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Raynes Park High School
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Raynes Park High School
- 2.5 (2 reviews)
- Secondary
- Merton SW20 0JL
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
| 16 to 19 study programmes | Good |
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Academic Progress: Pupils make good progress across the curriculum.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are respectful and keen to learn, resulting in a positive school environment.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers have strong subject knowledge and benefit from regular training.
Current Educational Practices: Leaders ensure teachers are supported with professional development opportunities.
Strengths and Challenges: Targeted support is provided when teaching improvements are needed.
Opportunities for Involvement: Increasing numbers of parents attend school events due to various initiatives.
Communication: Parents receive valuable information about their child鈥檚 progress.
Parent Satisfaction: The majority of parents are positive and appreciate the school's communication.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders maintain positive relationships and effectively address concerns.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Strong leadership has maintained the school's good quality of education.
Managing Bullying and Safety: There is a thorough approach to safeguarding ensuring pupils feel safe.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Pupils are alert to contemporary risks due to the guidance they receive.
Extracurricular Offerings: A wide range of extracurricular activities enriches pupils鈥� learning.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Leaders ensure that disadvantaged pupils participate in enrichment activities.
Career Counselling Services: Students receive personalized support for successful applications to next steps.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Students are well-prepared for further studies through improved progress.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Support for pupils with special educational needs is a strength of the school.
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Raynes Park High School is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Greater London, London.
It has 1207 students from age 11-19 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1.
At this school, 40% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
80.00% 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 |
B+
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A
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B
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-19 | 11-19 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Boys |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 16.5 | - | 17.9 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 40% | 34% | 68% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 23.10% | - | 16.50% |
| 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 | -0.02 | 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 | 42.9 | 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 | 40% | 36.17% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 59% | 47.56% | 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 | 35% | 27.83% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 13% | 14.89% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 19% | 20.11% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.64 | 3.01 | 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 | 94% | 91% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 172 | 141 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 88% | 87.82% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 40% | 26.36% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 45% | 43% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 3% | 4% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 14.64% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 1.64% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 1.55% | 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 | 0.22 | 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 | 46.3 | 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% | 30.56% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 70% | 40.22% | 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 | 30% | 24.06% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 10% | 13.22% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 19% | 18.28% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.92 | 2.68 | 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 | 93% | 83% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 165 | 141 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 92% | 81.55% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 37% | 25.18% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 48% | 42.82% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 6% | 5.18% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 8.36% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 0.55% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 1.18% | 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 | 0.02 | 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 | 44 | 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 | 39% 6 | 26.61% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 61% 4 | 37.11% | 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 | 21% | 21.83% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 11% 2 | 10.61% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 15% 1 | 15.67% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.69 | 2.48 | 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 | 94% | 92.64% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 139 | 129 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 88% | 88.27% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 32% | 27.91% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 48% | 41.27% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 5% | 4.27% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 3% | 14.91% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 0.73% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 3.45% | 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 | -0.11 | 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 | 44.7 | 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 | 45% | 24.11% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 65% 6 | 36.44% | 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 | 34% | 21.67% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 13% | 10.22% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 16% 2 | 14.72% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.94 | 2.36 | 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 | 90% | 76.91% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 161 | 131 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 82% | 73.55% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 28% | 21.64% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 49% | 39.73% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 4% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 5.82% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 1.55% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 1.55% | 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 | -0.08 | 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 | 42.6 | 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 | 45% | 27.06% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 59% | 39.29% | 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 | 25% | 20.65% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 13% | 13.12% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 14% | 14.88% | 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 | 92% | 79.27% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 221 | 137 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 89% | 41.36% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 29% | 22.82% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 53% | 37.36% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 5% | 3.64% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 5.82% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 1.55% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 1.18% | 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 | 33.13 | 37.9 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 31.03 | 38.51 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 23.10% | 27.13% | 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 | 43 | 114 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 56% | 71.25% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 2.13% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 15% | 13% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 9% | 7.5% | 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 | 39.31 | 41.73 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 40.7 | 42.36 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 31.6% | 33.8% | 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 | 60 | 101 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 58% | 76.13% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 1.63% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 15% | 7.88% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 12% | 8.63% | 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 | 29.52 6 | 36.42 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 28.80 9 | 36.77 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 11.1% | 25.86% | 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 | 122 | 94 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 57% | 66.43% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 4.57% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 19% | 15.43% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 11% | 5.86% | 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 | 23.56 3 | 36.75 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 19.62 14 | 36.58 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 1.9% | 25.67% | 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 | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 0% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 0% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 0% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 5.43% | 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 | 26.13 | 33.18 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.33 | 34.03 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 11.6% | 23.81% | 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 | - | 0 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 25 | 11.86% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 1.86% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 28% | 12.57% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 6.43% | 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 | 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 |
Students Teachers
16 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Raynes Park High School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1