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Oaklands School
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- Tower Hamlets E2 6PR
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| Previous inspection | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Achievement of pupils | Good |
| Quality of teaching | Good |
| Behaviour and safety of pupils | Outstanding |
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Academic Progress: Students make good, and sometimes excellent, progress.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Students鈥� attitudes to learning and behaviour are exemplary.
Qualifications and Training: All members of staff are extremely well trained.
Current Educational Practices: Teachers have high aspirations and share best practice.
Strengths and Challenges: An increasing proportion of teaching is outstanding.
Opportunities for Involvement: The school works extremely well with parents, including providing opportunities for national qualifications.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents are provided with training to help them gain employment.
Communication: Marking and feedback regularly tell students how they are doing.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Outstanding leadership ensures all members of staff address any weakness promptly.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders ensure students are well prepared for the next stages of their lives.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Students feel very safe in school and are aware of how to keep safe.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Attendance is consistently above average; no permanent exclusions since 2011.
Extracurricular Offerings: Students participate enthusiastically in a range of enrichment activities.
Career Counselling Services: Students have many partnerships to prepare for the world of work.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Support for disabled students and those with special educational needs is a strength.
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Oaklands School is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Greater London, London.
It has 907 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 13 : 1.
At this school, 55% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
85.70% 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 | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
A
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A
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A-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-19 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 13.7 | - | 14.6 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 55% | 34% | 48% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 6.30% | - | 9.70% |
| 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 | 0.20 | 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 | 49.0 | 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 | 55% | 46.04% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 70% | 60.32% | 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 | 41% | 53.54% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 22% | 18.86% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 29% | 28.07% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.34 | 3.74 | 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% | 93.05% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 116 | 128 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 94% | 90.19% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 7% | 21.33% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 85% | 51.95% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 2% | 2.76% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 13.86% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 0.9% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 2% | 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 | 0.41 | 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 | 53.8 | 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 | 61% | 47.36% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 77% | 61% | 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 | 50% | 51.04% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 30% | 21.68% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 38% | 30.82% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.79 | 3.89 | 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% | 91.85% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 120 | 138 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 98% | 90.9% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 15% | 25.15% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 81% | 50% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 2% | 3.75% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 12.2% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 0.25% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 0.7% | 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 | 0.66 | 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 | 54.3 | 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 | 52% 2 | 38.97% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 74% 5 | 55.31% | 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 | 21% | 43.48% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 11% 2 | 16.21% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 14% | 24.03% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.49 | 3.42 | 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 | 96% | 83.11% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 112 | 127 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 95% | 80.61% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 24% | 27.11% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 68% | 42.06% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 2% | 3.17% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 8.44% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 0.33% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 2.17% | 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 | 0.68 | 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 | 51.5 | 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 | 50% 4 | 35.85% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 69% 4 | 50.69% | 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 | 29% | 42.12% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 13% 8 | 15.73% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 14% 12 | 21.54% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.4 | 3.2 | 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 | 94% | 74.6% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 116 | 135 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 72% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 22% | 27.73% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 65% | 40.53% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 3% | 2.2% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 0.2% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 0.47% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 0.47% | 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 | 0.75 | 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 | 50.4 | 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 | 46% | 33.58% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 73% | 47.77% | 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 | 34% | 39.12% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 21% | 18.08% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 26% | 20.73% | 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 | 99% | 72.85% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 111 | 129 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 21.08% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 14% | 22.85% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 83% | 44.54% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.54% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 0% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 0.54% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 0.62% | 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 | 34.22 | 26.45 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.33 | 24.81 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 6.30% | 6.21% | 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 | 99 | 285 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 80% | 72.93% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 2% | 2.67% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 12% | 10.67% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 9.33% | 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 | 34.85 | 29.17 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 34.67 | 27.66 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 11.1% | 8.05% | 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 | 94 | 394 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 85% | 78% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 2% | 2.07% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 3% | 5.07% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 9% | 10.73% | 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 | 32.80 4 | 26.14 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.33 5 | 22.76 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 8.8% | 5.62% | 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 | 89 | 133 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 82% | 68.14% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 2% | 3.43% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 5% | 11.43% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 9% | 10.57% | 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 | 28.19 6 | 23.33 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 28.48 5 | 22.79 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 6.1% | 6.01% | 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 | - | 0 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 7 | 6.83% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 3.83% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 9% | 7.33% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 4% | 4.83% | 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 | 34.22 | 25.12 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.78 | 20.43 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 21.6% | 6.42% | 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 | - | 1 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 4 | 9.6% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 4.8% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 5% | 7.9% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 9% | 5.1% | 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 | 25th 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 - 24th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
13 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Oaklands School
Local authority ratio 16 : 1