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Towers School and Sixth Form Centre
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- Kennington TN24 9AL
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Requires Improvement |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Requires Improvement |
| 16 to 19 study programmes | Good |
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Behaviour and Attitudes: Standards of behaviour have risen and are consistently good
Academic Progress: Pupils currently in key stage 4 are not on track to achieve as well as they should by the time they leave the school
Qualifications and Training: Teachers鈥� professional development is enhancing the quality of teaching
Current Educational Practices: Useful work with other local schools supports this aspect of school improvement successfully
Strengths and Challenges: Teachers expect more from their pupils; some lack subject expertise
Opportunities for Involvement: Leaders鈥� expectations are supported by the majority of parents
Communication: Parents commented favourably on improvements and support provided
Parent Satisfaction: Increased evidence of parental confidence
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders ensure that there is a rich choice of extra-curricular clubs and activities
Actions for Quality Improvement: Strong leadership with clear and thoughtful approach to staff training
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying is rare and dealt with effectively when it occurs
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Staff are caring, confident and diligent in safeguarding duties
Extracurricular Offerings: Rich choice of extra-curricular clubs and activities
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Activities help pupils to learn better than in the past
Outdoor Facilities: Trophies displayed for various competitions won by pupils
Preparation for Sixth Form: Sixth-form students make good progress and achieve well
Career Counselling Services: Careers guidance and advice provided; some feel not timely enough
Managing and Supporting SEND: Strong progress for pupils with SEND; ongoing efforts to improve attendance
Subjects Offered: Curriculum meets pupils鈥� needs successfully; limited computing-related subjects
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About Us
Towers School and Sixth Form Centre is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Kent, South East.
It has 1529 students from age 11-19 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 14 : 1.
At this school, 28% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
84.20% 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 | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
B-
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B-
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B-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-19 | 11-16 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Boys |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 14.3 | 15.1 | 19 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 28% | 48% | 87% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 0.00% | - | 11.80% |
| 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 | -0.15 | 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 | 40.7 | 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 | 28% | 27.56% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 60% | 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 | 70% | 22.68% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 10% | 11.21% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 20% | 15.49% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.66 | 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 | 95% | 92.84% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 167 | 136 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 85% | 87.37% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 31% | 23.94% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 53% | 48.66% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.42% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 14.49% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 2.16% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 7% | 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 | -0.12 | 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 | 43.6 | 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 | 43% | 30.86% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 64% | 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 | 81% | 24.39% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 21% | 14.21% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 34% | 17.9% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.98 | 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 | 96% | 93.79% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 151 | 132 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 87% | 90.53% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 32% | 25.23% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 54% | 49.41% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 1% | 0.32% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 15.64% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 1.42% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 7% | 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 | -0.5 | 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 | 36.3 | 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 | 26% 1 | 30.06% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 47% 5 | 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 | 66% | 28.79% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 3% 1 | 13.95% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 14% 12 | 19.27% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.13 | 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 | 163 | 123 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 87% | 85.71% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 28% | 24.06% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 59% | 48.32% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.21% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 13.22% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 2.6% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 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 | -0.38 | 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 | 35.7 | 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 | 25% 1 | 29.06% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 42% 8 | 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 | 9% | 26.38% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 2% 7 | 13.75% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 2% 8 | 18.54% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 2.94 | 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 | 93% | 90.17% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 195 | 124 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 83% | 76.36% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 23% | 21.34% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 59% | 50.18% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.06% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 11.51% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 1.83% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 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 | -0.41 | 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 | 39.1 | 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 | 26% | 28.56% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 50% | 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 | 32% | 26.37% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 9% | 16.77% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 10% | 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 | 96% | 85.02% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 231 | 124 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 89% | 47.31% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 26% | 21.95% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 62% | 49.32% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.09% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 7.48% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 8% | 3.15% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 7% | 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 | 21.19 | 27.11 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | D | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 17.62 | 25.17 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.00% | 9.02% | 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 | 65 | 141 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 35% | 55.45% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 5.31% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 41% | 26.06% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 14% | 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 | 17.45 | 29.7 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | D- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 15 | 27.3 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 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 | 79 | 161 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 27% | 56.64% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 8% | 4.49% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 40% | 21.66% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 23% | 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 | 30.72 5 | 25.81 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 25.00 1 | 23.49 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 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 | 133 | 139 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 25% | 51.8% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 7% | 6.29% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 62% | 26.13% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 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 | 25.46 5 | 27.09 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 26.97 16 | 25.72 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 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 | - | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 45 | 22.23% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 4.73% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 46% | 19.6% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 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 | 20 | 24.89 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | D | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 10.33 | 24.28 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | E | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 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 | 34 | 27.54% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 9% | 6.2% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 44% | 25.49% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 4.42% | 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
14 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Towers School and Sixth Form Centre
Local authority ratio 18 : 1