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Robert Clack School
- 2.2 (5 reviews)
- All-through
- Barking and Dagenham RM8 1JU
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Sixth-form provision | Outstanding |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
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Academic Progress: Pupils achieve well and are well-prepared for the next stage.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Behaviour is exceptional, with positive attitudes towards learning.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Regular checks ensure pupils who fall behind are supported to catch up quickly.
Teacher Engagement: Leaders have provided training and guidance for staff. Teachers have strong subject knowledge.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Teachers explain ideas precisely; however, some inconsistency in addressing misconceptions.
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: High subject expertise in the sixth form; inconsistency in addressing misconceptions noted.
Opportunities for Parent Involvement: Parents can use Ofsted Parent View to give opinions and find out others鈥� thoughts.
Communication with Parents: Parents and carers are extremely positive about the school.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents are extremely positive about the school鈥檚 impact on their children.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders work constructively to identify and overcome barriers to attending school.
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: Well-managed expansion; strong leadership vision. High ambition maintained.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: Strong culture of inclusion and mutual respect. Pupils feel safe and well-supported.
Behaviour and Attitudes of Pupils: Pupils demonstrate high self-regulation and integrity.
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: Support for pupils' wider personal development is exemplary.
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: Pupils access a vast array of experiences, such as cricket, dance, music, and debating.
Balancing Academics with Extracurriculars: Attendance and participation in enrichment activities in addition to academics is very strong.
Career Counselling Services: Varied and interesting careers program. Volunteering opportunities, visits, and experiences.
Preparation for Next Key Stage: Students are well-supported into their next stage.
Support for SEND: Pupils with SEND identified quickly and supported with tailored strategies.
Subjects Offered: Broad range of subjects and qualifications to suit ambitions and goals.
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About Us
Robert Clack School is a All-through, Co-Ed school located in Greater London, London.
It has 2900 students from age 3-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1.
At this school, 48% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
100.00% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Our aim is to provide an outstanding holistic education that will ensure the young people of the Robert Clack School community are equipped with the knowledge, skills and attributes necessary to fulfil their potential and make a valuable contribution to society. The teaching and support staff who work at our school are completely committed to delivering an outstanding holistic education to our pupils in order that they become the best people they can be. We believe in our pupils, and we are determined to ensure that they believe in themselves by embracing the original school motto: 'forti difficile nihil' - 'for the brave, nothing is difficult'. At Robert Clack, we live by a set of principles that guide our behaviour and have a beneficial impact on the kids. Give students the skills to recognise right from wrong and to respect English civil and criminal law. Encourage pupils to accept responsibility for their behaviour, show initiative and understand how they can contribute positively to the lives of those living and working in the locality in which the school is situated, and to society more widely. Ensure that students gain a thorough understanding of and respect for England's public institutions and services. Further tolerance and harmony between different cultural traditions by enabling pupils to acquire an appreciation of and respect for their own cultures. These values are promoted through our daily tutor time, Skills for Life, PSHE, Enrichment Days, Thoughts for the day, Assembly Programme and embedded within the general ethos of our school community.
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| Phase of Education | All-through | All-through | All-through |
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| Type | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools |
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 3-18 | 3-19 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 16.8 | 17.3 | 11.1 |
| Proficient Math | - | 102 | - |
| Proficient Read | - | 106 | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 48% | 32% | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 30.40% | - | - |
| 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 | 0.11 | 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 | 50.5 | 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 | 48% | 41.58% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 66% | 54.95% | 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 | 9% | 37.63% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 4% | 16.16% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 5% | 22.95% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.06 | 3.48 | 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 | 93% | 93.13% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 353 | 185 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 92% | 91.67% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 35% | 34.87% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 56% | 43.13% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 1% | 5.07% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 8.53% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 0.6% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 1% | 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 | -0.14 | 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 | 49.9 | 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 | 48% | 38.16% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 68% | 50.42% | 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 | 15% | 38.95% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 8% | 17.58% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 10% | 24.58% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.25 | 3.28 | 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 | 97% | 87.46% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 331 | 192 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 95% | 86.54% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 20% | 33.08% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 74% | 39.69% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 1% | 4.92% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 8.92% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 0.46% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 0.46% | 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 | -0.12 | 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 | 45.8 | 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 | 39% 5 | 28.82% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 61% 5 | 41.76% | 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 | 68% | 23.24% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 20% 3 | 9.82% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 32% 1 | 14.12% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.2 | 2.63 | 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% | 94.27% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 267 | 194 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 91.45% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 23% | 25.91% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 63% | 50.18% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 5% | 6% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | SP | 9.36% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 1.36% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 1.36% | 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 | -0.19 | 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 | 46.4 | 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 | 44% | 30.47% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 66% 2 | 44.87% | 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 | 62% | 25.8% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 17% 15 | 9.87% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 33% 5 | 15.2% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.21 | 2.95 | 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 | 95% | 93.1% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 275 | 211 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 80.5% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 21% | 26.9% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 67% | 46.9% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 4% | 3% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 0.1% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 0.8% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 0.6% | 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 | 0.11 | 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 | 47.4 | 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 | 44% | 32.67% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 68% | 46.47% | 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 | 49% | 22.6% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 32% | 13.6% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 38% | 16.27% | 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 | 93% | 94.5% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 277 | 212 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 82.6% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 24% | 30.3% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 64% | 45.4% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 3% | 2.6% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 10% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 3.7% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 1.9% | 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 | 37.01 | 31.02 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 37.72 | 31.02 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 30.40% | 11.13% | 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 | 152 | 171 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 72% | 75.5% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 3.2% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 9% | 9.3% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 7.9% | 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 | 36.38 | 29.56 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 36.97 | 29.86 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 28.3% | 10.87% | 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 | 163 | 211 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 74% | 74.09% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 2% | 2.82% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 10% | 8.45% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 10% | 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 | 31.55 3 | 27.3 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 34.71 | 28.23 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 21.4% | 7.37% | 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 | 175 | 244 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 55% | 60.7% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 7% | 6.5% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 18% | 16.8% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 13% | 10.2% | 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 | 34.26 3 | 27.53 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 34.01 1 | 28.54 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 18.0% | 6.42% | 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 | 9 | 7 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 25 | 22.6% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 9% | 4.1% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 17% | 12% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 9% | 3.9% | 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 | 31.48 | 20.27 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 35.39 | 20.52 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 18.5% | 5.2% | 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 | 11 | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 32 | 20.4% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 8% | 5.8% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 21% | 13.8% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 5.8% | 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 | 24th 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 - 23rd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
16 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Robert Clack School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1