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Hampstead School
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- Camden NW2 3RT
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
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Academic Progress: Pupils achieve well across a broad curriculum.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well and show respect.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers have strong subject knowledge.
Current Educational Practices: Regular ongoing training for staff.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Strong culture of safeguarding.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Pupils are taught how to stay safe.
Extracurricular Offerings: Range of sports and performing arts clubs offered.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Low take-up of activities as pupils get older.
Career Counselling Services: Structured programme of career education and advice.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Provision for SEND pupils is particularly strong.
Subjects Offered: Wide range of subjects at GCSE and A-level.
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Hampstead School is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Greater London, London.
It has 1287 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 14 : 1.
At this school, 43% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
76.10% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Parents, staff members, and especially our amazing kids tell us that Hampstead School is a truly unique place. An unwavering commitment to improvement, always supported by the high standard of relationships found in our school, has produced year over year gains. The single most crucial quality in our quest to be a truly exceptional school for all of our students continues to be our lack of complacency and desire to constantly improve. By demanding excellence, we make sure that kids enjoy learning in a positive, secure, and safe atmosphere that is created to help them reach their full potential. We take pleasure in being known as a polite, compassionate, and forward-thinking institution that puts the welfare and success of its students at the centre of everything it does. The serious business of learning is something we are passionate about at Hampstead School. We have the highest expectations for each and every one of our pupils as unique individuals. Success is both anticipated and natural in our culture of adversity and interpersonal support because of this ambition. Our students develop confidence, impeccable behaviour and a deep love of learning, accessing a huge range of academic, social, sporting and cultural opportunities. Visit the school at any time during one of our Open Mornings. Since it is their school and they are the most familiar with it, students will accompany you.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools |
| 吃瓜天堂 grade |
B
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A
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B-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Requires Improvement |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-19 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Boys |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 14.8 | - | 15.4 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 43% | 34% | 57% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 16.90% | - | 8.80% |
| 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 | -0.03 | 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 | 44.6 | 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 | 43% | 32% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 65% | 42.7% | 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 | 20% | 28.15% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 7% | 13.75% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 10% | 18.3% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.92 | 3.18 | 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% | 90.92% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 207 | 136 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 97% | 88.75% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 18% | 18.83% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 73% | 57.67% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 4% | 3.67% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 8.58% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 0.58% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 1.83% | 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 | 0.14 | 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 | 45% | 36.79% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 67% | 46.05% | 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 | 55% | 33.11% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 24% | 18.84% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 31% | 23.84% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.31 | 3.46 | 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 | 96% | 93.17% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 202 | 131 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 94% | 92.08% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 12% | 21.08% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 75% | 58.42% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 6% | 4.42% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 8.33% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | SP | 0.42% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 0.58% | 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 | -0.05 | 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 | 44.8 | 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 | 32% 2 | 34.58% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 64% 10 | 49.74% | 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 | 59% | 40.47% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 12% 5 | 19.05% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 25% 7 | 26.16% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.1 | 3.48 | 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 | 91% | 90.58% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 201 | 126 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 89% | 87.83% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 19% | 22.83% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 59% | 53.67% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 10% | 4.83% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 6.58% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | SP | 0.58% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 2.25% | 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 | -0.08 | 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 | 44.2 | 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 | 34% 10 | 33.05% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 54% 11 | 45.42% | 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 | 55% | 31.89% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 17% 8 | 15.21% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 32% 3 | 20.58% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.02 | 3.17 | 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% | 83.82% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 206 | 129 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 64.36% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 16% | 18.27% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 69% | 48.09% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 1.82% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 5.91% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 0.45% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 0.82% | 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 | -0.08 | 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 | 45.1 | 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% | 39.83% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 65% | 51.94% | 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 | 56% | 34.89% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 25% | 22.89% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 29% | 25.06% | 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 | 94% | 85.18% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 200 | 128 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 32.91% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 22% | 22.91% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 68% | 52% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 1% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 4.36% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 1.36% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 0.73% | 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 | 28.65 | 29.58 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 28.59 | 29.23 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 16.90% | 12.99% | 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 | 102 | 401 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 77% | 66.58% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 2% | 2.42% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 6% | 14.67% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 11.25% | 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 | 35.94 | 32.93 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.82 | 32.83 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 17.1% | 16.82% | 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 | 94 | 468 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 65% | 63% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 3% | 1.69% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 4% | 7.23% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 17% | 14.31% | 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 | 18.05 5 | 30.92 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | D- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 24.43 1 | 31.56 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 8.2% | 15.09% | 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 | 83 | 306 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 61% | 55.85% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 3.85% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 14% | 15% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 10% | 9.08% | 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 | 23.84 6 | 29.88 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 25.46 8 | 31.04 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 6.6% | 13.91% | 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 | 4 | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 6 | 14.08% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 1.62% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 8% | 5.23% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 13% | 6.46% | 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 | 29.01 | 29.94 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.69 | 32.26 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 10.8% | 15.17% | 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 | - | 1 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 7 | 28.38% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 1.77% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 10% | 12.23% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 8.23% | 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 | 23rd Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 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
14 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Hampstead School
Local authority ratio 15 : 1
