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Willingdon Community School
- Secondary
- Willingdon and Jevington BN20 9QX
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
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Academic Progress: Pupils made strong progress in science and mathematics.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Behaviour continues to be exemplary, with high expectations and a culture of inclusion.
Qualifications and Training: Dedicated team of English teachers with a clear understanding of the new curriculum.
Current Educational Practices: Whole-school focus on continual training and reflection for teachers.
Strengths and Challenges: Strong questioning and active learning in most lessons, though consistency is needed.
Opportunities for Involvement: Governors review the impact of policies, ensuring parent involvement.
Communication: Parents are informed about attendance interventions and safeguarding measures.
Parent Satisfaction: Vast majority of parents agree that their children are well cared for and safe.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders regularly check on the quality of learning and address concerns.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Implemented new teaching and learning policy and target-setting process.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Strong culture of safeguarding across the school; bullying is rare and dealt with effectively.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Staff receive periodic safeguarding training to stay updated.
Extracurricular Offerings: Engagement in music and design and technology lessons.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Whole-school literacy programme enhances pupil involvement in learning.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Relevant interventions for Year 11 to improve attendance and reduce absenteeism.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Progress of disadvantaged pupils and those with special needs is closely monitored.
Subjects Offered: Improving teaching quality in English and humanities, with a strong team of English teachers.
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Willingdon Community School is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in East Sussex, South East.
It has 1051 students from age 11-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.
At this school, 40% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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At Willingdon Community School, we work to instil in each of our pupils the fundamental moral principles that we believe help them achieve what we call "personal excellence." We are a successful school that strives to provide all kids with the finest education possible. But achievement is not just about good academic results, it is also about developing the qualities and values which will make an individual a good friend, employee, relative, parent or colleague and will serve them for the rest of their life. All of the pupils' activities at Willingdon will be governed by the fundamental values we seek to instil in them. They are: aspiration, reverence, decorum, kindness, and sincerity. So what are they saying? . Ambition The desire to always give your best effort. To achieve the greatest standards and achieve personal achievement, take on new tasks and challenge yourself. To value and respect each member of our community while appreciating our diversity. Having self-respect means appreciating what each of us can contribute to the community. Compassion Recognize the needs of others and lend a hand to those who occasionally require assistance. Participate in charitable endeavours that benefit others who are less fortunate. Courtesy Be well mannered in all situations, displaying the basic courtesies that we all value. Greet those you work with regularly; be particularly welcoming and polite to visitors and show appreciation for those who support and work closely with you. Honesty - Always be honest, even when it may appear difficult. Be honest to yourself - know your strengths and your weaknesses.
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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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B
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A-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Outstanding |
| Age range | 11-16 | 11-18 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 18.6 | - | 15.9 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 40% | 63% | 52% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | 11.60% | 23.10% |
| 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 | -0.06 | 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 | 45.0 | 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 | 40% | 22.91% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 65% | 35.56% | 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 | 8% | 17.2% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 6% | 7.93% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 7% | 11.2% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.67 | 2.45 | 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 | 91% | 90.97% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 199 | 134 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 87% | 85% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 42% | 36.5% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 3% | 10.69% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 41% | 22% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 15.86% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 2.19% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 3.72% | 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 | 0.31 | 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 | 52.2 | 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 | 59% | 27.02% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 77% | 38.69% | 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 | 12% | 18.53% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 9% | 10.86% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 11% | 14.08% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.34 | 2.74 | 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 | 93% | 79.21% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 188 | 134 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 76.03% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 68% | 39.26% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 5% | 11.18% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 14% | 19.24% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 3% | 6.41% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 1.38% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 1.76% | 2.13% |
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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 | -0.08 | 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 | 45 | 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 | 41% 3 | 24.98% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 69% 3 | 38.08% | 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 | 35% | 20.25% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 16% 2 | 8.96% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 22% | 12.94% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.99 | 2.66 | 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 | 95% | 86.83% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 200 | 129 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 87% | 82.23% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 70% | 38.23% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 5% | 11.87% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 11% | 16.57% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 15.47% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 2.33% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 2.23% | 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 | 0.06 | 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 | 47.1 | 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 | 44% 5 | 26.67% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 66% 1 | 38.61% | 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 | 39% | 17.89% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 18% 2 | 8.57% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 22% 5 | 11.91% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.98 | 2.72 | 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% | 74.79% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 197 | 137 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 87% | 68.28% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 74% | 37.86% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 2% | 11.97% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 7% | 13.31% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | 5% | 3.62% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 2.45% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 1.83% | 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 | 0.32 | 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 | 50.2 | 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 | 49% | 25.02% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 67% | 37.36% | 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 | 24% | 18.05% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 16% | 10.52% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 17% | 12.09% | 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 | 97% | 79.79% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 202 | 143 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 95% | 59.38% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 66% | 35.86% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 4% | 11.9% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 23% | 14.41% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 5.93% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 3.69% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 2% | 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
18 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Willingdon Community School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
