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The James Hornsby School
- Secondary
- Basildon SS15 5NX
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
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Academic Progress: Pupils make strong progress in most subjects.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well and almost all meet leaders鈥� high expectations of behaviour.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers have strong subject knowledge and explain things clearly to pupils.
Current Educational Practices: Staff embrace opportunities for training and development.
Strengths and Challenges: Most teachers make effective use of information to adapt their lessons.
Communication: Leaders ensure that pupils' progress and school events are communicated effectively.
Parent Satisfaction: There were mixed responses, but majority are positive from parents.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents can give views through Ofsted Parent View.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Pupils and staff feel concerns are promptly acted upon.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders are committed to ongoing improvement and high aspirations for pupils.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying is dealt with effectively. Staff are vigilant for the signs of harm.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Staff receive regular training to keep their knowledge up to date.
Extracurricular Offerings: Pupils participate in a wide range of extra-curricular clubs, trips and activities.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Activities help pupils to follow or develop new interests.
Career Counselling Services: All pupils experience a well-considered careers education programme.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Pupils are well-prepared for future learning or employment.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Most pupils with SEND receive the help they need to make strong progress.
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The James Hornsby School is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Essex, East of England.
It has 1003 students from age 11-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 17 : 1.
At this school, 28% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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We're glad you're here. I hope you find it educational and that it provides you with a glimpse of our school and the amazing young people we work with. James Hornsby School is a popular, oversubscribed school rated as 'Good' by Ofsted where students' and staff are highly committed and enjoy school life. Together We Excel is our school's motto, and every student at James Hornsby is a part of the family. Being the head teacher at James Hornsby School makes me incredibly proud. In the summer of 2019, I proudly accepted the headship at James Hornsby, and I'm still incredibly enthused about continuing the school's recent success. Schools should be motivating and offer the opportunity required to produce the highest results. Every youngster should have access to a top-notch education. No one should be able to tell what young people are capable of accomplishing, and we should be dedicated to making sure every student is equipped to meet the challenges of the twenty-first century. We at James Hornsby are dedicated about promoting, protecting, and enhancing everyone's well-being. Our high expectations for students will be reached if we have a safe and joyful learning environment, a robust, diversified curriculum, and good teaching. We hope to do this through the efforts of our outstanding faculty and staff, first-rate facilities, and a strict policy on great behaviour. Because we are aware of the difference excellence can make in the lives of our young people, their families, and the community, we shall pursue it with tenacity and ambition. I'm looking forward to working with you, and I hope this website provides all the details you require.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
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C+
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Requires Improvement |
| Age range | 11-16 | 11-16 | 11-14 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 17.3 | 15.1 | 22.3 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 28% | 48% | - |
| 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 | -0.32 | 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 | 41.8 | 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 | 28% | 31.82% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 55% | 46.46% | 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 | 39% | 25.81% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 15% | 11.16% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 30% | 16.08% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.67 | 2.88 | 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 | 86% | 92.37% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 169 | 162 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 74% | 86.24% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 63% | 33.18% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 10% | 30.26% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 1% | 8.17% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 14.66% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 2.51% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 10% | 3.73% | 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 | -0.37 | 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 | 39.3 | 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 | 25% | 35.53% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 45% | 49.94% | 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 | 39% | 25.85% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 13% | 13.56% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 22% | 18.15% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.41 | 3.12 | 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 | 91% | 92.26% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 171 | 162 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 86% | 88.34% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 74% | 35.51% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 11% | 32.39% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 7.53% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 12.92% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 1.61% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 2.25% | 2.13% |
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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 | -0.29 | 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 | 36.4 | 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 | 15% 6 | 30.57% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 34% 17 | 47.05% | 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 | 1% | 26.86% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 1% 2 | 11.81% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 1% 2 | 17.83% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 2.8 | 3 | 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 | 91% | 93.06% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 114 | 159 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 85% | 86.7% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 74% | 35.59% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 11% | 31.88% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 7.13% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 12.15% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 3.36% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 3.01% | 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 | -0.17 | 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 | 38.8 | 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 | 21% 9 | 32.08% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 51% 2 | 48.68% | 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 | 6% | 24.74% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 3% 2 | 11.8% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 3% 5 | 16.86% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.04 | 3.1 | 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 | 86% | 87.55% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 147 | 165 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 75% | 74.08% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 55% | 33.04% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 12% | 32.82% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 6.18% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 3.37% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 3.55% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 7% | 3.03% | 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 | 0.31 | 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 | 43.6 | 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 | 30% | 34.8% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 49% | 51.46% | 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 | 8% | 27.57% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 5% | 16.98% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 8% | 18.71% | 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 | 92% | 88.7% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 146 | 179 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 85% | 73.34% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 71% | 36.42% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 8% | 35.1% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 6% | 7.39% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 3.65% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 10% | 5.62% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 7% | 3% | 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 | 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
17 : 1
Student teacher ratio at The James Hornsby School
Local authority ratio 20 : 1
