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Heston Community School
- Secondary
- Hounslow TW5 0QR
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
| Sixth-form provision | Outstanding |
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Academic Progress: Pupils achieve very well in a wide range of subjects.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils鈥� behaviour and attitudes to learning are exceptional.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers have strong subject knowledge.
Current Educational Practices: Teachers routinely check pupils' understanding.
Strengths and Challenges: Some teachers move on too quickly without checking pupils' understanding.
Opportunities for Involvement: Most pupils participate in extracurricular activities like 'The Heston Voice.'
Communication: Form tutors deliver PSHE programme and keep parents informed.
Parent Satisfaction: Governors use feedback to inform improvement planning.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders deal with bullying seriously and competently.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Governors ask probing questions about the curriculum's quality.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Living by values means pupils rarely experience bullying.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Safeguarding is well led with comprehensive training for staff.
Extracurricular Offerings: Extra-curricular life is strong, including writing and editing school publications.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Pupils enjoy warm and positive relationships which aid their learning.
Career Counselling Services: Wide range of careers and future opportunities embedded in curriculum.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Inclusive sixth form with academic and vocational courses.
Managing and Supporting SEND: SEND support includes up-to-date information for teachers to make adjustments.
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About Us
Heston Community School is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Greater London, London.
It has 1327 students from age 11-19 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1.
At this school, 52% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
94.50% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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I consider it an honour to be responsible for the education of the students at Heston Community School, and I like the challenge of giving them the best all-around education in order to prepare them for successful adult lives. With pupils from a diversity of backgrounds and heritages, Heston is and will continue to be a school with a strong sense of community. They thrive in our exceptional learning environment, growing in mutual respect and understanding, ensuring they are well-prepared for the future. I can say with great pride that visitors to the school frequently remark on how welcoming everyone is, how peaceful the environment is, and how actively the pupils engage in their studies. The traditional principles of diligence, fortitude, and perfect conduct, which are helpful in developing strong working habits, serve as the foundation for the academic achievement of our pupils. Teachers with extensive expertise who have a track record of achieving good test results and provide a pastoral system that leaves no kid behind support the excellent attitudes of our pupils. Heston is frequently ranked as one of the best value-added institutions in the nation thanks to the advancements that our students make. Even while we are quite proud of our high achievers, we are especially pleased that ALL of our students graduate with solid credentials that will help them establish successful futures. Additionally, we want to help our kids acquire the traits and abilities they'll need to succeed in life after school, contribute meaningfully to their community, and become confident individuals who take full advantage of the possibilities presented to them. I would strongly encourage any parent who wants to enrol their child at Heston to visit the school and see the welcoming atmosphere that fosters a love of learning in all of our students.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
B
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B-
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B-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-19 | 11-16 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 15.9 | 15.1 | 16.4 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 52% | 48% | 47% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 8.70% | - | 7.40% |
| 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 | 0.46 | 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 | 48.1 | 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 | 52% | 46.36% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 72% | 61.93% | 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 | 73% | 42.89% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 32% | 20.14% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 44% | 28.11% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.54 | 3.81 | 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% | 93.86% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 193 | 138 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 94% | 91.62% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 23% | 25.48% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 71% | 55.38% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.86% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 9.81% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 0.76% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 1.48% | 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 | 0.55 | 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 | 51.5 | 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 | 60% | 46.07% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 78% | 58.79% | 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 | 80% | 40.32% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 30% | 21.39% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 48% | 28.68% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.85 | 3.73 | 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 | 97% | 90.1% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 193 | 139 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 97% | 89.05% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 13% | 27.81% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 83% | 53.19% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.81% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 7.19% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 0.29% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 0.9% | 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 | 0.81 | 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 | 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 | 53% 1 | 37% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 73% 2 | 52.61% | 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 | 72% | 39.64% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 36% 11 | 17.11% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 52% 8 | 25.61% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.96 | 3.35 | 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 | 96% | 85.48% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 187 | 125 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 95% | 82.38% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 18% | 25.14% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 75% | 49.05% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 1% | 1.33% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 7% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 1.05% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 2.24% | 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 | 0.68 | 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 | 52% 2 | 37.54% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 71% 5 | 52.64% | 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 | 72% | 39.61% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 25% 1 | 18.14% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 44% 16 | 25.86% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.72 | 3.31 | 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 | 94% | 87.88% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 190 | 157 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 92% | 74.12% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 19% | 27.59% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 71% | 50.12% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.59% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 3.82% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 0.76% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 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 | 0.9 | 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 | 52.8 | 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 | 50% | 37.77% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 76% | 54.12% | 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 | 75% | 43.42% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 24% | 22.54% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 28% | 25.15% | 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 | 97% | 88.31% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 190 | 162 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 51.44% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 26.94% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 74% | 53.44% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.69% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 0% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 1.56% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.5% | 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 | 37.47 | 32.61 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 37.34 | 32.65 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 8.70% | 12.93% | 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 | 151 | 121 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 65% | 68.94% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 1% | 2.12% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 14% | 11.71% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 14% | 7.12% | 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 | 39.06 | 35.14 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 39.4 | 35.01 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 14.3% | 16.62% | 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 | 142 | 146 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 81% | 71.12% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 1% | 1% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 4% | 9.18% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 9% | 12.47% | 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 | 32.78 2 | 30.29 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.90 2 | 26.78 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 2.9% | 10.63% | 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 | 116 | 143 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 72% | 60.56% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 4% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 12% | 15.19% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 8.88% | 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 | 34.15 5 | 28.04 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 34.66 5 | 24.83 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 7.7% | 8.75% | 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 | 14 | 6 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 13 | 12.73% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 3% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 11% | 8.67% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 4% | 2.8% | 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 | 29.3 | 23.01 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 29.72 | 25.13 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 8.4% | 8.1% | 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 | - | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 22 | 15.4% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 9% | 4.33% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 17% | 14% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 9% | 4.33% | 4.23% |
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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
15 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Heston Community School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1