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John F Kennedy Special School
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John F Kennedy Special School
- All-through
- Newham E15 4RZ
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Outstanding
| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Outstanding |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Outstanding |
| Outcomes for pupils | Outstanding |
| 16 to 19 study programmes | Outstanding |
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Academic Progress: Pupils make outstanding progress in literacy, numeracy, and other key skills.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Positive attitudes and behaviour due to a calm and harmonious ethos.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Rapid identification and tailored support for pupils exceeding or not achieving targets.
Teacher Engagement: Staff morale is exceptionally high with strong teamwork and professional development opportunities.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Highly effective assessments secure fast-paced and outstanding learning.
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: Skilled in guiding learning with a strong focus on personalisation.
Opportunities for Parent Involvement: Parents are considered an integral part of the school community, attending events and transitional activities.
Communication with Parents: Regular updates and involvement in decision-making for their child's education.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents describe the school as a family and greatly appreciate its support.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Effective strategies and support for potentially vulnerable pupils and families.
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: Innovative curriculum design and personalised learning paths enhance education quality.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: Safeguarding is of paramount importance with well-trained staff and thorough procedures.
Behaviour and Attitudes of Pupils: Consistent positive behaviour management leads to minimal disruption.
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: Holistic approach and constant monitoring ensure pupil well-being.
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: Various enrichment activities enhance learning.
Balancing Academics with Extracurriculars: Integrated activities promote personal and academic development.
Outdoor Facilities: Well-equipped outdoor spaces for physical development and recreation.
Career Counselling Services: Tailored guidance with transitional events for post-16 students.
Preparation for Next Key Stage: Focus on independence and confidence for future readiness.
Support for SEND: Personalised pathways and significant focus on communication and independent skills.
Subjects Offered: Comprehensive range includes literacy, numeracy, science, art, and vocational/functional life skills.
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About Us
John F Kennedy Special School is a All-through, Co-Ed school located in Greater London, London.
It has 181 students from age 4-19 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 4 : 1.
This school rated Outstanding by recent Ofsted inspection.
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| Phase of Education | All-through | All-through | All-through |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
A-
|
A+
|
B-
|
| Ofset report | Outstanding | Outstanding | Good |
| Age range | 4-19 | 3-18 | 5-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 4.4 | 18.9 | 4.4 |
| Proficient Math | - | 107 | 92 |
| Proficient Read | - | 107 | 90 |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | 56% | 0% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | 6.30% | - |
| 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 | - | 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 | - | 45.93% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 61.25% | 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 | - | 53.14% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 20.5% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 30.04% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 3.9 | 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% | 92.6% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 11 | 199 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 89.95% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 18% | 17.65% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 38.45% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 28.85% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 82% | 4.75% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 0.55% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 1.95% | 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 | - | 47.72% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 61.48% | 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 | - | 51.4% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 23.4% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 30.88% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 3.9 | 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 | 100% | 90.11% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 10 | 185 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 89.56% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 10% | 17.94% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 38.44% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 27.44% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 90% | 5.56% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 0.28% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 0.39% | 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 | - | 41.91% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 60% | 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 | - | 55.64% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 20.73% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 30.18% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 3.86 | 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 | 100% | 94.31% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 9 | 194 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 92.62% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 0% | 13.38% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 43.23% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 27.62% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 100% | 8.31% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 0.85% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 0.92% | 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 | - | 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 | - | 36% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 50% | 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 | - | 48.75% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 19.35% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 27.75% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 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 | - | 85.36% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 3 | 200 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 75.45% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 8.64% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | - | 32.18% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 30.36% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 0% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 0.45% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 0.27% | 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 | - | 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 | - | 37.12% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 52.12% | 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 | - | 44.29% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 25.59% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 29.76% | 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 | 94% | 94.89% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 16 | 218 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 31.33% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 9.89% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | - | 31.67% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 30% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 0% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 1.78% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 0.56% | 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 | 24th 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 - 23rd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
4 : 1
Student teacher ratio at John F Kennedy Special School
Local authority ratio 17 : 1