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Allestree Woodlands School - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2024)
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Allestree Woodlands School
- Secondary
- Derby DE22 2LW
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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 | Requires Improvement |
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Academic Progress: Most pupils now achieve in line with national expectations.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Lessons are calm and disruption is rarely seen. Pupils are polite and well-mannered.
Qualifications and Training: Staff benefit from high-quality and well-planned professional development.
Current Educational Practices: Teachers use assessment well to understand what pupils know.
Strengths and Challenges: Strong subject knowledge; Some areas still developing.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents are positive about how the school works with them to remove attendance barriers.
Communication: The school works well with parents and carers.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents are positive about how the school works with them.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders have made significant improvements in a considerate way.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Innovative measures to improve attendance showing early signs of success.
Managing Bullying and Safety: The arrangements for safeguarding are effective.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Inclusion is a theme that runs strongly throughout the school.
Extracurricular Offerings: Pupils have opportunities to take part in a wide range of extracurricular activities, including over 100 clubs.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: At break and lunchtimes, pupils can engage in wider curriculum activities.
Career Counselling Services: Careers advice within the school promotes a wide range of vocations, university courses and apprenticeships.
Preparation for Sixth Form: All sixth-form students have benefited from work experience.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Pupils with SEND are included in all parts of school life and access most lessons with additional adult support.
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Allestree Woodlands School is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Derbyshire, East Midlands.
It has 1414 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 17 : 1.
At this school, 53% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
92.30% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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We take great delight in the welcoming and pleasant environment at Allestree Woodlands.
We want our pupils to attain their full potential and think that every child should have the opportunity to experience academic success.
Our school's motto, "Aspire and Achieve," encapsulates our goals and standards for each and every student who attends our institution.
As a result, Allestree Woodlands' faculty and staff must foster boldness and courage in their interactions with pupils and in the lessons they deliver.
All young people must be encouraged to aspiration, to dream about the future, and to put in significant effort to achieve those lofty goals.
At Allestree Woodlands, we want every young person to desire to reach or exceed their potential and work assiduously toward that objective. They also want them to get quality teaching and assistance in order to accomplish that goal and to feel proud of themselves in doing so.
We are fortunate to have a successful school with an increasing student body, a broad level 3 subject offering at the post-16 level, excellent extracurricular possibilities in sports, technology, and the creative and performing arts, as well as outstanding facilities.
You are welcome to attend one of the open houses we have scheduled for this half-term for prospective students and their parents to learn more about Allestree Woodlands.
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We want our pupils to attain their full potential and think that every child should have the opportunity to experience academic success.
Our school's motto, "Aspire and Achieve," encapsulates our goals and standards for each and every student who attends our institution.
As a result, Allestree Woodlands' faculty and staff must foster boldness and courage in their interactions with pupils and in the lessons they deliver.
All young people must be encouraged to aspiration, to dream about the future, and to put in significant effort to achieve those lofty goals.
At Allestree Woodlands, we want every young person to desire to reach or exceed their potential and work assiduously toward that objective. They also want them to get quality teaching and assistance in order to accomplish that goal and to feel proud of themselves in doing so.
We are fortunate to have a successful school with an increasing student body, a broad level 3 subject offering at the post-16 level, excellent extracurricular possibilities in sports, technology, and the creative and performing arts, as well as outstanding facilities.
You are welcome to attend one of the open houses we have scheduled for this half-term for prospective students and their parents to learn more about Allestree Woodlands.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
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| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-19 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 17.7 | - | 12.6 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 53% | 98% | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 8.40% | 35.00% | - |
| 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 | 49.3 | 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 | 53% | 29.27% | 29.96% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 73% | 43.96% | 42.99% |
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% | 22.92% | 25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 17% | 9.58% | 10.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 22% | 14% | 15.47% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.35 | 2.7 | 2.82 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – 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% | 86.39% | 90.52% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 218 | 145 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 84% | 78.11% | 84.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 42% | 42.39% | 32.75% |
| School sixth forms | 42% | 19.22% | 29.73% |
| Sixth form colleges | SP | 2.67% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 13.83% | 11.48% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 3.89% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 4.22% | 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 | -0.21 | 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 | 49.4 | 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 | 47% | 32.77% | 32.78% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 72% | 47% | 45.26% |
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% | 24.88% | 24.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 17% | 11.62% | 12.99% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 25% | 15.46% | 17.14% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.36 | 2.97 | 2.97 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – 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% | 89.06% | 90.39% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 212 | 140 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 82.44% | 86.27% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 49% | 42% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 40% | 19.78% | 30.75% |
| Sixth form colleges | 1% | 2.22% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 18.44% | 11.13% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 2.44% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 4.06% | 2.15% |
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 | -0.36 | 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 | 48 | 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% 1 | 33.89% | 29.24% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 72% 2 | 49.42% | 43.34% |
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 | 74% | 25.47% | 25.76% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 19% | 10.42% | 11.44% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 34% 2 | 15.26% | 16.45% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.42 | 3.1 | 2.88 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – 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% | 89.8% | 90.21% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 206 | 162 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 80% | 78.4% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 22% | 40.7% | 33.3% |
| School sixth forms | 56% | 29.8% | 31.15% |
| Sixth form colleges | SP | 2.4% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 5.3% | 11.19% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 9% | 4.3% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 6.7% | 2.76% |
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 | -0.09 | 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 | 48 | 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 | 46% 5 | 32.53% | 29.18% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 74% 1 | 48% | 42.58% |
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 | 66% | 25.47% | 24.69% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 19% 7 | 10.82% | 11.29% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 32% 17 | 15.29% | 15.97% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.44 | 3 | 2.84 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – 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% | 89.89% | 84.86% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 212 | 158 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 81% | 69.89% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 36% | 38.11% | 28.32% |
| School sixth forms | 45% | 29.22% | 31.51% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 1.78% | 9.07% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 9.33% | 5.94% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 10% | 5.67% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 2.56% | 2.06% |
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 | -0.4 | 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 | 51% | 29.19% | 29.51% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 73% | 40.31% | 43.04% |
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 | 27% | 13.13% | 25.21% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 12% | 7.88% | 14.68% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 15% | 8.75% | 16.23% |
| EBacc average points score | - | - | - |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – 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% | 80.44% | 85.23% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 200 | 162 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 94% | 69.44% | 58.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 44% | 41.44% | 30.56% |
| School sixth forms | 49% | 30.44% | 32.11% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 2.44% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 0% | 5.75% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 6.67% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 3.22% | 2.46% |
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 | 30.84 | 28.54 | 29.99 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 30.35 | 26.55 | 29.55 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 8.40% | 13.53% | 13.64% |
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 | 110 | 293 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 81% | 53.25% | 58.59% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 6.25% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 12% | 20.38% | 21.14% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 2% | 14.63% | 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 | 37.84 | 31.38 | 33.4 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 37.4 | 28.67 | 32.48 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 25.3% | 19.14% | 17.69% |
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 | 106 | 398 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 63% | 62.38% | 60.66% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 4.5% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 18% | 12.38% | 17.72% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 14% | 14.13% | 10.7% |
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 | 26.58 4 | 27.9 | 29.38 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 27.89 6 | 26.02 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 6.8% | 11.07% | 13.04% |
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 | 97 | 436 | 231 |
| Students staying in education | 64% | 61.29% | 57.28% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 10% | 9.29% | 7.78% |
| Students entering employment | 21% | 17.29% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 4% | 8% | 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 | 30.77 3 | 25.37 | 29.02 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.46 3 | 24.32 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 12.3% | 10.42% | 13.34% |
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 | - | 0 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 10 | 53.83% | 31.48% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 12% | 7.83% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 11% | 12.83% | 15.8% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 2% | 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 | 27.3 | 23.44 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 30.8 | 23.43 | 27.74 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 6.9% | 10.21% | 12.63% |
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 | - | 0 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 24 | 57.5% | 36.22% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 14% | 7.17% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 23% | 20% | 20.04% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 4% | 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 | 25th Jul 2025 - 3rd Sep 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th 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 - 24th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
17 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Allestree Woodlands School
Local authority ratio 20 : 1