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Royal Alexandra and Albert School - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)

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The quality of education Good
Behaviour and attitudes Good
Personal development Outstanding
Leadership and management Good
Sixth-form provision Good
Previous inspection grade Requires Improvement
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Academic Progress: Pupils perform well in national curriculum tests and GCSEs due to a robust curriculum.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils have positive relationships with staff and feel safe.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Effective action taken to support struggling readers with a robust phonics programme.
Teacher Engagement: Staff give clear explanations supported by expert subject knowledge.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Precise teaching now supports current pupils in doing well.
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: Training has begun to provide staff with knowledge; some inconsistencies remain.
Opportunities for Parent Involvement: Parents can give feedback through Ofsted Parent View.
Communication with Parents: School meets the requirements to provide information about education and apprenticeships.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders act rapidly to ensure all students are supported.
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: Leaders identify steps to move the school forward and evaluate their impact.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: Past bullying effectively dealt with; pupils report feeling safe.
Behaviour and Attitudes of Pupils: Pupils engage positively and feel their concerns are addressed.
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: Effective pastoral support for pupils' welfare and well-being.
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: Wide variety of clubs including sports, creative writing, art, and gardening.
Balancing Academics with Extracurriculars: Pupils benefit from opportunities to develop skills outside lessons.
Career Counselling Services: Well-developed careers programme bespoke to students’ needs.
Preparation for Next Key Stage: Curriculum supports pupils in building effective knowledge over time.
Support for SEND: More work needed to ensure consistent support for SEND pupils.
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Royal Alexandra and Albert School is a All-through, Co-Ed school located in Greater London, London.

It has 1055 students from age 7-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 14 : 1.

At this school, 53% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.

97.90% of pupils completing their main study programme.

This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.

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The Royal Alexandra and Albert School's boarding programme establishes the character of the institution and significantly enhances the overall pastoral care and personal growth of every student. According to research, boarding can significantly contribute to the provision of rich experiences to develop the soft skills required for well-rounded people to have meaningful and enriching lives. Additionally, boarding improves performance in the arts, sports, music, and other disciplines by having more immediate and noticeable impacts. Within the close-knit boarding house community, our boarding ethos supports the success and wellbeing of the individual.
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Croydon RH2 0TD
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Croydon KT20 5RU
Phase of Education All-through All-through
Type Local Authority Maintained Schools Local Authority Maintained Schools
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Ofset report Good Outstanding
Age range 7-18 1-19
Gender Co-Ed Co-Ed
Student teacher ratio 14.3 2.3
Proficient Math 103 -
Proficient Read 104 -
Grade 5 or above GCSE 53% -
Grade 5 or above A Level 6.20% -
Day Fees - -
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Royal Alexandra and Albert School Reviews
2 (4 reviews)
Poor academic standards, behavioural issues rife which disrupts many lessons, staff retention poor. Quality of extra curricular programme isn’t great. Ground and facilities are beautiful but don’t be fooled by this and the new website! There are far better state schools with no fees! We have pulled our kids out.
Strengths include the co-curricular programme although there are often cancellations and quality of some clubs is very poor. The grounds are beautiful and there’s a good range of facilities (poor on site although our kids say it is filthy). Children definitely develop a confidence and independence from being at this school. Weaknesses include the quality of teaching which is poor, lots of turnover of staff, significant behavioural problems which disrupt lessons, poor academic standards. The...
Bullying, gang mentality, lack of discipline. Weak school leadership. Contant violent fights. Most kids are always frightened
Great.It has Cadets,Horse Riding and awesome schooling.I am a pupil there so I should know.And it is so much better that that pile of got reeds school.
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 103 98 97
Reading 104 99 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 67% 59.55% 55.96%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 5% 9.25% 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 -0.3 Average
Writing 0.3 Average
Maths -1.1 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 104 1 93 96
Reading 104 93 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 65% 7 61.81% 60.44%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 7% 3 11.82% 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 0.1 Average
Writing 0.4 Average
Maths -1.3 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 105 2 95 94
Reading 104 96 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 58% 9 63.33% 59.51%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 4% 2 11.19% 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 -1.4 Below Average
Writing -0.4 Below Average
Maths -1.1 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 103 94 93
Reading 104 94 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 67% 61.56% 56.29%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 6% 11.6% 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 -0.1 Average
Writing -1.7 Below Average
Maths -1.4 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 0.06 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 51.7 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 53% 27.54% 30.03%
Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs 78% 37.51% 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 47% 19.8% 25.06%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above 23% 9.78% 10.91%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above 33% 13.68% 15.51%
EBacc average points score 4.73 2.76 2.83

Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – 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% 86.44% 90.53%
Total number of pupils included in destination measures 156 139 144
Pupils staying in education 91% 81.23% 84.16%
Further education college or other further education provider 11% 25.93% 32.73%
School sixth forms 56% 20.25% 29.8%
Sixth form colleges 20% 22.67% 10.22%
Other education destinations 4% 12.38% 11.43%
Pupils in apprenticeships 3% 1.96% 2.8%
Pupils staying in employment 1% 3.23% 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 0.17 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 52.3 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 54% 29.83% 32.85%
Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs 75% 39.76% 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 46% 19.04% 24.94%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above 21% 11.05% 13.02%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above 28% 14.12% 17.19%
EBacc average points score 4.65 2.81 2.97

Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – 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 89% 87.57% 90.4%
Total number of pupils included in destination measures 149 139 141
Pupils staying in education 87% 84.58% 86.29%
Further education college or other further education provider 16% 26.68% 34.03%
School sixth forms 45% 21.21% 30.82%
Sixth form colleges 26% 22.76% 10.38%
Other education destinations 1% 14% 11.08%
Pupils in apprenticeships 1% 1.44% 1.99%
Pupils staying in employment 1% 1.53% 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 0.44 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 51.8 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 51% 3 26.78% 29.3%
Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs 79% 6 38.69% 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 50% 21.78% 25.8%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above 18% 7 10.24% 11.47%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above 31% 3 14.45% 16.49%
EBacc average points score 4.69 2.72 2.88

Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – 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 89% 85.52% 90.2%
Total number of pupils included in destination measures 152 133 135
Pupils staying in education 86% 80.18% 84.08%
Further education college or other further education provider 43% 39.61% 33.25%
School sixth forms 36% 20.18% 31.27%
Sixth form colleges 5% 7.27% 8.45%
Other education destinations 2% 13.21% 11.14%
Pupils in apprenticeships 1% 2.66% 3.4%
Pupils staying in employment 2% 2.54% 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 0.03 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 51.4 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 54% 10 27.06% 29.22%
Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs 73% 3 37.83% 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 47% 21.13% 24.73%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above 25% 1 10.6% 11.33%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above 34% 7 14.41% 16.01%
EBacc average points score 4.73 2.74 2.84

Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – 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% 80.83% 84.87%
Total number of pupils included in destination measures 145 148 140
Pupils staying in education 88% 71.05% 73.88%
Further education college or other further education provider 20% 20.97% 28.31%
School sixth forms 30% 21.97% 31.6%
Sixth form colleges 34% 24.32% 9.08%
Other education destinations 3% 3.27% 5.87%
Pupils in apprenticeships 2% 2.41% 2.96%
Pupils staying in employment 2% 2.49% 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 0.21 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 48.4 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% 26.87% 29.55%
Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs 76% 38.25% 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 45% 20.75% 25.25%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above 24% 12.34% 14.71%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above 27% 13.62% 16.26%
EBacc average points score - - -

Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – 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% 79.49% 85.29%
Total number of pupils included in destination measures 146 151 145
Pupils staying in education 90% 60.96% 58.19%
Further education college or other further education provider - 22.49% 30.58%
School sixth forms 36% 23.09% 32.22%
Sixth form colleges 36% 21.56% 8.95%
Other education destinations - 1.49% 5.7%
Pupils in apprenticeships 3% 3.31% 4.78%
Pupils staying in employment 3% 2.8% 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 28.48 35.78 30.01
Average grade C - -
Average points (Best 3) 29.69 35.28 29.57
Average Grade (Best 3) C - -
AAB or higher 6.20% 20.72% 13.67%

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Students destinations School LA England
Number of students 101 259 201
Students staying in education 51% 59.55% 58.58%
Students entering apprenticeships 2% 4.12% 6.08%
Students entering employment 17% 23.48% 21.16%
Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study 7% 8.58% 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 31.73 38.77 33.41
Average grade C+ - -
Average points (Best 3) 34.59 37.83 32.47
Average Grade (Best 3) C+ - -
AAB or higher 8.2% 25.63% 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 92 278 248
Students staying in education 71% 57.88% 60.67%
Students entering apprenticeships 0% 3.73% 5%
Students entering employment 8% 21.55% 17.73%
Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study 11% 9.48% 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 31.23 1 35.01 29.39
Average grade C - -
Average points (Best 3) 33.66 33.8 28.64
Average Grade (Best 3) C+ - -
AAB or higher 6.5% 19.79% 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 76 247 232
Students staying in education 75% 55.25% 57.31%
Students entering apprenticeships 0% 6.03% 7.77%
Students entering employment 8% 26.81% 20.99%
Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study 8% 8.44% 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 30.77 1 33.27 29.03
Average grade C - -
Average points (Best 3) 33.10 2 33.23 28.82
Average Grade (Best 3) C+ - -
AAB or higher 8.6% 20.13% 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 - 4 3
Students staying in education - 41.65% 31.5%
Students entering apprenticeships - 4.03% 5.54%
Students entering employment - 20.45% 15.81%
Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study - 3.61% 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 31.89 33.03 26.73
Average grade C+ - -
Average points (Best 3) 35.23 33.31 27.73
Average Grade (Best 3) B- - -
AAB or higher 15.5% 18.73% 12.64%

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Students destinations School LA England
Number of students - 0 3
Students staying in education - 36.56% 36.26%
Students entering apprenticeships - 5.67% 6.37%
Students entering employment - 25.41% 20.03%
Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study - 3.26% 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 23rd Jul 2025 - 2nd Sep 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
14 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Royal Alexandra and Albert School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1

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