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Yewstock School
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- Sturminster Newton DT10 1EW
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Outstanding
| Previous inspection | Satisfactory |
| Leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Achievement of pupils | Outstanding |
| Quality of teaching | Outstanding |
| Behaviour and safety of pupils | Outstanding |
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Academic Progress: All pupils make rapid progress from very low starting points due to tailored learning.
Behaviour and Attitudes: High standards of behaviour and positive attitudes to learning observed consistently.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Rigorous checks on learning provide clear progress pictures, ensuring no pupil is left behind.
Teacher Engagement: Staff work effectively to plan and deliver highly effective lessons.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Outstanding teaching results in all groups of pupils making exceptional progress.
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: Teachers and assistants are very effective in advising pupils on improvements.
Opportunities for Parent Involvement: Parents strongly agree their children are achieving well and enjoy learning.
Communication with Parents: Parents and carers appreciate excellent progress communication.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents and carers overwhelmingly supportive of the school.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Management under rigorous leadership has moved the school forward exceptionally.
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: High level of professional support for staff linked to targets.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: Strong emphasis on keeping pupils safe and happy; students feel secure.
Behaviour and Attitudes of Pupils: Exceptional behaviour management systems appreciated by all pupils.
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: Highly effective out-of-class support for those with the greatest needs.
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: Activities such as drama, music, riding, and swimming support social and cultural development.
Balancing Academics with Extracurriculars: Curriculum supports personal and academic needs, aspirations, and interests.
Career Counselling Services: Sixth form provides good opportunities to prepare for life after school.
Preparation for Next Key Stage: Older pupils make excellent progress with increasing opportunities.
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Yewstock School is a All-through, Co-Ed school located in Dorset County, South West.
It has 167 students from age 2-19 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 6 : 1.
This school rated Outstanding by recent Ofsted inspection.
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| Phase of Education | All-through | All-through | All-through |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Special Schools | Special Schools | Special Schools |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
A-
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B-
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C+
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| Ofset report | Outstanding | Good | Outstanding |
| Age range | 2-19 | 4-19 | 4-19 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 6.6 | 6 | 6.7 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
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 | - | 94 | 97 |
| Reading | - | 96 | 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% | 49.73% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 8.08% | 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 | -9.2 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -8.5 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -9.2 | 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 | - | 94 | 96 |
| Reading | - | 94 | 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% | 58.04% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 10.32% | 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 | -17.3 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -17.4 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -18.5 | Well Below Average |
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 | - | 93 | 94 |
| Reading | - | 94 | 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% | 56.1% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 7.71% | 9.16% |
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 | - | - |
| Writing | 4 | Well Above Average |
| Maths | - | - |
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 | - | 89 | 93 |
| Reading | - | 90 | 93 |
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% | 51.38% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 5.79% | 8.19% |
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 | -6.6 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -8.4 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -10.3 | Well Below Average |
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 | - | 19.08% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 30.94% | 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 | - | 15.19% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 5.83% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 9.53% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 2.31 | 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 | 86% | 82.13% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 14 | 147 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 86% | 75.58% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 43% | 33.42% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 32.21% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.13% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 43% | 9.79% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 3.33% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 3.21% | 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 | - | 21.85% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 34.33% | 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 | - | 18.03% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 8.18% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 11.45% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 2.57 | 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 | 88% | 94.1% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 17 | 157 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 88% | 88% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 41% | 38.43% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 35.76% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.14% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 47% | 13.86% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 3.43% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 2.62% | 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 | - | 18.97% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 30.84% | 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 | - | 18.94% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 6.69% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 10.5% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 2.27 | 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% | 85.39% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 14 | 138 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 93% | 76.94% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 57% | 26.5% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 38.5% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.11% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 36% | 11.83% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 5% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 7% | 3.39% | 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 | - | 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 | - | 23.38% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 37.28% | 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 | - | 20.14% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 8.93% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 13.17% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 2.61 | 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 | - | 78.06% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 9 | 152 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 61% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 24% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | - | 35.65% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.24% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 8.47% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3.71% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2% | 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 | - | 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 | - | 23% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 37.29% | 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 | - | 23.07% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 10.39% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 12.11% | 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 | 100% | 84.56% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 12 | 163 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 63.88% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 23.25% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | - | 41.56% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 8.56% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 5.31% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.31% | 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 | 24th Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 3rd 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 - 23rd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
6 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Yewstock School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
