Progress Schools - Northamptonshire - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)
Progress Schools - Northamptonshire
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Progress Schools - Northamptonshire
- Secondary
- Northampton NN1 2BG
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Requires Improvement
| The quality of education | Requires Improvement |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Requires Improvement |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Inadequate |
| Does the school meet the independent school standards? | No |
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Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils' behaviour improves over time; staff manage disruptions effectively.
Academic Progress: Many pupils secure a suitable education or training placement when they leave school.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers make use of detailed subject knowledge to deliver the curriculum.
Current Educational Practices: Weekly training and drop-in sessions help improve practice.
Strengths and Challenges: Teachers do not always adapt teaching methods for pupils' needs.
Communication: Daily contact with absent pupils checks on their safety and well-being.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents can give feedback via Ofsted Parent View.
Parent Satisfaction: Responses to Ofsted Parent View considered during inspections.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders work to manage the curriculum and support staff.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Actions to address weaknesses in the curriculum are positive but ongoing.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Staff provide consistent support, making pupils feel safe and valued.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Safeguarding arrangements are effective, though risk assessments need improvement.
Outdoor Facilities: The site is well maintained and conducive to learning.
Extracurricular Offerings: The addition of the Arts Award has enhanced the curriculum offer.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Effective use of part-time programmes increases engagement.
Career Counselling Services: Individual advice and guidance help pupils plan next steps.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Support is provided for gaining suitable educational placements.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Support with social and emotional needs is effective, but academic support varies.
Subjects Offered: Priority given to qualifications in mathematics, English, and science.
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Progress Schools - Northamptonshire is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Northamptonshire, East Midlands.
It has 25 students from age 13-16 yr.
This school rated Requires Improvement by recent Ofsted inspection.
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It gives me great pleasure to lead this excellent group of enthusiastic, devoted, and dedicated employees that go above and beyond to give every student the top-notch alternative education they deserve. Every year, our students continue to outperform themselves and show how their dedication pays off as they go into apprenticeships, higher education, or the workforce. The goal of Progress Schools is to fulfil our obligation to "help the capacity to accomplish" by ensuring that every student becomes economically active in the future.
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| Type | Special Schools | Special Schools | Special Schools |
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| Ofset report | Requires Improvement | Good | Good |
| Age range | 13-16 | 11-18 | 11-19 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
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| Student teacher ratio | - | - | - |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | 0% | 0% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
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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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