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The Urswick School - A Church of England Secondary School
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- Hackney E9 6NR
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
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Academic Progress: Pupils attend well and value the opportunities to develop their knowledge and experience.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well and have a positive attitude towards learning.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers have strong subject knowledge and receive regular professional development.
Current Educational Practices: Teachers deliver content clearly and make necessary adjustments for pupil needs.
Strengths and Challenges: In a few subjects, lack of specialist teachers leads to inconsistent learning experiences.
Opportunities for Involvement: Pupils are proud of opportunities to contribute, such as sixth form students mentoring younger pupils.
Communication: The 鈥楿rswick Parents鈥� role provides trusted adults for pupils to share concerns.
Parent Satisfaction: Leaders act with care to meet pupils鈥� needs, ensuring they feel happy and supported.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: High standards of behaviour are swiftly enforced, ensuring learning is not disrupted.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders have improved punctuality and broadened the curriculum offer since the last inspection.
Managing Bullying and Safety: The school has a clear system to handle behaviour and serious incidents swiftly.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Pupils feel safe and well accepted by others.
Extracurricular Offerings: A range of additional clubs and activities like volleyball and charity club.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Pupils are provided opportunities to develop independence and healthy lifestyles.
Career Counselling Services: Pupils benefit from guidance on their next steps, including a helpful careers fair.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Sixth form pupils receive advice to develop financial skills and independence.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Pupils with SEND are provided with specialized resources to support their learning.
Subjects Offered: The curriculum includes a full range of subjects throughout Years 7 to 9, with an emphasis on the English Baccalaureate suite in Years 10 and 11.
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The Urswick School - A Church of England Secondary School is a Secondary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Greater London, London.
It has 831 students from age 11-19 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 14 : 1.
At this school, 37% 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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I'm happy to welcome you to The Urswick School's website. This mixed secondary school is located right in the middle of Hackney.
Given that we are commemorating the school's 500th birthday, this is a really significant year.
On the location of what is now a betting store on Mare Street, Christopher Urswick, Rector of Hackney, established a free school in his rectory in 1520.
The school, which for many years went by the name Hackney Free and Parochial, finally found a single location on Paragon Road, where we are presently.
Our school has grown and currently has 180 spaces available for students in grades 7 through 11, along with a very successful Sixth Form.
We changed the school's name in September 2011 to Christopher Urswick in honour of our founder.
Not only a school for Christians, we are a Christian institution.
I have been the school's headteacher for 12 years.
The school's leadership and management have consistently received an Outstanding rating from OFSTED.
Come to The Urswick School if you want to provide your child with an education in a nurturing setting that emphasises success.
Our pupils' behaviour was lauded by OFSTED, who also noted how the school efficiently addresses the infrequent cases of bullying.
I sincerely hope you will come visit our school if you currently have a child in Year 5 or Year 6 of a primary school to learn more.
Without an appointment, any parent or caretaker is invited to attend the headteacher's surgery on Mondays from 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. during the school year.
You have the chance to speak with Mr. Brown about any issues or inquiries you may have on a first-come, first-served basis.
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Given that we are commemorating the school's 500th birthday, this is a really significant year.
On the location of what is now a betting store on Mare Street, Christopher Urswick, Rector of Hackney, established a free school in his rectory in 1520.
The school, which for many years went by the name Hackney Free and Parochial, finally found a single location on Paragon Road, where we are presently.
Our school has grown and currently has 180 spaces available for students in grades 7 through 11, along with a very successful Sixth Form.
We changed the school's name in September 2011 to Christopher Urswick in honour of our founder.
Not only a school for Christians, we are a Christian institution.
I have been the school's headteacher for 12 years.
The school's leadership and management have consistently received an Outstanding rating from OFSTED.
Come to The Urswick School if you want to provide your child with an education in a nurturing setting that emphasises success.
Our pupils' behaviour was lauded by OFSTED, who also noted how the school efficiently addresses the infrequent cases of bullying.
I sincerely hope you will come visit our school if you currently have a child in Year 5 or Year 6 of a primary school to learn more.
Without an appointment, any parent or caretaker is invited to attend the headteacher's surgery on Mondays from 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. during the school year.
You have the chance to speak with Mr. Brown about any issues or inquiries you may have on a first-come, first-served basis.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
B+
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A
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B-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-19 | 11-19 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Girls |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 14.7 | - | 9.8 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 37% | 34% | 73% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 4.50% | - | - |
| 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 | 0.09 | 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 | 44.3 | 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 | 37% | 39.23% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 58% | 51.77% | 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 | 67% | 36% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 16% | 18.43% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 29% | 24.4% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.83 | 3.11 | 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 | 94% | 95.5% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 143 | 124 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 94.19% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 29% | 25.69% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 53% | 42.13% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 8% | 7.63% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 18.75% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 0.5% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 0.94% | 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 | -0.71 | 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 | 41.5 | 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 | 36% | 43.34% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 64% | 56.59% | 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 | 67% | 39.1% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 15% | 14.1% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 29% | 20.07% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.71 | 3.07 | 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 | 91% | 87.47% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 141 | 124 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 89% | 86.73% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 22% | 21.07% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 54% | 47.47% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 13% | 7.2% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 11.27% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 0.4% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 0.6% | 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 | -0.1 | 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 | 43.1 | 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 | 33% 7 | 35.32% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 54% 6 | 48% | 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 | 73% | 32.07% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 18% 4 | 12.96% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 37% 11 | 18.89% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.77 | 2.79 | 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 | 97% | 95.29% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 134 | 119 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 95% | 94% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 31% | 27.21% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 47% | 41.79% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 17% | 6.36% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 18.57% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 0.5% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 1% | 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 | -0.39 | 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 | 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 | 33.12% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 48% 3 | 45.23% | 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 | 63% | 27.88% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 14% 7 | 10.19% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 26% 3 | 15.54% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.49 | 2.54 | 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 | 89% | 87.54% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 123 | 128 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 88% | 71.46% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 33% | 28.69% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 39% | 38.62% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 2.08% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 10.77% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 0.15% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 0.15% | 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 | 0.17 | 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 | 43.2 | 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% | 33.83% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 51% | 47.21% | 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 | 38% | 28.67% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 21% | 15.75% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 29% | 17.92% | 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 | 92% | 85.23% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 93 | 121 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 13.92% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 35% | 21.92% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 45% | 36.77% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 1.92% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 4.38% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 1% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 0.38% | 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 | 27.56 | 31.03 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 28.79 | 30.59 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 4.50% | 9.18% | 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 | 46 | 98 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 76% | 67% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 9% | 3.6% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 4% | 11.2% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 4% | 8.2% | 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 | 31.09 | 34.4 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 31.54 | 33.64 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 13.82% | 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 | 45 | 95 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 73% | 67.8% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 0% | 2.6% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 4% | 8.8% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 13% | 13.3% | 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 | 26.92 4 | 28.44 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 31.11 4 | 27.11 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 2.8% | 8.67% | 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 | 36 | 86 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 69% | 64.5% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 3% | 3.1% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 11% | 12.6% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 9.9% | 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 | 30.57 3 | 26.08 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 35.22 2 | 27.76 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 4.3% | 8.55% | 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 | - | 4.88% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 2.88% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 4.75% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 4.63% | 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 | 27.58 | 25.49 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.64 | 25.57 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 7.76% | 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 | - | 14.43% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 4.29% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | - | 13.57% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 5.71% | 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 The Urswick School - A Church of England Secondary School
Local authority ratio 16 : 1