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Welcombe Hills School
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Welcombe Hills School
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Requires Improvement
| The quality of education | Requires Improvement |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Requires Improvement |
| Early years provision | Requires Improvement |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
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Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well in class and try their best in lessons, leading to an enjoyable learning experience.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Staff provide necessary support, working closely with families and pupils to address individual needs.
Academic Progress: Pupils with complex needs benefit from a well-planned curriculum, but formal pathway students do not achieve as well due to curriculum issues.
Teacher Engagement: Not all teachers have the knowledge to deliver the phonics curriculum with precision, limiting some pupils' reading progress.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Teachers are not always clear about the precise information that pupils need to learn, hindering long-term learning.
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: Staff know pupils well and support their behavior effectively, though improvements are needed in curriculum implementation knowledge.
Opportunities for Parent Involvement: Parents are involved in social events like the cafe run by students, fostering community engagement.
Communication with Parents: Staff work closely with families to understand pupil needs and maintain open lines of communication.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents can give feedback through Ofsted Parent View, influenced by the school's efforts in family support and safeguarding.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders are diligent in safeguarding and follow up any concerns tenaciously, although some gaps in pre-recruitment checks were noted.
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: Leaders should review curriculum planning and ensure staff training, with a focus on communication strategy and phonics.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: Effective safeguarding measures are in place; staff are trained to spot and report potential harm.
Behaviour and Attitudes of Pupils: Pupils understand the importance of tolerance and respect, supported by the PSHE curriculum.
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: The school supports families well and provides strategies to manage pupil behavior effectively.
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: Pupils enjoy a range of activities including forest school lessons and sporting competitions.
Balancing Academics with Extracurriculars: Older pupils participate in work experience and community placements, balancing real-life learning with academic responsibilities.
Career Counselling Services: Older students receive support from an independent careers adviser and attend college taster sessions.
Preparation for Next Key Stage: The school supports transitions with personalized career guidance and external placements.
Support for SEND: Pupils with severe and profound needs have a well-planned curriculum, though a shared communication strategy is needed.
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About Us
Welcombe Hills School is a All-through, Co-Ed school located in Warwickshire, West Midlands.
It has 184 students from age 2-19 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 6 : 1.
This school rated Requires Improvement by recent Ofsted inspection.
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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 | - | 95 | 97 |
| Reading | - | 97 | 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% | 55.98% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 8.26% | 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 | -11.3 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -9.5 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -11.2 | 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 | - | 96 | 96 |
| Reading | - | 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 | 0% | 60.07% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 10.2% | 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 | -3.9 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -4.0 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -5.7 | 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.
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 | - | 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 | - | 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 | - | 32.25% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 44.56% | 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 | - | 23.08% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 12.28% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 16.25% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 2.95 | 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 | 100% | 92.58% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 13 | 137 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 86.51% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 0% | 29.09% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 38.37% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 5.16% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 100% | 13.91% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 2.67% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 3.44% | 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 | - | 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 | - | 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 | - | 36.51% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 48.56% | 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 | - | 24.78% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 15.76% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 19.83% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 3.16 | 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 | 100% | 93.93% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 15 | 141 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 89.9% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 7% | 32% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 40.88% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 4.75% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 93% | 12.3% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 2.03% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 1.88% | 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 | - | 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 | - | 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 | - | 36.41% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 51.27% | 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 | - | 30.69% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 16.61% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 22.43% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 3.38 | 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 | 100% | 93.6% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 14 | 127 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 87.09% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 21% | 27.83% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 40.83% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 5.43% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 79% | 12.94% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 3.8% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 2.89% | 2.75% |
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.
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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 | 14th Apr 2025 - 25th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 22nd 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 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 21st Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
6 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Welcombe Hills School
Local authority ratio 20 : 1