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Regents Park Community College
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- Southampton SO16 4GW
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Academic Progress: Pupils are making good progress across the curriculum.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well in lessons and respect learning opportunities.
Academic Progress: Pupils make 'exceptional progress' and are supported well
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils know the school has high expectations for behavior
Qualifications and Training: Teachers use their secure subject knowledge well.
Qualifications and Training: Committed to high-quality learning with training in all subjects
Current Educational Practices: Teachers are developing new methods to improve pupils' skills but these are not used consistently.
Strengths and Challenges: Teaching stronger in some subjects, action needed for consistent progress
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents and pupils are very positive about the school and its education.
Communication: Leaders listen keenly to feedback from parents, staff, and pupils.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents find the school 'absolutely fantastic'
Communication: Positive engagement with well-being initiatives
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders listen keenly to feedback and address areas efficiently.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders are steering improvements in science confidently and empowering subject leaders.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Utilizes 'restorative justice' to resolve issues
Actions for Quality Improvement: Providing staff training to enhance learning
Managing Bullying and Safety: Pupils feel safe at school; bullying is rare and dealt with quickly.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Pupils' physical and emotional well-being is developed well through the curriculum.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Effective safeguarding arrangements in place
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Positive culture around safeguarding evident
Extracurricular Offerings: Pupils benefit from many after-school clubs and activities.
Extracurricular Offerings: Strong extracurricular activities including sports and arts
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Students balance academic and extracurricular responsibilities
Outdoor Facilities: Good sporting facilities appreciated by pupils
Career Counselling Services: Pupils receive strong advice and guidance about their next steps.
Career Counselling Services: Pupils attend careers and apprenticeship fairs
Managing and Supporting SEND: Pupils with SEND are supported well and make good progress.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Strong support ensuring high-quality work from SEND pupils
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About Us
Regents Park Community College is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Hampshire, South East.
It has 875 students from age 11-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1.
At this school, 33% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Welcome to Regents Park Community College
As the Headteacher of this exceptional school, I am extremely proud of our ethos which is based on Respect, Pride, Creativity and Challenge. Staff and students embrace our values and as a result we are, arguably the most improved school on the South Coast.
Regents Park is an over- subscribed mixed 11-16 school in the heart of Shirley, Southampton, currently placed in the top three schools in Hampshire and Southampton for the outstanding academic progress that we achieve.
The school is one of the oldest in Southampton steeped in history and over 100 years old. At Regents Park we provide a wonderful mix of tradition with a modern twist on teaching and learning ensuring that we provide a curriculum that generates interest, challenge and most importantly offers fun and excitement.
Ofsted April 2018 'Teaching is characterised by highly effective planning, secure subject knowledge among the teachers, the use of a wide range of teaching strategies and the use of detailed information about pupils'
Our pastoral care is second to none and we pride ourselves in the support and respect that emanates around the school with Student Leadership and Student Voice forming the platform on which the school continues to excel.
Ofsted April 2018 'The strong messages about respect which flow from the top, and are modelled by all staff, are assimilated by pupils. Accordingly, they treat each other and adults with respect. Pupils' behaviour around the school is exceptional. Their enthusiasm for learning is admirable, and their conduct in lessons is excellent.'
Our success is built on the commitment we have towards each and every student. As a small community school we understand the needs of each individual and data is used effectively to inspire each child to do their best.
Ofsted April 2018 'As a result, pupils make remarkable progress during their time in school. For example, the most recent set of published results for the school shows that the Progress 8 score was well above average; results in English are in the top 10% of all schools nationally'
Regents Park is a truly remarkable place to work and learn where our absolute unwavering commitment to each individual is evident in all that we do. For more information on our school please refer to the most recent Ofsted report, our website or call us to make an appointment to come and visit.
Mrs Samantha Barnes
Headteacher & Spencer the school therapy dog
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As the Headteacher of this exceptional school, I am extremely proud of our ethos which is based on Respect, Pride, Creativity and Challenge. Staff and students embrace our values and as a result we are, arguably the most improved school on the South Coast.
Regents Park is an over- subscribed mixed 11-16 school in the heart of Shirley, Southampton, currently placed in the top three schools in Hampshire and Southampton for the outstanding academic progress that we achieve.
The school is one of the oldest in Southampton steeped in history and over 100 years old. At Regents Park we provide a wonderful mix of tradition with a modern twist on teaching and learning ensuring that we provide a curriculum that generates interest, challenge and most importantly offers fun and excitement.
Ofsted April 2018 'Teaching is characterised by highly effective planning, secure subject knowledge among the teachers, the use of a wide range of teaching strategies and the use of detailed information about pupils'
Our pastoral care is second to none and we pride ourselves in the support and respect that emanates around the school with Student Leadership and Student Voice forming the platform on which the school continues to excel.
Ofsted April 2018 'The strong messages about respect which flow from the top, and are modelled by all staff, are assimilated by pupils. Accordingly, they treat each other and adults with respect. Pupils' behaviour around the school is exceptional. Their enthusiasm for learning is admirable, and their conduct in lessons is excellent.'
Our success is built on the commitment we have towards each and every student. As a small community school we understand the needs of each individual and data is used effectively to inspire each child to do their best.
Ofsted April 2018 'As a result, pupils make remarkable progress during their time in school. For example, the most recent set of published results for the school shows that the Progress 8 score was well above average; results in English are in the top 10% of all schools nationally'
Regents Park is a truly remarkable place to work and learn where our absolute unwavering commitment to each individual is evident in all that we do. For more information on our school please refer to the most recent Ofsted report, our website or call us to make an appointment to come and visit.
Mrs Samantha Barnes
Headteacher & Spencer the school therapy dog
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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 | 11-16 | 11-19 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 16.6 | - | 13.9 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 33% | 34% | 41% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| 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 | -0.34 | 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 | 33% | 21.38% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 55% | 32.95% | 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 | 34% | 16.9% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 10% | 6.57% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 15% | 9.48% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.48 | 2.26 | 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 | 89% | 80.67% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 150 | 139 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 80% | 74.27% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 27% | 23.47% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 3.73% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 53% | 40.2% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 6.93% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 1.8% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 8% | 4.67% | 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 | -0.29 | 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 | 43.7 | 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 | 34% | 25.15% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 59% | 36.9% | 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 | 32% | 17.5% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 10% | 9.25% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 14% | 12.1% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.48 | 2.54 | 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 | 91% | 83.87% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 150 | 137 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 85% | 79.73% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 20% | 23.73% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 3% | 3.93% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 62% | 44.27% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 8.07% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 1.27% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 3% | 2.13% |
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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 | -0.16 | 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 | 40.5 | 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 | 27% 12 | 23.47% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 47% 11 | 37.58% | 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% | 24.42% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 5% 4 | 9.53% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 8% 6 | 14.95% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.25 | 2.69 | 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% | 80.92% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 125 | 120 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 88% | 73% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 64% | 37.38% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 1% | 4.23% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 23% | 27.92% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 3.46% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 3.46% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 4.62% | 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 | 0.35 | 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 | 39% 6 | 22.79% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 58% 10 | 35.11% | 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 | 28% | 22.16% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 9% 9 | 8.63% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 14% 8 | 14% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.62 | 2.47 | 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 | 85% | 69.93% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 137 | 117 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 80% | 56.29% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 18% | 19.71% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 1.14% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 63% | 36.43% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 3.57% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 3.14% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 2.86% | 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 | 49 | 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% | 26.25% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 68% | 43.13% | 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 | 38% | 27.13% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 18% | 14.75% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 22% | 18.13% | 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% | 81.08% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 129 | 127 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 57.08% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 24% | 24.08% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 2% | 2.58% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 64% | 47.17% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 0% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 4.17% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 3.83% | 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 | 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
16 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Regents Park Community College
Local authority ratio 18 : 1