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Altwood CofE Secondary School
- Secondary
- Windsor and Maidenhead SL6 4PU
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Requires Improvement |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
| 16 to 19 study programmes | Good |
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Academic Progress: Most pupils are making good progress across subjects
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils鈥� behaviour is good with positive relationships
Qualifications and Training: Improved skills of middle leaders have enhanced teaching quality
Current Educational Practices: Teachers use 鈥楾hinking Hard鈥� approach to challenge pupils
Strengths and Challenges: High expectations and skilled redirection of focus noted
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents support the school well in its recent improvements
Communication: Regular contact with providers for pupils in alternative provision
Parent Satisfaction: A sizable majority of parents support the school
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Governors provide a balance of support and challenge
Actions for Quality Improvement: The restructuring has improved communication and accountability
Managing Bullying and Safety: The school鈥檚 work to keep pupils safe is effective
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Staff cater well for pupils鈥� well-being
Extracurricular Offerings: Sports and drama clubs are especially well attended
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Leaders ensure disadvantaged pupils can participate fully
Career Counselling Services: Effective careers education and guidance throughout the school
Preparation for Sixth Form: Strong guidance helps most pupils move to further education
Managing and Supporting SEND: Well-targeted programs have improved progress for pupils with special needs
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Altwood CofE Secondary School is a Secondary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Berkshire, South East.
It has 740 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1.
At this school, 26% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
94.40% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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It is my pleasure to welcome you to the website of Altwood Church of England School as its headteacher. The material shown here is intended to give you a sense of our successful, dynamic, and thriving school. You are cordially invited to visit us in order to understand more about our learning community, and I appreciate that you might want to do so. Since Altwood changed its status to an academy in 2012, we have worked to create chances for our students to achieve greater heights. Our church ethos is central to all that we do as we aspire for every student to achieve their best and go from strength to strength in all areas of their lives as they continue to develop into valued members of our society.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 吃瓜天堂 grade |
B-
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B-
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C+
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Requires Improvement |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-16 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 16.8 | 15.1 | 20.9 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 26% | 48% | 46% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 7.10% | - | 5.30% |
| 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 | 0.16 | 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 | 42.4 | 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 | 26% | 31.95% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 57% | 44.16% | 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 | 10% | 22.32% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 9% | 10.42% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 9% | 14.84% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.58 | 3.2 | 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 | 92% | 85.73% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 53 | 141 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 92% | 81.45% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 43% | 25.09% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 47% | 48.45% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 2% | 6.27% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 1.64% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 2% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 2.27% | 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 | 0.16 | 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 | 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% | 33.58% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 62% | 46.74% | 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 | 7% | 27% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 5% | 14.21% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 7% | 19% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.89 | 3.37 | 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 | 89% | 86.55% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 98 | 142 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 88% | 84.09% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 37% | 29.09% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 39% | 48% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 11% | 5.73% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 1.36% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 0.91% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 1.64% | 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 | -0.17 | 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 | 43.2 | 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 | 33% 14 | 30.39% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 58% 6 | 45.11% | 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% | 31.33% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 7% 10 | 14.44% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 11% 12 | 21.28% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.56 | 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 | 92% | 94.1% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 119 | 151 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 82% | 89.1% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 28% | 27.9% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 52% | 54.5% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 1% | 5.2% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 1.2% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 2.9% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 2.4% | 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 | 0.11 | 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 | 49.1 | 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 | 47% 5 | 34.71% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 64% 1 | 49.18% | 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 | 29% | 34% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 17% 2 | 17.29% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 23% 5 | 24.76% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.39 | 3.8 | 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 | 94% | 95.11% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 133 | 160 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 89% | 79.89% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 29% | 29.11% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 54% | 52.44% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 5% | 5.78% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 0.22% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 2.33% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 2.44% | 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 | -0.53 | 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 | 43.4 | 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 | 42% | 37.06% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 63% | 52.25% | 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% | 31.06% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 15% | 20.5% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 18% | 22.31% | 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 | 93% | 95% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 144 | 168 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 89% | 61.33% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 34% | 31.22% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 47% | 53.67% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 2.78% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 0.44% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 4.11% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 1.78% | 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 | 27.04 | 36.02 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 28.33 | 36.53 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 7.10% | 19.48% | 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 | 51 | 103 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 55% | 64.78% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 4.33% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 30% | 21.67% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 5.67% | 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 | 33.68 | 39.59 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 34.67 | 40.19 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 6.7% | 24.94% | 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 | 75 | 94 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 63% | 69.78% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 2.67% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 21% | 16.89% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 7.44% | 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 | 28.36 5 | 31.57 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 28.79 6 | 31.44 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 3.0% | 18.59% | 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 | 47 | 102 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 49% | 59.75% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 19% | 7.5% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 18% | 22.13% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 13% | 8.13% | 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 | 23.68 2 | 33.13 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 22.14 9 | 33.56 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 7.1% | 21.46% | 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 | 6 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 14 | 19.25% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 11% | 5.5% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 26% | 19.38% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 4.25% | 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 | 25.31 | 28.79 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 31.07 | 31.4 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 16.0% | 21.11% | 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 | - | 3 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 20 | 25.63% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 8% | 5.13% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 30% | 23.38% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 3% | 4.23% |
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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 - 2nd Sep 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
16 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Altwood CofE Secondary School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
