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The Ashley School
- Middle Deemed Secondary
- Lowestoft NR32 4EU
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| The quality of education | Outstanding |
| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Outstanding |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Outstanding |
| Outcomes for children | Outstanding |
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Academic Progress: Students make outstanding progress from their starting points.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils’ behaviour is outstanding; they are polite, courteous, and enthusiastic.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers have excellent knowledge of each pupil's prior learning.
Current Educational Practices: Teaching quality is consistently good and often outstanding.
Strengths and Challenges: Teachers set high expectations and use probing questions to deepen pupils' thinking.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents are well informed through the website, transition evenings, and regular reports home.
Communication: Strong communication positively impacts pupils’ learning, behavior, and attendance.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents are overwhelmingly positive and recommend the school to others.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders ensure all safeguarding procedures are fit for purpose.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders rigorously monitor and improve teaching and outcomes.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Pupils believe they are safe; bullying is rare.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Effective strategies minimize risks; staff ensure safety and welfare.
Extracurricular Offerings: Opportunities include sports leadership awards, Duke of Edinburgh Award scheme, and work experience.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: School supports excellent balance between academics and extracurricular activities.
Career Counselling Services: Good-quality careers guidance and advice via City and Guilds Skills for Working Life programme.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Pupils are thoroughly prepared for post-school life with relevant qualifications.
Managing and Supporting SEND: The school has an excellent reputation in special education.
Subjects Offered: Wide range of qualifications including GCSE, arts awards, sports leadership awards, and vocational qualifications.
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About Us
The Ashley School is a top rated, Middle Deemed Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Suffolk, East of England.
It has 167 students from age 7-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 7 : 1.
At this school, 0% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
This school rated Outstanding by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Primary Exam Result
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | - | 94 | 97 |
| Reading | - | 96 | 98 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 0% | 51.72% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 6.06% | 7.42% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -16.5 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -13.7 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -14.4 | Well Below Average |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | - | 95 | 96 |
| Reading | - | 95 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 0% | 58.41% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 8.08% | 9.72% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -14.5 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -15.1 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -15.1 | Well Below Average |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | - | 92 | 94 |
| Reading | - | 93 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 0% | 55.92% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 7.89% | 9.16% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -10.1 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -9.8 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -11.7 | Well Below Average |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | - | 86 | 93 |
| Reading | - | 87 | 93 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 0% | 50.1% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 7.24% | 8.19% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -9.1 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -7.9 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -8.7 | Well Below Average |
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 | -1.52 | 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 | 0.7 | 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 | 0% | 27.21% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 41.83% | 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 | 0% | 18.17% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 7.12% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 10.69% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.00 | 2.77 | 2.83 |
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 | 90% | 88.49% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 20 | 140 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 81.35% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 90% | 38.96% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 32.35% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 4.88% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 5.24% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 3.37% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 3.76% | 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 | -1.73 | 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 | 1.1 | 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 | 0% | 27.91% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 41.74% | 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 | 0% | 16.55% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 8.38% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 11.29% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 2.84 | 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 | 94% | 91.24% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 17 | 139 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 94% | 86.3% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 94% | 39.28% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 35.58% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 4.88% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 6.44% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 2.52% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 2.46% | 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 | -1.56 | 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 | 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 | 0% | 26.24% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 42.5% | 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 | 0% | 24.5% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 9.22% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 14.43% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.04 | 3.05 | 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 | 100% | 93.32% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 20 | 137 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 95% | 85.48% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 95% | 36.73% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 37.89% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 8.27% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 2.66% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 4.59% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 3.27% | 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 | -1.46 | 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 | 0.8 | 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 | 0% | 27.79% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 43.5% | 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 | 0% | 21.2% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 7.92% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 12.59% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.02 | 3.05 | 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 | 100% | 88.36% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 18 | 148 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 94% | 77.17% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 94% | 33.1% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | - | 37.07% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 5.86% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 1.43% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 4.88% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.98% | 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 | -1.29 | 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 | 2.6 | 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 | 0% | 27.84% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 43.98% | 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 | 0% | 21.47% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 10.55% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 11.63% | 16.26% |
| 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 | 95% | 89.82% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 19 | 161 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 66.32% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 89% | 37.55% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | - | 37.5% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 6.66% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 1.45% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 6.68% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3.39% | 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
7 : 1
Student teacher ratio at The Ashley School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1