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The Beacon Folkestone
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Early years provision | Outstanding |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Not Previously Inspected |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Outstanding |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Outstanding |
| Outcomes for pupils | Outstanding |
| 16 to 19 study programmes | Outstanding |
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Academic Progress: Pupils make excellent progress from their starting points with personalized learning and high expectations.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Outstanding behaviour in classrooms and around school; pupils feel safe and thrive.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Interventions and support are put in place to enable pupils to achieve better outcomes when not making expected progress.
Academic Progress: Pupils achieve exceptionally well with tailored curricula supporting individual targets.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are consistently polite and enthusiastic, sharing positive experiences.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Staff leverage every opportunity to progress pupils' learning effectively.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers are encouraged to be reflective and are supported by well-considered training and coaching.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Teaching is of consistently high quality across year groups and subjects, ensuring pupils make excellent progress.
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: The success of self-reflective coaching practice for teachers is being extended to teaching assistants.
Teacher Engagement: Staff are attentive and responsive, expert in supporting pupil learning.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Teaching is precise, aiding all pupils in developing knowledge and understanding.
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: Staff expertise supports complex needs; workload issues have been addressed.
Opportunities for Parent Involvement: Parents' evenings and other events are planned to improve parental engagement.
Communication with Parents: Leaders are very proactive and positively react to any concerns raised by parents.
Opportunities for Parent Involvement: Parents engage through ‘Beaconfest’ and other school events.
Communication with Parents: Effective communication with parents about student progress.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents express satisfaction through feedback channels.
Parent Satisfaction: Some parents expressed dissatisfaction, but leaders have adapted systems to address concerns and improve engagement.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders are very proactive and respond positively to any concerns raised.
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: Leaders evaluate strengths and weaknesses clearly and adapt the curriculum to meet all pupils' needs.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders support staff workload and well-being effectively.
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: Leaders ensure curriculum meets diverse and complex needs.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: Very strong safeguarding culture with comprehensive staff training to keep pupils safe.
Behaviour and Attitudes of Pupils: Pupils are polite, understand expectations and treat others with respect.
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: Excellent facilities and well-trained staff enhance pupils' learning experiences and safety.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: The school environment is supportive and safe.
Behaviour and Attitudes of Pupils: Pupils display polite and well-mannered behavior.
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: Excellent social, emotional and mental health support available.
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: Variety of clubs and activities including sports programs, Duke of Edinburgh award, and many daily activities.
Balancing Academics with Extracurriculars: Leaders ensure pupils can participate in after-school clubs despite transportation challenges.
Outdoor Facilities: Excellent facilities, including adventure play equipment and a forest school, enhance learning and personal development.
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: Trips and activities like bouldering enrich experiences.
Balancing Academics with Extracurriculars: Curriculum supports balance with extracurriculars.
Outdoor Facilities: Engaging outdoor trips and experiences available.
Career Counselling Services: Students are very well prepared for the next stage in their education with excellent careers advice and guidance.
Preparation for Next Key Stage: Students aged 16 to 19 make outstanding progress and are well-prepared for further education, training, or employment.
Career Counselling Services: Clear careers program prepares for employment.
Preparation for Next Key Stage: Curriculum prepares pupils for life beyond school.
Support for SEND: Excellent partnerships with the MAST and external specialists provide strong support for children and families.
Support for SEND: Deep understanding and support for SEND needs.
Subjects Offered: There is a personalized three-tier curriculum with a wide range of practical activities and tailored learning experiences.
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About Us
The Beacon Folkestone is a top rated, All-through, Co-Ed school located in Kent, South East.
It has 421 students from age 3-19 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 6 : 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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| Phase of Education | All-through | All-through |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Special Schools | Special Schools |
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| Ofset report | Outstanding | - |
| Age range | 3-19 | 5-17 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 6.5 | - |
| Proficient Math | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 0% | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - |
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 | - | 99 | 97 |
| Reading | - | 100 | 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% | 57.52% | 55.92% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 8.01% | 7.4% |
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 | -8.8 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -7.8 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -7.5 | 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 | - | 98 | 96 |
| Reading | - | 98 | 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% | 64.16% | 60.39% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 11.56% | 9.69% |
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 | -5.5 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -6.6 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -7.5 | 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 | - | 96 | 94 |
| Reading | - | 98 | 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% | 62.72% | 59.48% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 10.3% | 9.14% |
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 | -4.8 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -4.6 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -5.1 | 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 | - | 94 | 93 |
| Reading | - | 95 | 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% | 59.13% | 56.27% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 8.77% | 8.17% |
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 | -3.6 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -3.5 | Below Average |
| Maths | -4.0 | 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 | -1.61 | 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 | 0.3 | 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 | 0% | 27.56% | 29.96% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 39.45% | 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 | 0% | 22.68% | 25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 11.21% | 10.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 15.49% | 15.47% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.00 | 2.56 | 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 | 92% | 92.84% | 90.52% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 26 | 136 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 92% | 87.37% | 84.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 8% | 23.94% | 32.75% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 48.66% | 29.73% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.42% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 85% | 14.49% | 11.48% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 2.16% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 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 | - | 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 | - | 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 | - | 30.86% | 32.78% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 41.56% | 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 | - | 24.39% | 24.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 14.21% | 12.99% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 17.9% | 17.14% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 2.78 | 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 | 100% | 93.79% | 90.39% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 30 | 132 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 90.53% | 86.27% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 3% | 25.23% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 49.41% | 30.75% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.32% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 97% | 15.64% | 11.13% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 1.42% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 1.76% | 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 | -1.78 | 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 | 0.5 | 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 | 0% | 30.06% | 29.24% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 42.83% | 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 | 0% | 28.79% | 25.76% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 13.95% | 11.44% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 19.27% | 16.45% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 2.86 | 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 | 97% | 90.87% | 90.21% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 31 | 123 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 97% | 85.71% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 23% | 24.06% | 33.3% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 48.32% | 31.15% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.21% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 74% | 13.22% | 11.19% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 2.6% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 2.64% | 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 | -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 | 0.4 | 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 | 0% | 29.06% | 29.18% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 41.45% | 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 | 0% | 26.38% | 24.69% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 13.75% | 11.29% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 18.54% | 15.97% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 2.81 | 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% | 90.17% | 84.86% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 22 | 124 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 76.36% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 21.34% | 28.32% |
| School sixth forms | - | 50.18% | 31.51% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.06% | 9.07% |
| Other education destinations | 91% | 11.51% | 5.94% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 1.83% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.64% | 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 | -1.23 | 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 | 1.9 | 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 | 0% | 28.56% | 29.51% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 40.73% | 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 | 0% | 26.37% | 25.21% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 16.77% | 14.68% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 18.05% | 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 | 100% | 85.02% | 85.23% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 22 | 124 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 47.31% | 58.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 14% | 21.95% | 30.56% |
| School sixth forms | - | 49.32% | 32.11% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.09% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | 86% | 7.48% | 5.75% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3.15% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.98% | 2.46% |
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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
6 : 1
Student teacher ratio at The Beacon Folkestone
Local authority ratio 18 : 1