% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 2.08% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 4.38% | 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 | 0.43 | 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 | 58 | 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 | 70% | 29.19% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 83% | 42.29% | 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 | 43% | 19.26% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 33% | 8.55% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 38% | 11.19% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.19 | 2.72 | 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 | 96% | 86.87% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 200 | 126 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 92% | 83.26% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 28% | 36.78% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 14% | 21.26% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 50% | 9.43% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 15.83% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 1.26% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 2.43% | 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 | 0.27 | 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 | 52.4 | 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 | 56% 2 | 24.38% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 78% 8 | 36.97% | 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% | 18.38% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 28% | 7.93% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 44% 5 | 11.03% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.83 | 2.5 | 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% | 80.39% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 201 | 107 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 88% | 75.56% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 26% | 34.5% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 8% | 20.56% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 52% | 8.39% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 12% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 2.5% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 2.39% | 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 | 50.5 | 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% 3 | 24.26% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 70% 4 | 36.37% | 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 | 65% | 16.56% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 28% 10 | 7% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 39% 4 | 9.56% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.67 | 2.38 | 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% | 68.76% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 199 | 110 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 87% | 63.35% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 21% | 23% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 15% | 21.94% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 50% | 4.53% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 11.53% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 2.41% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 1.24% | 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 | 0.16 | 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 | 50.1 | 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 | 51% | 24.71% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 74% | 36.81% | 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 | 84% | 20.81% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 38% | 7.76% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 43% | 9.19% | 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 | 93% | 77.08% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 203 | 133 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 60.31% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 30% | 25.15% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | - | 25.31% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 51% | 5.92% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 14.46% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 3.69% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.23% | 2.45% |
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st 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 | 28th Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 30th Aug 2024 - 20th 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 - 27th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
15 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Fernwood School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
