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Furrowfield School
- Secondary
- Gateshead NE10 9RZ
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| Previous inspection | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Achievement of pupils | Good |
| Quality of teaching | Good |
| Behaviour and safety of pupils | Good |
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Academic Progress: The majority of students make good progress; some make outstanding progress in mathematics and science.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Students say they feel safe and there is always someone to talk to about problems. Behaviour and safety are good.
Qualifications and Training: Leaders are working to ensure top quality teaching through additional training for staff at every level.
Current Educational Practices: Teaching is generally good, sometimes outstanding. The school provides additional training throughout.
Strengths and Challenges: Teaching in mathematics and science is secure and tracked finely; standards in English are improving but are at an early stage.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents have a voice in decisions like changes to school uniform and lunch menus.
Communication: Parents are pleased with the school's communication about their children's progress.
Parent Satisfaction: The vast majority of parents are supportive and satisfied with their child's progress.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders and managers are ensuring teaching improvement and the school does not tolerate discrimination.
Actions for Quality Improvement: The new headteacher knows school strengths and weaknesses, aiming to ensure only high-quality teaching.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Behavior routines are well established and bullying is not an issue. Students say they feel safe.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Students' welfare is promoted through regular experiences and acceptance of difference.
Extracurricular Offerings: The curriculum includes vocational studies such as construction and catering.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Programs like FLPP and ASC help students develop practical and academic skills.
Managing and Supporting SEND: The school caters for students with emotional, social, and behavioural difficulties, all having statements of special educational needs.
Subjects Offered: Offers vocational areas like construction and catering, alongside GCSE level qualifications.
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About Us
Furrowfield School is a top rated, Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Tyne and Wear, North East.
It has 79 students from age 11-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 4 : 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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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Special Schools | Special Schools | Special Schools |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
A-
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B-
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A-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Outstanding |
| Age range | 11-16 | 11-19 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 4.9 | 7 | 8.1 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 0% | 5% | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| 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 | -1.88 | 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 | 6.1 | 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 | 0% | 29.56% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 43.61% | 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% | 25.22% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 9.89% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 14.72% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.55 | 2.46 | 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 | 54% | 89.15% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 13 | 151 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 54% | 82.08% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 46% | 35.15% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 28% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 8% | 19.31% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 3.31% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 3.54% | 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 | -2.09 | 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 | 5.6 | 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 | 0% | 33.72% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 43.72% | 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% | 25.94% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 13.39% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 18.28% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.59 | 2.48 | 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 | 86% | 86.15% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 14 | 149 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 86% | 81.62% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 79% | 37.77% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 30.62% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 7% | 13.31% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 1.77% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 2.69% | 2.13% |
Exam Result Not Published
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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 | -3.12 | 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 | 3.6 | 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 | 0% | 29.8% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 44.4% | 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% | 19.93% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 10.13% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 14.47% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.27 | 2.49 | 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 | 69% | 83.18% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 13 | 132 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 62% | 76.82% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 54% | 34.45% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 29.64% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 8% | 13% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 3.45% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 8% | 3.09% | 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 | -2.32 | 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 | 7.9 | 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% | 26.33% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 7% | 38.87% | 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% | 19% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 8.4% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 12.6% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.76 | 2.24 | 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 | 63% | 83.36% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 16 | 133 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 44% | 68.82% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 44% | 28.36% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | - | 30.91% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 15.18% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.36% | 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 | -2.43 | 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 | 7.2 | 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 | 0% | 26.85% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 40.31% | 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 | 0% | 22% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 13.69% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 15.08% | 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 | 61% | 81.55% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 18 | 140 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 39% | 51.73% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 39% | 30% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | - | 30.18% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 12.45% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 5.64% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 22% | 4.64% | 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 | 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 - 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 - 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
4 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Furrowfield School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1