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The Malling School
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- East Malling and Larkfield ME19 6DH
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Requires Improvement |
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Academic Progress: Leaders place pupils鈥� character development at the heart of everything that takes place here.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils鈥� behaviour is exemplary, with high expectations of themselves and each other.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers have very strong subject knowledge and receive excellent training.
Current Educational Practices: Teachers use subject knowledge to present material clearly and select appropriate activities.
Strengths and Challenges: A small number of teachers do not check pupils' understanding before new ideas.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents can give opinions through Ofsted Parent View and attend school events.
Communication: School uses Ofsted Parent View for parent feedback on child鈥檚 progress.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents are generally satisfied with the school's inclusive environment.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders ensure rare acts of bullying are tackled immediately by caring staff.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders and governors continually strive for the best learning experiences.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Any rare acts of unkindness or bullying are tackled immediately by caring staff.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Staff report concerns promptly, ensuring pupils' needs are met swiftly.
Extracurricular Offerings: Pupils develop interests through a myriad of extracurricular activities.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Many pupils successfully balance academics with extracurricular activities like Duke of Edinburgh鈥檚 Award.
Outdoor Facilities: Trips to places such as the theatre and Kew Gardens enhance student experience.
Career Counselling Services: Regular, unbiased advice provided about career pathways and future study options.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Ambitious programmes tailored to students鈥� individual needs in sixth form.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Provision for SEND is highly effective; well-trained staff support full curriculum access.
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The Malling School is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Kent, South East.
It has 1054 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 12 : 1.
At this school, 36% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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It is a pleasure to have you here at The Malling School. Our school is based on traditional principles, where students and staff are encouraged to respect one another. We offer a top-notch all-around education in a welcoming and encouraging setting. Our students will be challenged to reach and surpass their academic potential right away. Additionally, we will make sure that all of our students possess the traits we value and know will give our kids the best start in life: happiness, kindness, politeness, confidence, and resilience. We have excellent relationships with parents and firmly think that by collaborating with them, we can best serve their children. Parents have expressed their appreciation for our traditional ethos, small school, and excellent standards. We cordially invite you to stop by and look forward to showing you around so you can observe students and staff in action.
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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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A
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Outstanding |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-19 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Boys |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 12.7 | - | 17.2 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 36% | 34% | 97% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | 48.80% |
| 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 | 0.29 | 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 | 42.6 | 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 | 36% | 27.56% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 59% | 39.45% | 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 | 17% | 22.68% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 4% | 11.21% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 7% | 15.49% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.46 | 2.56 | 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 | 96% | 92.84% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 157 | 136 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 88% | 87.37% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 45% | 23.94% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 43% | 48.66% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.42% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 14.49% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 2.16% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 6% | 3.38% | 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 | 0.03 | 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 | 45.5 | 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% | 30.86% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 59% | 41.56% | 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 | 17% | 24.39% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 7% | 14.21% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 12% | 17.9% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.71 | 2.78 | 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 | 92% | 93.79% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 121 | 132 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 88% | 90.53% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 30% | 25.23% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 58% | 49.41% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.32% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 15.64% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 1.42% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 1.76% | 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 | -0.64 | 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 | 36.9 | 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 | 24% 7 | 30.06% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 48% 8 | 42.83% | 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 | 13% | 28.79% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 3% 2 | 13.95% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 10% 6 | 19.27% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.14 | 2.86 | 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 | 93% | 90.87% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 120 | 123 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 82% | 85.71% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 36% | 24.06% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 46% | 48.32% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.21% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 13.22% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 2.6% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 6% | 2.64% | 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 | -0.81 | 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 | 32.2 | 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 | 17% 2 | 29.06% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 40% 1 | 41.45% | 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 | 6% | 26.38% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 1% 3 | 13.75% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 4% 2 | 18.54% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 2.67 | 2.81 | 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% | 90.17% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 105 | 124 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 76.36% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 30% | 21.34% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 58% | 50.18% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.06% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 11.51% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 1.83% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 1.64% | 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 | -0.3 | 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 | 35.6 | 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 | 19% | 28.56% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 41% | 40.73% | 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 | 18% | 26.37% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 4% | 16.77% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 6% | 18.05% | 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 | 89% | 85.02% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 88 | 124 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 84% | 47.31% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 38% | 21.95% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 44% | 49.32% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.09% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 7.48% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 8% | 3.15% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 1.98% | 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 | - | 27.11 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | - | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 25.17 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 9.02% | 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 | 43 | 141 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 44% | 55.45% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 5.31% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 33% | 26.06% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 12% | 9.04% | 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 | - | 29.7 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | - | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 27.3 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 12.32% | 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 | 27 | 161 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 33% | 56.64% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 4.49% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 30% | 21.66% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 26% | 11.73% | 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 | - | 25.81 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | - | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 23.49 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 9.72% | 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 | 41 | 139 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 37% | 51.8% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 7% | 6.29% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 41% | 26.13% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 8.98% | 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 | - | 27.09 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | - | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 25.72 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 10.62% | 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 | 3 | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 22.23% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 4.73% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 19.6% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 4.4% | 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 | 2.8 | 24.89 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | U | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 24.28 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 9.87% | 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 | 4 | 27.54% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 6.2% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 27% | 25.49% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 4.42% | 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
12 : 1
Student teacher ratio at The Malling School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
