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Lycee Francais Charles de Gaulle
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- Kensington and Chelsea SW7 2DG
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Inadequate
| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Requires Improvement |
| Leadership and management | Inadequate |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Good |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
| Does the school meet the independent school standards? | No |
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Academic Progress: Students achieve highly in examinations like the French Baccalaur茅at or A levels.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well and get along with each other. Bullying is rare.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils rarely engage in bullying; school addresses issues effectively
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Teachers do not systematically check understanding, leading to some pupils falling behind.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers benefit from regular training and have strong subject knowledge.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Updated curriculum with clear policies improves education quality
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: New safeguarding lead and improved staff training implemented
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Most teachers explain concepts well but fail to systematically check pupil understanding.
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: Noted challenge: Teachers sometimes move on too quickly without checking understanding.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents are generally confident that their children are well looked after.
Communication with Parents: Curriculum and policy details accessible online for parents
Opportunities for Parent Involvement: Parents are consulted on relationships and sex education policy.
Communication with Parents: School communicates via updates and meetings but lacks depth in some policy areas.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Clear complaints procedure in place, includes formal hearings
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: Implemented electronic systems and updated policies
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders have insufficient training and poor record-keeping, impacting conflict resolution and safety.
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: Leaders need to urgently improve understanding and execution of safeguarding roles.
Behaviour and Attitudes of Pupils: Pupils get along well and are respectful; incidents of bullying are rare.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: Improved safeguarding measures and staff training
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: Sophisticated electronic entry/exit system enhances safety
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: Safeguarding policies are not effectively implemented, leaving pupils unsafe.
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: Significant weaknesses in oversight and risk assessment affect pupil safety.
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: Range of clubs and activities available, including sports and charity work.
Balancing Academics with Extracurriculars: Opportunities exist but lack formal guidance on balancing responsibilities.
Outdoor Facilities: Adequate outdoor facilities but some premises requirements are unmet.
Career Counselling Services: Comprehensive careers guidance program from Year 7
Career Counselling Services: Careers advice starts from Year 10 onwards, well-supported in sixth form.
Preparation for Next Key Stage: Students transition well to GCSEs and A levels but some curriculum plans are incomplete.
Support for SEND: Effective strategies in place to identify and support pupils with SEND but needs better oversight.
Subjects Offered: Offers a broad range of subjects including French Baccalaur茅at, GCSE, and A levels.
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About Us
Lycee Francais Charles de Gaulle is a All-through, Co-Ed school located in Greater London, London.
It has 3467 students from age 2-19 yr.
At this school, 0% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
This school rated Inadequate by recent Ofsted inspection.
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| Phase of Education | All-through | All-through | All-through |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Independent Schools | Independent Schools | Independent Schools |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
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| Ofset report | Inadequate | - | - |
| Age range | 2-19 | 2-16 | 3-19 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | - | - | - |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 0% | 0% | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 45.80% | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | 拢548 to 拢4,800 | 拢384 to 拢2,365 |
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 | 6.3 | 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 | 0% | 24.65% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 30.76% | 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 | 0% | 11.24% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 6.29% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 8.71% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.47 | 1.94 | 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 | - | 96.2% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 109 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 94.2% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 16.6% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | - | 51.4% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 6.2% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | - | 19.8% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 0.4% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.8% | 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 | 5.2 | 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 | 0% | 26.43% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 33.29% | 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 | 0% | 10.71% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 6.64% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 8.14% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.4 | 2.17 | 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 | - | 95.8% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 111 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 95.4% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 16.8% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | - | 47.4% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 10.4% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | - | 20.8% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 0.6% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 0.2% | 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 | 6.6 | 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 | 0% | 18.21% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 25.79% | 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 | 0% | 9.71% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 5.36% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 7.64% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.65 | 1.79 | 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 | - | 94% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 99 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 93% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 11.25% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | - | 48% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 7.25% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | - | 26% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 0.25% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 0.75% | 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 | 6.9 | 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 | 0% | 19.92% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 26.23% | 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 | 0% | 11.62% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 6.46% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 8.38% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.62 | 2 | 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 | - | 95.75% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 99 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 93.75% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 14.75% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | - | 46.75% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 6.75% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 23.25% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 0% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 0% | 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 | 10.4 | 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% | 19.58% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 17% | 25.58% | 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 | 0% | 9.17% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 5.67% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 6.92% | 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 | - | 71% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 101 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 0% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 16.75% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | - | 34% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 10.25% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 1.5% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 0% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 0% | 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 | 43.83 | 37.76 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | B+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 45.42 | 37.63 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | A- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 45.80% | 18.68% | 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 | - | 193 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | - | 72.25% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 1% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | - | 11% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 9% | 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 | 48.64 | 40.94 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | A | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 50 | 40.5 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | A | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 60.5% | 22.89% | 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 | - | 229 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | - | 80% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 0.75% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | - | 5% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 9.75% | 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 | 43.40 | 36.31 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | B+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 45.04 | 35.93 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | A- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 46.2% | 20.23% | 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 | - | 254 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | - | 76.33% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 1% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | - | 10.67% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 8% | 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 | 43.20 1 | 33.02 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | B+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 45.83 | 33.64 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | A- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 52.3% | 20.18% | 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 | - | 13 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 18.67% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 1% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 6.33% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 4% | 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 | 42.4 | 32.42 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | B+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 45.8 | 33.21 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | A- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 52.0% | 19.95% | 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 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 19% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 1.67% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | - | 6.33% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 4.33% | 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 |
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