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Southend YMCA Community School
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Southend YMCA Community School
- Secondary
- Southend-on-Sea SS2 6LH
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
| How well children and young people are helped and protected in the residential provision | Good |
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Academic Progress: Pupils make good progress from their starting points.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils demonstrate their strong desire to learn. Behaviour is positive.
Qualifications and Training: Experienced governors bring a breadth of knowledge and expertise.
Current Educational Practices: Leaders have continued to build on effective teaching, learning and assessment.
Strengths and Challenges: Staff work tirelessly to support pupils, marking policy used consistently.
Communication: Parents appreciate care and understanding given by adults to their children.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents and carers value the support provided.
Opportunities for Involvement: Leaders working more closely with parents to reduce absences.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders are aware of local safeguarding issues and address them effectively.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders have taken effective action to maintain and build strengths.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Rigorous systems are in place for staff to pass on any concerns.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: A strong safeguarding culture permeates the school.
Extracurricular Offerings: Range of accredited courses are in place.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Pupils experience success in accredited courses.
Career Counselling Services: Effective transition arrangements on entry and exit.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Vast majority move on to education, employment or training.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Staff know the pupils well and are quick to identify any risks.
Subjects Offered: Curriculum is purposeful and relevant, rich with experiences.
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About Us
Southend YMCA Community School is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Essex, East of England.
It has 18 students from age 14-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 6 : 1.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Holidays & terms
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
6 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Southend YMCA Community School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1