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The Willink School
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- Burghfield RG7 3XJ
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
| 16 to 19 study programmes | Requires Improvement |
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Academic Progress: Pupils鈥� progress remains at least in line with the national average.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils respect their teachers; incidents of poor behaviour are rare.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers demonstrate a secure understanding of their subjects and lessons are well planned.
Current Educational Practices: Leaders ensure strong practice is shared among teachers.
Strengths and Challenges: Some variations in teaching quality; tasks occasionally not well matched to pupils' abilities.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents value the education provided and strongly support the school.
Communication: Parents are highly positive about school communication on their children's progress.
Parent Satisfaction: Overwhelming support from parents, indicating satisfaction.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Strong pastoral support; students feel safe and supported.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Action plans are in place but need clearer success criteria.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying is very infrequent and effectively managed. Pupils feel safe.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Highly effective safeguarding arrangements; pupils know how to stay safe.
Extracurricular Offerings: School offers a range of extracurricular activities and personal growth opportunities.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: School supports a balance between curricular and extracurricular activities.
Career Counselling Services: Students receive strong guidance; most secure higher education or apprenticeships.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Leadership in sixth form has responded to performance dips with curriculum changes.
Managing and Supporting SEND: SEN and/or disabilities effectively supported; progress similar to peers.
Subjects Offered: Higher participation in EBacc; personalized curriculum meets individual needs.
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The Willink School is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Berkshire, South East.
It has 1255 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 17 : 1.
At this school, 59% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
98.00% 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 | 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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A
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Outstanding |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-19 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 17.5 | - | 18.3 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 59% | 34% | 68% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 20.00% | - | 22.20% |
| 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 | 0.31 | 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 | 51.3 | 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 | 59% | 25.71% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 74% | 38.24% | 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 | 84% | 24.05% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 24% | 10.29% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 47% | 15.48% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.89 | 2.9 | 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 | 98% | 95.58% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 164 | 138 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 88.08% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 13% | 19.5% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 64% | 42.25% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 12% | 2.92% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 23.67% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 3.08% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 4.33% | 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 | 0.36 | 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 | 57.7 | 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 | 69% | 30.9% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 82% | 42.5% | 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 | 90% | 20.7% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 34% | 11.8% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 52% | 15.6% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.5 | 3.09 | 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% | 96.83% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 178 | 143 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 94% | 93.33% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 20% | 19.58% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 53% | 46.42% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 21% | 4.42% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 22.92% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 1.75% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 1.75% | 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 | 0.41 | 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 | 55.9 | 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 | 64% 1 | 24.24% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 86% 5 | 35.29% | 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 | 93% | 25.1% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 32% 2 | 11.14% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 47% | 16.52% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.41 | 2.7 | 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% | 96.27% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 166 | 135 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 85% | 86.55% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 22% | 20.91% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 50% | 39% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 13% | 2.73% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 23.91% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 4.09% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 5.91% | 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 | 54.7 | 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 | 65% 8 | 24.05% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 81% 7 | 35.85% | 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 | 89% | 22.55% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 34% 9 | 11.75% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 47% 1 | 15.75% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.27 | 2.62 | 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 | 98% | 85.36% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 163 | 139 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 68.45% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 26% | 18.45% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 48% | 37.45% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.18% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 9.09% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 3.09% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 2.27% | 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 | 0.13 | 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 | 51.6 | 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 | 57% | 23.21% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 74% | 33.42% | 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 | 93% | 23.32% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 43% | 13.79% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 46% | 15.05% | 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 | 95% | 97% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 173 | 147 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 88% | 75.6% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 25% | 21.7% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 49% | 42.5% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 12% | 2.3% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 25.8% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 3.5% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 7% | 2.4% | 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 | 34.8 | 30.84 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 37.29 | 30.84 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 20.00% | 13.61% | 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 | 91 | 134 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 68% | 49.56% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 7% | 7.11% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 17% | 30.67% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 9% | 9.89% | 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 | 40.41 | 35.84 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 40.76 | 36.28 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 28.0% | 19.52% | 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 | 76 | 140 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 63% | 50% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 5.22% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 26% | 30.33% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 4% | 10.78% | 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 | 31.55 3 | 31.16 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 31.98 4 | 31.87 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 10.8% | 16.82% | 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 | 82 | 158 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 52% | 47.38% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 11% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 38% | 32.13% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 1% | 7.13% | 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 | 34.05 7 | 32.39 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 35.73 4 | 33.29 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 23.9% | 16.76% | 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 | - | 6 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 25% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 3% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 24% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 4.5% | 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 | 27.04 | 31.78 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 31.51 | 32.67 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 12.0% | 13.81% | 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 | - | 4 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 16 | 32.63% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 10% | 7.5% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 26% | 30% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 0% | 4.23% |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 25th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 20th Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 22nd 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 | 4th Sep 2024 - 24th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 19th Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 23rd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
17 : 1
Student teacher ratio at The Willink School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1