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Holbrook School for Autism
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Holbrook School for Autism
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- Holbrook DE56 0TE
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
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Academic Progress: Pupils focus on achieving targets based on their EHC plans, using varied pathways for curriculum relevance.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils respect peers, rarely encounter bullying, and build confidence through consistent routines and praise.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Staff closely track pupil progress and adapt the curriculum when necessary to meet individual needs.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: In most subjects, staff use specialist materials to make learning accessible and track progress closely.
Teacher Engagement: Most staff enjoy working at the school with opportunities to develop their practice; some concerns about leader support.
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: Some staff lack confidence in a few subjects, causing inconsistent curriculum delivery and unaddressed student mistakes.
Opportunities for Parent Involvement: Leaders work closely with parents and carers to prepare pupils well for their next steps.
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: Trust leaders conduct regular monitoring and assist school leaders in sharing best practices.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: A notable minority of staff feel leaders do not support them enough in dealing with poor behavior incidents.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: Bullying is rarely a concern, and leaders ensure staff report any welfare concerns promptly.
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: Leaders act quickly when a pupil is at risk and provide safety education, including online safety.
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: Pupils benefit from enriching experiences like trips and community support activities.
Career Counselling Services: Post-16 students meet educational providers and employees to discuss future steps; gain life skills and accreditations.
Preparation for Next Key Stage: Despite a limited range of qualifications, students usually move to destinations matching their aspirations.
Support for SEND: Staff use 'My plan' guidance to ensure planned learning meets each pupil's needs.
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About Us
Holbrook School for Autism is a All-through, Co-Ed school located in Derbyshire, East Midlands.
It has 147 students from age 4-19 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 6 : 1.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Primary Exam Result
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 101 | 93 | 97 |
| Reading | 109 | 94 | 98 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 0% | 53.86% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 7.12% | 7.42% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -5.8 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -6.8 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -6.3 | Well Below Average |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 105 | 96 | 96 |
| Reading | 106 | 96 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 0% | 58.94% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 9.76% | 9.72% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -6.2 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -6.5 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -5.9 | Well Below Average |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
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 | - | 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 | - | 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 | - | 28.94% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 43.48% | 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 | - | 19.88% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 8.69% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 12.8% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 2.67 | 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 | 100% | 89.54% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 10 | 140 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 80.63% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 0% | 36.22% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 27.54% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 6.26% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 100% | 10.74% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 4.89% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 4.07% | 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 | - | 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 | - | 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 | - | 31.72% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 44.28% | 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 | - | 18.74% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 10.52% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 13.98% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 2.76 | 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 | - | 85.82% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 3 | 131 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 79.75% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 36.82% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | - | 26.93% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 7.61% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | - | 8.39% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3.09% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3% | 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 | - | 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 | - | 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 | - | 29.63% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 44.55% | 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 | - | 22.25% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 10.79% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 15.23% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 2.77 | 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 | - | 83.69% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 4 | 126 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 73.69% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 34.63% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | - | 27.29% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 8.91% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | - | 2.83% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 6.43% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3.63% | 2.75% |
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.
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Holidays & terms
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 | 25th Jul 2025 - 3rd Sep 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th 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 - 24th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
6 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Holbrook School for Autism
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
