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Island Learning Centre - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)
Island Learning Centre
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Island Learning Centre
- Middle Deemed Secondary
- Newport and Carisbrooke PO30 5HZ
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Not Previously Inspected |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Academic Progress: Pupils make consistently good progress in most subjects.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils鈥� conduct around the school is good, and they are respectful and tolerant.
Qualifications and Training: Middle leaders are encouraged to gain additional professional qualifications.
Current Educational Practices: Leaders use accurate understanding of pupils鈥� needs to design an effective curriculum.
Strengths and Challenges: Strong relationships with pupils, but most able pupils not consistently challenged.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents and carers value the work of the school and appreciate its success in improving pupils鈥� attitudes.
Communication: Parents say the school looks after their children well and communicates effectively.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents particularly appreciate the significant success it has in supporting pupils鈥� well-being.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Staff challenge derogatory language and racial discrimination quickly and effectively.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders and the management committee have an accurate understanding of the school鈥檚 effectiveness and areas for improvement.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Staff use strategies to encourage good conduct and manage bullying incidents effectively.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Pupils feel safe and there are trusted adults they can talk to if they have concerns.
Extracurricular Offerings: The sports premium is used effectively to purchase bicycles for cycling qualifications.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Breaktimes are well-balanced to maintain learning momentum.
Career Counselling Services: Year 11 pupils leave school with appropriate qualifications and move on to suitable further studies or training.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Most pupils move on to appropriate college courses to pursue further studies or post-16 training.
Managing and Supporting SEND: The school provides education for pupils who are unable to maintain a place at mainstream schools, many with SEN and/or disabilities.
Subjects Offered: Pupils make rapid progress in art and food technology; older pupils in mathematics have more variability in progress.
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About Us
Island Learning Centre is a Middle Deemed Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Isle of Wight County, South East.
It has 36 students from age 11-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 6 : 1.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Holidays & terms
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 | 30th Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 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 - 29th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
6 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Island Learning Centre
Local authority ratio 19 : 1