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Sir Roger Manwood's School
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- Sandwich CT13 9JX
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Outstanding |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
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Academic Progress: Pupils work hard to meet high expectations and enjoy their learning.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are positive role models and respectful.
Current Educational Practices: Specialist subject knowledge used to explain new information and explore understanding.
Strengths and Challenges: Enthusiastic class discussions and recalled past knowledge.
Opportunities for Involvement: Trips accessible for all, including disadvantaged and SEND pupils.
Communication: Clear strategy to support reading and writing skills.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders listen to staff views and make changes to reduce workload.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Implemented clear strategies for curriculum and PSHE planning.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Effective systems in place to deal with bullying if it occurs.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Embedded culture of safeguarding and referrals for at-risk pupils.
Extracurricular Offerings: Range of clubs and leadership skills developed through Duke of Edinburgh鈥檚 Award.
Career Counselling Services: High quality and independent careers advice available.
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Sir Roger Manwood's School is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Kent, South East.
It has 1009 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.
At this school, 78% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
95.60% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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They are supported and encouraged to participate in the many extracurricular activities available, which will help them attain their maximum academic potential.
The extensive selection of curriculum and extracurricular opportunities given reflect the goals and spirit of the school.
Most Year 11 pupils continue on to the sixth form, and the majority of them go on to prestigious universities in the UK (including Russell Group and Oxbridge) and other parts of the world.
At Manwood's, boarding facilities are available for both boys and girls, and their existence contributes to the establishment of the unique family ethos and strong sense of community that characterise this place.
All parents are automatically members of the Friends of Manwood, which makes a significant financial contribution to the school as well as a variety of other contributions through its active calendar of social events.
Another illustration of the school community's dedication to the life and welfare of the institution is this.
The Old Manwoodian Association, which is open to alumni, is growing stronger every year.
We strive to offer all students at Sir Roger Manwood's School a broad curriculum that is balanced, pertinent, interesting, and challenging.
The pupils at the school uphold excellent standards of conduct and show a great deal of dedication to the institution.
Both in the academic curriculum and the extracurricular activities offered by the school, students have several chances to acquire the talents and character traits that will benefit them in their future endeavours.
The school places a high priority on fostering each student's welfare and personal development through the pastoral system of Form Tutors, Year Heads, SENCO, and Assistant Head Pastoral.
Senior staff members may also have student welfare as one of their primary responsibilities.
Sixth Formers are encouraged to assist Junior classes in a variety of ways, and Years 7 and 8 have a "buddying" system in place.
To watch videos of daily life at Sir Roger Manwood's, click the links below.
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The extensive selection of curriculum and extracurricular opportunities given reflect the goals and spirit of the school.
Most Year 11 pupils continue on to the sixth form, and the majority of them go on to prestigious universities in the UK (including Russell Group and Oxbridge) and other parts of the world.
At Manwood's, boarding facilities are available for both boys and girls, and their existence contributes to the establishment of the unique family ethos and strong sense of community that characterise this place.
All parents are automatically members of the Friends of Manwood, which makes a significant financial contribution to the school as well as a variety of other contributions through its active calendar of social events.
Another illustration of the school community's dedication to the life and welfare of the institution is this.
The Old Manwoodian Association, which is open to alumni, is growing stronger every year.
We strive to offer all students at Sir Roger Manwood's School a broad curriculum that is balanced, pertinent, interesting, and challenging.
The pupils at the school uphold excellent standards of conduct and show a great deal of dedication to the institution.
Both in the academic curriculum and the extracurricular activities offered by the school, students have several chances to acquire the talents and character traits that will benefit them in their future endeavours.
The school places a high priority on fostering each student's welfare and personal development through the pastoral system of Form Tutors, Year Heads, SENCO, and Assistant Head Pastoral.
Senior staff members may also have student welfare as one of their primary responsibilities.
Sixth Formers are encouraged to assist Junior classes in a variety of ways, and Years 7 and 8 have a "buddying" system in place.
To watch videos of daily life at Sir Roger Manwood's, click the links below.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
B-
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B-
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C+
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Requires Improvement |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 18.1 | - | 15.6 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 78% | 98% | 19% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 21.30% | 35.00% | - |
| 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 | -0.24 | 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 | 60.0 | 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 | 78% | 27.56% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 95% | 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 | 82% | 22.68% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 45% | 11.21% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 65% | 15.49% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.64 | 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 | 98% | 92.84% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 152 | 136 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 94% | 87.37% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 14% | 23.94% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 79% | 48.66% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.42% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 14.49% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 2.16% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 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 | 0.05 | 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 | 67 | 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 | 86% | 30.86% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 97% | 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 | 75% | 24.39% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 60% | 14.21% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 70% | 17.9% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 6.31 | 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 | 99% | 93.79% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 156 | 132 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 99% | 90.53% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 8% | 25.23% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 88% | 49.41% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 1% | 0.32% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 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 | 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 | 63.3 | 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 | 83% 3 | 30.06% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 95% | 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 | 75% | 28.79% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 46% 9 | 13.95% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 64% 6 | 19.27% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.92 | 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 | 98% | 90.87% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 130 | 123 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 95% | 85.71% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 8% | 24.06% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 85% | 48.32% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.21% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 13.22% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 2.6% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 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 | 0.04 | 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 | 66 | 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 | 86% 3 | 29.06% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 95% 3 | 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 | 79% | 26.38% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 55% 10 | 13.75% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 70% 2 | 18.54% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 6.29 | 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 | 98% | 90.17% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 130 | 124 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 97% | 76.36% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 6% | 21.34% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 91% | 50.18% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.06% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 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 | 0.04 | 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 | 63.9 | 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 | 89% | 28.56% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 98% | 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 | 76% | 26.37% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 65% | 16.77% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 68% | 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 | 99% | 85.02% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 129 | 124 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 47.31% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 21.95% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 88% | 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% |
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 | 35.97 | 27.11 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 35.93 | 25.17 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 21.30% | 9.02% | 13.67% |
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| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 115 | 141 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 60% | 55.45% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 2% | 5.31% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 22% | 26.06% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 9.04% | 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 | 39.13 | 29.7 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 38.99 | 27.3 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 23.8% | 12.32% | 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 | 115 | 161 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 69% | 56.64% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 3% | 4.49% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 17% | 21.66% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 10% | 11.73% | 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 | 34.32 | 25.81 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 34.59 2 | 23.49 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 16.8% | 9.72% | 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 | 127 | 139 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 75% | 51.8% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 1% | 6.29% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 15% | 26.13% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 8.98% | 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 | 34.43 1 | 27.09 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.99 5 | 25.72 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 22.4% | 10.62% | 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 | 6 | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 22.23% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 4.73% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 19.6% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 4% | 4.4% | 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 | 35.16 | 24.89 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 37.37 | 24.28 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 22.0% | 9.87% | 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 | - | 1 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 20 | 27.54% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 3% | 6.2% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 15% | 25.49% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 4.42% | 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 - 29th Aug 2025 |
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| 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
18 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Sir Roger Manwood's School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1