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Newlands Girls' School
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- Windsor and Maidenhead SL6 5JB
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Outstanding
| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Not Previously Inspected |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Outstanding |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Outstanding |
| Outcomes for pupils | Outstanding |
| 16 to 19 study programmes | Good |
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Academic Progress: Pupils' progress is exceptional by the end of key stage 4.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils' behaviour is impeccable, polite, well mannered and respectful.
Academic Progress: Pupils achieve remarkably well.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Behaviour is impeccable.
Qualifications and Training: Several teachers have completed Masters-level qualifications as part of their professional development.
Current Educational Practices: Staff believe the training is very effective in helping them improve.
Strengths and Challenges: Teachers are encouraged to be innovative and feel confident in trying new things in lessons.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers have required expertise.
Current Educational Practices: Follow six 鈥榯eaching and learning principles鈥�.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents appreciate high-quality teaching and agree children make very good progress.
Communication: Almost all parents who responded to Parent View agree the school is well led.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents are happy with the amazing headteacher and staff who really care about every single girl.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents are overwhelmingly positive.
Communication: Leaders appreciate staff views.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Governors provide high levels of challenge to leaders and use school visits to monitor regularly.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders intervene swiftly in subjects where standards are not as high.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Pupils have no concerns about bullying and feel very well looked after.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Pupils appreciate high-quality pastoral care and feel safe.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Pupils are happy and feel safe.
Extracurricular Offerings: Varied extracurricular activities mean students play a rich role in school life.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Students develop leadership skills and self-confidence through activities like Duke of Edinburgh's Award.
Outdoor Facilities: Pupils socialise harmoniously and respect the outside areas, taking care of their school.
Extracurricular Offerings: Numerous clubs and trips offered.
Career Counselling Services: Students receive informative careers advice but would value more opportunities to discuss choices at the end of Year 13.
Career Counselling Services: Comprehensive careers programme.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Pupils who have SEN and/or disabilities make strong progress from their starting points.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Close support for SEND pupils.
Subjects Offered: Pupils choose from a wide range of subjects in key stages 3, 4 and 5.
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About Us
Newlands Girls' School is a top rated, Secondary, Girls school located in Berkshire, South East.
It has 1200 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1.
At this school, 65% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
94.60% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Outstanding 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 |
A
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B-
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C+
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| Ofset report | Outstanding | Good | Requires Improvement |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-16 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Girls | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 15.7 | 15.1 | 20.9 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 65% | 48% | 46% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 20.00% | - | 5.30% |
| 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 | 0.63 | 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 | 56.6 | 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 | 65% | 31.95% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 87% | 44.16% | 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 | 76% | 22.32% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 38% | 10.42% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 54% | 14.84% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.40 | 3.2 | 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% | 85.73% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 191 | 141 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 95% | 81.45% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 16% | 25.09% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 61% | 48.45% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 17% | 6.27% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 1.64% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 2% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 2.27% | 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 | 0.6 | 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 | 59.3 | 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 | 69% | 33.58% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 89% | 46.74% | 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 | 78% | 27% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 44% | 14.21% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 62% | 19% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.61 | 3.37 | 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 | 99% | 86.55% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 187 | 142 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 98% | 84.09% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 12% | 29.09% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 78% | 48% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 5% | 5.73% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 1.36% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 0.91% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 1.64% | 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 | 0.6 | 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 | 58.8 | 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 | 62% 1 | 30.39% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 88% 3 | 45.11% | 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 | 81% | 31.33% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 48% 7 | 14.44% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 68% 8 | 21.28% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.65 | 3.38 | 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 | 98% | 94.1% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 183 | 151 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 95% | 89.1% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 19% | 27.9% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 64% | 54.5% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 9% | 5.2% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 1.2% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 2.9% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 2.4% | 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 | 0.54 | 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 | 55.3 | 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 | 61% 10 | 34.71% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 85% 5 | 49.18% | 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 | 75% | 34% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 41% 13 | 17.29% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 60% 4 | 24.76% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.23 | 3.8 | 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 | 99% | 95.11% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 181 | 160 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 96% | 79.89% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 15% | 29.11% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 69% | 52.44% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 5.78% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 0.22% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.33% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.44% | 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 | 0.67 | 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 | 56.3 | 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 | 71% | 37.06% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 90% | 52.25% | 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 | 67% | 31.06% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 54% | 20.5% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 56% | 22.31% | 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 | 98% | 95% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 177 | 168 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 61.33% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 15% | 31.22% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 67% | 53.67% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 12% | 2.78% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 0.44% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 4.11% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.78% | 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 | 36.73 | 36.02 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 37.05 | 36.53 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 20.00% | 19.48% | 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 | 108 | 103 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 72% | 64.78% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 4.33% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 17% | 21.67% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 5.67% | 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 | 40.24 | 39.59 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 42.25 | 40.19 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 20.5% | 24.94% | 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 | 88 | 94 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 81% | 69.78% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 2% | 2.67% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 8% | 16.89% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 7.44% | 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 | 36.99 2 | 31.57 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 37.95 2 | 31.44 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 25.3% | 18.59% | 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 | 102 | 102 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 64% | 59.75% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 7% | 7.5% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 21% | 22.13% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 3% | 8.13% | 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 | 34.66 3 | 33.13 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 35.70 2 | 33.56 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 17.1% | 21.46% | 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 | 4 | 6 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 17 | 19.25% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 5.5% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 21% | 19.38% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 4.25% | 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 | 31.74 | 28.79 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.92 | 31.4 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 12.2% | 21.11% | 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 | - | 3 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 21 | 25.63% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 5.13% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 20% | 23.38% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 3% | 3% | 4.23% |
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Holidays & terms
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 - 2nd Sep 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 3rd 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
15 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Newlands Girls' School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1