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Lord Williams's School
- 2.3 (3 reviews)
- Secondary
- Thame OX9 2AQ
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Outstanding |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
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Academic Progress: Pupils get off to a flying start at the lower school, building on prior knowledge learned in primary schools.
Behaviour and Attitudes: The behaviour of pupils is good; they engage well in lessons. Sixth-form students are mature in independent study.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers have strong subject knowledge and receive specialist training to support learning.
Current Educational Practices: Teachers use assessment to identify gaps in pupils鈥� knowledge or skills and tailor lessons to individual needs.
Strengths and Challenges: Occasional low-level disruption occurs due to inconsistencies in teaching. Leaders are addressing this issue.
Opportunities for Involvement: There are many opportunities for parents to give feedback and stay involved.
Communication: Parents are generally positive about the school and appreciate communication regarding progress and events.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents are positive about the school.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders balance staff well-being with improving standards for pupils.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders understand that some parents and pupils feel staff do not deal with bullying effectively. They are working on improving this.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: The school promotes welfare effectively; safeguarding arrangements are robust.
Managing Bullying and Safety: The school has effective systems for pupil safety, but some parents and pupils feel bullying is not addressed well.
Extracurricular Offerings: A plethora of extra-curricular clubs enriches the curriculum.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Leaders encourage pupils to re-engage with extracurricular activities post-pandemic.
Outdoor Facilities: Thame leisure centre and the Phoenix trail provide excellent outdoor facilities.
Career Counselling Services: Careers education helps pupils make informed choices about their future.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Curriculum sequencing enables pupils to build on prior learning, though some areas like mathematics need improvement for sixth form.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Specialist resource provision supports SEND pupils with both individual and integrated learning plans.
Subjects Offered: Students study a wide range of academic and vocational courses.
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Lord Williams's School is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Oxfordshire, South East.
It has 2276 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.
At this school, 56% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
94.40% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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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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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-16 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 18.6 | 15.1 | 16.4 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 56% | 48% | 48% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 10.70% | - | - |
| 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 | -0.04 | 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 | 49.3 | 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 | 56% | 26.14% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 77% | 36% | 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 | 27% | 16.39% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 17% | 8.29% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 23% | 11.17% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.31 | 2.7 | 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% | 90.53% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 320 | 131 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 87% | 83.43% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 16% | 27.47% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 68% | 36.26% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | SP | 4.11% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 15.77% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 2.91% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 4.11% | 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 | -0.22 | 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 | 48.7 | 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 | 56% | 29.39% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 78% | 39.72% | 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 | 26% | 18.13% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 17% | 11.6% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 21% | 13.95% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.25 | 2.9 | 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 | 97% | 86.02% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 315 | 128 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 81.24% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 19% | 28.5% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 69% | 37.37% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 1% | 3.89% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 11.5% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 2.39% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 2.35% | 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 | 0.11 | 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 | 49.5 | 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 | 49% 2 | 25.22% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 76% | 36.04% | 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 | 30% | 18.45% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 16% 1 | 8.34% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 20% 4 | 12.03% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.4 | 2.72 | 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 | 95% | 90.15% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 314 | 140 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 88% | 83.31% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 27% | 29.05% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 59% | 39.36% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 2% | 3.87% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 11.23% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 3.87% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 2.97% | 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 | -0.07 | 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 | 47.7 | 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 | 51% 7 | 24.63% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 76% | 35% | 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 | 35% | 16.78% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 17% 11 | 8.07% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 24% 7 | 11.26% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.19 | 2.7 | 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 | 97% | 77.69% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 313 | 140 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 89% | 67.62% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 18% | 25% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 70% | 36.74% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 2% | 3.79% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 2.38% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 4.41% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 2.87% | 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 | 0.01 | 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 | 49.4 | 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 | 58% | 25.51% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 76% | 35.98% | 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 | 43% | 17.37% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 28% | 11.17% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 31% | 12.06% | 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 | 96% | 80.97% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 322 | 150 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 71.61% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 30% | 29.91% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 61% | 37.09% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 4.06% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 3.64% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 10% | 5.82% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 3.55% | 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 | 31.13 | 32.96 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 31.53 | 33.27 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 10.70% | 18.51% | 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 | 246 | 197 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 57% | 54.2% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 2% | 4.89% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 30% | 26.83% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 6.77% | 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 | 36.71 | 35.05 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 36.37 | 34.57 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 15.3% | 22.47% | 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 | 252 | 248 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 49% | 55.46% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 2% | 4.34% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 28% | 24.83% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 15% | 8.2% | 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 | 31.46 1 | 33.15 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 31.81 1 | 33.27 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 11.4% | 20.31% | 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 | 228 | 207 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 51% | 54.21% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 7.58% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 34% | 27.61% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 6.91% | 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 | 30.88 | 32.06 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.46 | 32.03 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 8.6% | 18.43% | 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 | 8 | 1 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 57 | 35% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 4.34% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 26% | 15.66% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 3.97% | 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 | 30.53 | 31.92 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.22 | 32.93 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 11.7% | 20.07% | 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 | 7 | 6 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 69 | 52.93% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 6.46% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 31% | 25.39% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 10% | 3% | 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
18 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Lord Williams's School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
