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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Academic Progress: Pupils make good progress from low starting points due to effective teaching.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils usually behave well during lessons and around the school.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Staff provide exemplary care, with additional support helping some pupils make better progress than peers.
Teacher Engagement: Staff share the headteacher's vision and work tirelessly towards pupils' success.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Good and sometimes outstanding teaching helps pupils make good progress.
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: Staff know pupils well and plan suitable learning; however, teachers need to better manage pupil movement between activities.
Communication with Parents: Leaders maintain close contact with parents, especially regarding pupils attending alternative provision.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents are overwhelmingly confident that pupils are safe and happy at school.
Opportunities for Parent Involvement: Parents can get involved through events like the school鈥檚 breakfast club and celebrations.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders take concerns seriously and work with external agencies to support pupils.
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: Leaders have made considerable improvements since the last inspection, focusing on raising teaching quality and expanding curriculum.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: Consistent application of policies keeps pupils safe and boosts confidence.
Behaviour and Attitudes of Pupils: Pupils understand the importance of respect and usually behave well.
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: The school's work to promote personal development and welfare is outstanding.
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: The school offers a range of after-school activities including sports and music.
Balancing Academics with Extracurriculars: Pupils engage well in extracurricular activities which supports holistic development.
Outdoor Facilities: Physical education includes activities such as archery and trampoline skills.
Career Counselling Services: The personal and social education program includes helpful careers advice and guidance.
Preparation for Next Key Stage: Good preparation results in a high percentage of Year 11 pupils moving to further education or apprenticeships.
Support for SEND: Staff understand pupils' needs well, providing appropriate provisions immediately upon joining.
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About Us
Rowhill School is a All-through, Co-Ed school located in Kent, South East.
It has 164 students from age 5-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 5 : 1.
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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We appreciate you visiting our website. The purpose is to offer the reader a sense of the school's personality, the things we do, and how we do them. As a designated special school for students with a range of learning and behavioural needs we have to provide for a wide range and inter-linking SEN. Currently, we offer provision from the age of 5 through to 18, divided into the traditional phases of Primary (5-11), key stage 3 (11-14, key stage 4 (14-16). However, there are plans to reorganise this structure in September 2019 to offer more flexibility and capacity. As a Kent special school we obviously prioritise students from the north-west districts of Dartford, Gravesham and Sevenoaks but we occasionally offer places beyond this area when capacity allows. We work closely with our partner schools within the Kent SEN Cooperative Trust which helps support, develop and innovate provision that aims to meet the expanding need within the future context of SEN. On the pages and links below, we hope you will be able to locate the information you need. Nothing, however, can substitute for visiting and witnessing our particular school "in action." We take great satisfaction in our ability to operate in partnerships and collaboratively, and we welcome visitors from all walks of life. You will be warmly welcomed into a cheerful and encouraging environment, so please explore our website and come meet us (please make an appointment).
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Primary Exam Result
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | - | 99 | 97 |
| Reading | - | 100 | 98 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 0% | 57.52% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 8.01% | 7.42% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -12.5 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -12.1 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -13.2 | Well Below Average |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 95 4 | 98 | 96 |
| Reading | 98 1 | 98 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 0% | 64.16% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 11.56% | 9.72% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -14.6 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -3.3 | Below Average |
| Maths | -17.0 | Well Below Average |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 91 2 | 96 | 94 |
| Reading | 97 1 | 98 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 0% | 62.72% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 10.3% | 9.16% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -10.4 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -9.5 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -11.4 | Well Below Average |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 89 | 94 | 93 |
| Reading | 98 | 95 | 93 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 0% | 59.13% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 8.77% | 8.19% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -3.6 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -13.5 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -9.5 | Well Below Average |
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 | -2.55 | 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 | 1.7 | 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% | 27.56% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 39.45% | 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% | 22.68% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 11.21% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 15.49% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.09 | 2.56 | 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 | 66% | 92.84% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 32 | 136 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 56% | 87.37% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 38% | 23.94% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 48.66% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.42% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 19% | 14.49% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 2.16% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 6% | 3.38% | 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 | -2.82 | 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 | 1.3 | 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% | 30.86% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 41.56% | 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% | 24.39% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 14.21% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 17.9% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.08 | 2.78 | 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 | 65% | 93.79% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 17 | 132 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 65% | 90.53% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 24% | 25.23% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 49.41% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.32% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 41% | 15.64% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 1.42% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 1.76% | 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 | -2.13 | 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 | 2.8 | 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 | 0% | 30.06% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 42.83% | 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% | 28.79% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 13.95% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 19.27% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.2 | 2.86 | 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 | 67% | 90.87% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 15 | 123 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 67% | 85.71% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 20% | 24.06% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 48.32% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.21% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 47% | 13.22% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 2.6% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 2.64% | 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 | -1.58 | 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 | 6.4 | 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% | 29.06% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 41.45% | 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% | 26.38% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 13.75% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 18.54% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.38 | 2.81 | 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% | 90.17% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 11 | 124 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 73% | 76.36% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 21.34% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | - | 50.18% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.06% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | 45% | 11.51% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 1.83% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.64% | 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 | -1.57 | 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% | 28.56% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 40.73% | 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% | 26.37% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 16.77% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 18.05% | 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 | 47% | 85.02% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 17 | 124 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 47.31% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 35% | 21.95% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | - | 49.32% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.09% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 7.48% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3.15% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.98% | 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 |
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
5 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Rowhill School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1