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Heathcote School & Science College
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- Waltham Forest E4 6ES
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
| 16 to 19 study programmes | Good |
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Academic Progress: Pupils identified as at risk of falling behind receive additional support and catch up quickly.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Typically, pupils behave well in lessons and around the school. They are courteous and respectful.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers speak highly of the many opportunities they are given to develop their practice.
Current Educational Practices: Staff who are new to the profession feel valued, supported and enjoy their work.
Strengths and Challenges: The quality of teaching is good. However, there is still a degree of inconsistency across the school.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents have numerous opportunities to engage with school life, such as through Parent View surveys.
Communication: Leaders and teachers check pupils' progress regularly and communicate effectively.
Parent Satisfaction: Parent View responses indicate strong satisfaction with the school's teaching and nurturing environment.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: The headteacher has successfully developed a culture where conflicts are handled effectively.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders need to review the impact of new systems to ensure they continue to improve pupil outcomes.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Pupils report they feel safe in school; bullying is rare and dealt with swiftly.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Staff work effectively with external agencies to safeguard pupils鈥� welfare.
Extracurricular Offerings: Pupils develop personal and social skills through a wide range of extra-curricular activities.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: The school's curriculum supports both academic and extracurricular engagement evenly.
Outdoor Facilities: Fantastic facilities enhance overall student experience.
Career Counselling Services: Pupils receive effective and impartial careers advice and guidance.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Students receive helpful careers information about university applications, apprenticeships, and employment opportunities.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Pupils who have SEN and/or disabilities make good progress compared with their peers.
Subjects Offered: The curriculum provides a wide range of courses, including work-related subjects.
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About Us
Heathcote School & Science College is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Greater London, London.
It has 1117 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1.
At this school, 43% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
90.00% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
B+
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A
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B-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-19 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Girls |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 15.9 | - | 20.1 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 43% | 34% | 99% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 8.50% | - | 34.50% |
| 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 | -0.26 | 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 | 44.1 | 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 | 43% | 38.24% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 64% | 51.52% | 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 | 59% | 33.28% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 17% | 14.12% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 33% | 19.44% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.02 | 3.23 | 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% | 94.29% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 165 | 128 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 92% | 91.67% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 28% | 22.71% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 56% | 30.19% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 8% | 24.48% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 14.14% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 0.76% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 2% | 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 | -0.08 | 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 | 47.7 | 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 | 48% | 41.2% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 70% | 55.2% | 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 | 53% | 37.48% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 17% | 17.08% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 33% | 23.2% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.2 | 3.49 | 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 | 92% | 93.52% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 172 | 127 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 88% | 92.71% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 24% | 22.38% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 55% | 29.48% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 9% | 24.43% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 16.33% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 0.33% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 0.52% | 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 | -0.11 | 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 | 45.5 | 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 | 43% 1 | 34.78% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 69% 5 | 51.35% | 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 | 20% | 40.61% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 7% 2 | 13.57% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 12% 4 | 21.7% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.91 | 3.25 | 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 | 98% | 91.22% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 162 | 125 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 88.78% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 28% | 23.67% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 44% | 27.83% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 18% | 22.94% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 14.44% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 1.22% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 1.17% | 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 | -0.13 | 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 | 44.6 | 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 | 42% 8 | 36.35% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 64% 9 | 51.22% | 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 | 25% | 38.65% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 9% 7 | 13.26% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 16% 1 | 20.48% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.78 | 3.29 | 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% | 90.17% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 170 | 126 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 89% | 82.17% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 28% | 19.22% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 52% | 27.11% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 21.61% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 16.33% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 0.78% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 0.61% | 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 | -0.33 | 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 | 45.6 | 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 | 50% | 31.78% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 73% | 47.52% | 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 | 36% | 30% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 16% | 15.26% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 17% | 17.7% | 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% | 89.56% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 168 | 126 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 31.39% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 29% | 17.72% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 50% | 23.67% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 21.17% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 14.94% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 1.94% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 0.56% | 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 | 31.25 | 25.97 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.26 | 26.23 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 8.50% | 7.74% | 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 | 100 | 238 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 70% | 67% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 4.73% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 13% | 11.45% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 13% | 12.55% | 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 | 33 | 29.2 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 34.73 | 29.2 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 4.7% | 10.88% | 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 | 130 | 299 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 59% | 67.91% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 2.27% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 17% | 11.36% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 17% | 12.82% | 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 | 26.63 | 20.89 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 27.65 2 | 20.05 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 5.1% | 5.24% | 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 | 133 | 275 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 65% | 58.17% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 8% | 3.92% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 16% | 17.33% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 12.5% | 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 | 26.25 2 | 21.95 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 29.34 2 | 20.85 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 11.5% | 5.56% | 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 | - | 9 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 18 | 33.7% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 8% | 4.8% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 18% | 16% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 7.9% | 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 | 28.15 | 17.67 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 31.68 | 19.26 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 4.3% | 5.15% | 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 | - | 10 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 24 | 25.4% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 2.9% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 22% | 14.6% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 6.1% | 4.23% |
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st Oct 2024 - 25th Oct 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 20th 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 | 24th 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 - 19th 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 - 23rd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
15 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Heathcote School & Science College
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
