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Oversands School
- Middle Deemed Secondary
- Witherslack, Meathop and Ulpha LA11 6SD
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Good |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
| Does the school meet the independent school standards? | Yes |
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Academic Progress: Pupils achieve well.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Behaviour around school is orderly.
Academic Progress: Curriculum enables development of communication and language skills
Behaviour and Attitudes: Policy supports pupils managing their own behaviour
Qualifications and Training: Teachers have expert subject knowledge.
Current Educational Practices: Teachers use leaders鈥� assessment systems well.
Strengths and Challenges: Staff reported that leaders ensure their workload is manageable.
Qualifications and Training: Staff receive advice and guidance for curriculum delivery
Current Educational Practices: Teachers use assessment information to guide learning
Strengths and Challenges: Leaders ensure staff have required knowledge and skills
Communication: Leaders engage well with staff.
Opportunities for Involvement: Regular sharing of pupil progress with parents
Communication: Parents receive regular updates on pupil progress
Parent Satisfaction: School policies developed in consultation with parents
Opportunities for Involvement: Limited range of extra-curricular clubs.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Staff are quick to intervene and deal with bullying effectively.
Actions for Quality Improvement: New leadership team鈥檚 positive impact on school improvement.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Senior leaders held accountable by proprietor body
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders plan carefully for proposed changes
Managing Bullying and Safety: Staff report any concerns immediately to the safeguarding team.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: The school's safeguarding policy complies with statutory guidance.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Safeguarding policy is up-to-date and published
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Staff trained regularly on safeguarding procedures
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Students receive independent careers advice and guidance.
Extracurricular Offerings: Wide range of clubs and activities for pupils
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Activities tailored for various pupil needs
Outdoor Facilities: Pupils learn through outdoor woodland activities
Extracurricular Offerings: Limited range of enrichment activities.
Career Counselling Services: All pupils and sixth-form students receive independent careers information.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Students undertake well-designed work placements.
Career Counselling Services: Older pupils receive impartial careers advice
Preparation for Sixth Form: PSHE ensures readiness for life beyond school
Managing and Supporting SEND: Teachers adapt curriculum delivery for special education needs.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Curriculum meets specific needs of SEND pupils
Subjects Offered: Pupils achieve nationally recognised qualifications, including GCSEs and functional skills.
Subjects Offered: English, mathematics, science, and other key subjects provided
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Oversands School is a Middle Deemed Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Cumbria, North West.
It has 67 students from age 5-19 yr.
At this school, 0% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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In order to guarantee that each young person receives the greatest results possible, there are extremely close ties between the children's home and the learning centre. This strategy is similar to how a standard child-teacher interaction operates, but it takes into account the extra assistance that children with serious special educational needs need.
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| Phase of Education | Middle Deemed Secondary | Middle Deemed Secondary |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Special Schools | Special Schools |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
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| Ofset report | Good | - |
| Age range | 5-19 | 9-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | - | - |
| Proficient Math | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 0% | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | 拢5,708 to 拢5,858 |
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 | 7.7 | 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 | 0% | 26.31% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 7% | 42.47% | 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% | 13.28% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 6.53% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 9.03% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.56 | 2.66 | 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 | - | 95.91% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 104 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 82.35% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 38.13% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | - | 30.26% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.26% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | - | 13.65% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 8.78% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 5% | 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 | 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 | 0% | 31.39% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 12% | 46.19% | 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% | 16.77% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 9.32% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 12.06% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.95 | 2.91 | 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 | - | 87.7% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 103 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 75.87% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 41.52% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | - | 29.09% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.57% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | - | 4.7% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 7.52% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 4.61% | 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 | 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 | 0% | 28.32% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 44.57% | 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% | 17.71% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 8.57% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 12.71% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.17 | 3 | 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 | - | 97.52% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 101 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 86.33% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 42.76% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | - | 30.24% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.14% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | - | 13.29% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 8.76% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.52% | 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 | 7.3 | 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% | 29.85% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 45.37% | 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% | 18.89% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 9.7% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 13.48% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.24 | 2.82 | 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 | - | 82.19% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 107 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 67.71% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 34.81% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | - | 32.1% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.05% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 0.14% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 7.43% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3.14% | 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 | 12.4 | 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 | 0% | 29.07% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 46.15% | 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% | 20.7% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 13.07% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 14.48% | 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 | - | 86.9% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 116 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 45.35% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 37.1% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | - | 31.95% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 6% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 0.25% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 10.8% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.35% | 2.45% |
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 25th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 6th 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 | 21st Jul 2025 - 2nd Sep 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th Sep 2024 - 24th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 7th 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 - 20th Jul 2025 |
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