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Wildern School
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- Hedge End SO30 4EJ
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Requires Improvement |
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Academic Progress: Pupils achieve well across a range of academic and vocational subjects.
Behaviour and Attitudes: The behaviour of most pupils is purposeful and considerate.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers understand what prior learning their pupils start with.
Current Educational Practices: Teachers place a strong emphasis on helping pupils to develop and use subject vocabulary in key stage 4.
Opportunities for Involvement: The school engages closely with its staff, pupils, and parents and carers.
Communication: Parents can use Ofsted Parent View to give opinions and find information.
Managing Bullying and Safety: If bullying or derogatory language occur, the school takes appropriate steps to prevent this from reoccurring.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
Extracurricular Offerings: The school provides a broad range of experiences to enhance pupils鈥� learning.
Career Counselling Services: Careers guidance is extensive, and is tailored to pupils鈥� aspirations.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Pupils with SEND benefit strongly from the opportunities the school provides.
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Wildern School is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Hampshire, South East.
It has 1869 students from age 11-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1.
At this school, 46% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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We all share the same attitude, values, and ideas here in Wildern, which makes it a wonderful place.
We cultivate a culture where success is valued highly and where having high aspirations is the norm.
Our pupils are prepared for life after Wildern because to our outstanding academic performance.
Regardless of ability, Wildern offers a wide variety of academic, extracurricular, and enrichment activities.
We wish to make our pupils aware of the many opportunities available outside of their local neighbourhood and inspire them to travel farther afield.
Our kids appreciate community values like honesty, integrity, and consideration for others in a changing world; they are content and healthy.
Through a strong focus on learning and high-quality instruction in a nurturing and engaging atmosphere, where every student is known as a person and challenged regardless of ability, our students advance and realise their potential.
In a collaborative learning environment between students and teachers, new technology is used to ensure that learning is lively, engaging, difficult, and enterprising.
This commitment to enhancing the lives of all of our students鈥攚ho frequently grow into tenacious, adaptable, and compassionate young people鈥攊s fundamentally supported by our strong cooperation with parents.
The Wildern way is this.
Please email [email protected] if you would like a tour of the school to see it "in action." We will be pleased to show you around.
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We cultivate a culture where success is valued highly and where having high aspirations is the norm.
Our pupils are prepared for life after Wildern because to our outstanding academic performance.
Regardless of ability, Wildern offers a wide variety of academic, extracurricular, and enrichment activities.
We wish to make our pupils aware of the many opportunities available outside of their local neighbourhood and inspire them to travel farther afield.
Our kids appreciate community values like honesty, integrity, and consideration for others in a changing world; they are content and healthy.
Through a strong focus on learning and high-quality instruction in a nurturing and engaging atmosphere, where every student is known as a person and challenged regardless of ability, our students advance and realise their potential.
In a collaborative learning environment between students and teachers, new technology is used to ensure that learning is lively, engaging, difficult, and enterprising.
This commitment to enhancing the lives of all of our students鈥攚ho frequently grow into tenacious, adaptable, and compassionate young people鈥攊s fundamentally supported by our strong cooperation with parents.
The Wildern way is this.
Please email [email protected] if you would like a tour of the school to see it "in action." We will be pleased to show you around.
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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 | 11-16 | 11-16 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 16.8 | 15.1 | 17.8 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 46% | 48% | 73% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| 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 | 0.00 | 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 | 48.1 | 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 | 46% | 28.31% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 70% | 40.85% | 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 | 48% | 20.05% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 21% | 9.8% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 32% | 13.47% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.29 | 2.71 | 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% | 92.33% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 356 | 156 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 87% | 84.82% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 22% | 41.2% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 5.13% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 64% | 29.34% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 9.16% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 2.95% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 4.49% | 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 | 0.45 | 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 | 55.4 | 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 | 60% | 32.13% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 80% | 44.03% | 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 | 57% | 22.15% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 35% | 12.32% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 47% | 15.92% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.04 | 2.96 | 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 | 95% | 91.61% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 391 | 150 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 87.1% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 27% | 43.41% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | SP | 5.18% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 62% | 29.73% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 8.78% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 2.13% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 2.43% | 2.13% |
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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 | 0.33 | 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 | 52.9 | 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 | 51% 7 | 30.11% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 74% 9 | 44.14% | 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 | 31% | 24.28% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 18% 7 | 11.71% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 24% 7 | 16.46% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.54 | 2.96 | 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 | 96% | 90.08% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 366 | 147 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 86% | 82.14% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 20% | 42.35% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 1% | 4.49% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 65% | 28.77% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 6.65% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 3.97% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 3.83% | 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 | 0.02 | 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 | 47.8 | 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 | 44% 7 | 29.79% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 65% 11 | 43.46% | 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 | 27% | 23.13% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 11% 17 | 10.83% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 17% 16 | 15.64% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.06 | 2.94 | 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 | 92% | 82.81% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 369 | 148 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 82% | 72.03% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 19% | 34.52% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | - | 4.17% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 62% | 33.61% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 1.13% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 3.32% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 2.47% | 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 | 0.25 | 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 | 51% | 30.94% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 76% | 45.31% | 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 | 42% | 26.17% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 28% | 15.51% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 33% | 17.06% | 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 | 98% | 87.27% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 370 | 155 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 96% | 71.71% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 30% | 39.32% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | - | 4.73% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 66% | 33.13% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 3.13% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 5.64% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 3.38% | 2.45% |
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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
16 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Wildern School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1