Park School - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)
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Park School
- Middle Deemed Secondary
- Chipping Norton OX7 5QH
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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 | Outstanding |
| Does the school meet the independent school standards? | Yes |
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Academic Progress: Pupils learn the knowledge and skills they need to achieve well.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well most of the time and socialise happily.
Strengths and Challenges: Staff are keen to teach the new curriculum and look forward to further training.
Qualifications and Training: Staff training plans were delayed by the pandemic.
Current Educational Practices: Staff need to strengthen their subject knowledge in some areas.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents refer to strong partnership work between home and school.
Communication: Parents are very appreciative of the school.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents are very appreciative of the school.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders act swiftly when a safeguarding concern arises.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders revised the school鈥檚 curriculum and secured notable improvements in behaviour.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders work with external agencies to address concerns and provide necessary support for pupils and families.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders ensure standards are met securely through regular audits and adaptation to pupils' needs.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Pupils are happy, safe and settled.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Leaders have established robust safeguarding policies and procedures.
Managing Bullying and Safety: The school uses effective procedures to keep pupils safe, including comprehensive training and collaboration with external agencies.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Leaders have a robust fire safety and risk assessment policy to ensure welfare, health, and safety.
Extracurricular Offerings: The school usually provides a wide range of trips and visitors.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Subjects such as cooking and art help pupils discover personal interests.
Outdoor Facilities: The school uses additional premises with outdoor space and local parks.
Outdoor Facilities: The school offers extensive space for sports and social activities, including a multisports area for football and games.
Career Counselling Services: Well-established careers guidance helps pupils develop ambitions for the future.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Older pupils study a range of qualifications including GCSEs and BTECs.
Managing and Supporting SEND: All pupils have SEND, and the school provides tailored support.
Subjects Offered: The school offers English GCSEs, BTECs, and functional skills.
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About Us
Park School is a Middle Deemed Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Oxfordshire, South East.
It has 45 students from age 7-18 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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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 | 5.5 | 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 | 0% | 26.14% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 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 | 0% | 16.39% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 8.29% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 11.17% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.22 | 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 | - | 90.53% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 131 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 83.43% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 27.47% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | - | 36.26% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 4.11% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | - | 15.77% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.91% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 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 | - | 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 | - | 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 | - | 29.39% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 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 | - | 18.13% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 11.6% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 13.95% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 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 | - | 86.02% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 128 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 81.24% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 28.5% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | - | 37.37% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 3.89% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | - | 11.5% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.39% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 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 | - | 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 | - | 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 | - | 25.22% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 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 | - | 18.45% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 8.34% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 12.03% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 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 | - | 90.15% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 140 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 83.31% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 29.05% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | - | 39.36% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 3.87% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | - | 11.23% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3.87% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 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 | - | 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 | - | 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 | - | 24.63% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 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 | - | 16.78% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 8.07% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 11.26% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 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 | - | 77.69% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 140 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 67.62% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 25% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | - | 36.74% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 3.79% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 2.38% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 4.41% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 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 | - | 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% | 25.51% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 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 | 0% | 17.37% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 11.17% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 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 | - | 80.97% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 150 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 71.61% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 29.91% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | - | 37.09% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 4.06% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 3.64% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 5.82% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3.55% | 2.45% |
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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 |
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| 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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