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Broomhill Bank School
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Broomhill Bank School
- Secondary
- Speldhurst TN3 0TB
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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 |
| 16 to 19 study programmes | Good |
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Academic Progress: Pupils make good academic progress as a result of a well-designed curriculum.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well in lessons and around the school.
Qualifications and Training: Staff benefit from timely training that helps them improve their skills and develop their careers.
Current Educational Practices: Leaders provide well-targeted support to help improve monitoring teaching and tracking pupils' progress.
Strengths and Challenges: Some subject leaders are new and need support in evaluating their actions.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents can participate in outreach services and training courses offered by the school.
Parent Satisfaction: The majority of parents believe their children receive high-quality care and education.
Communication: Some parents expressed concern about communication with the school.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders have broadened the curriculum significantly in key stages 4 and 5.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Governors challenge leaders on the impact of funding but need better evaluation from leaders to ask probing questions.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Pupils said bullying is rare and teachers deal with it effectively.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Leaders have created a warm, nurturing climate in which pupils are safe.
Extracurricular Offerings: Students can attend lunchtime and after-school clubs for sport, computing, and chess.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Participation in after-school clubs is low due to reliance on taxi transport home.
Career Counselling Services: Pupils receive timely advice and guidance on their next steps.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Nearly all Year 11 pupils stay on until the sixth form to complete their GCSE courses.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Pupils with SEN make good progress due to a well-designed curriculum and thorough support.
Subjects Offered: A broader range of courses is now available including level 3 courses at key stage 4 and 5.
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Broomhill Bank School is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Kent, South East.
It has 363 students from age 11-19 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 5 : 1.
At this school, 0% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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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 | -2.65 | 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 | 6.5 | 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% | 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 | 0.59 | 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 | 98% | 92.84% | 90.52% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 45 | 136 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 98% | 87.37% | 84.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 13% | 23.94% | 32.75% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 48.66% | 29.73% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.42% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 84% | 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 | -2.4 | 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 | 12.2 | 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 | 4% | 30.86% | 32.78% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 9% | 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 | 0% | 24.39% | 24.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 14.21% | 12.99% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 17.9% | 17.14% |
| EBacc average points score | 1.04 | 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 | 97% | 93.79% | 90.39% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 34 | 132 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 97% | 90.53% | 86.27% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 15% | 25.23% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 49.41% | 30.75% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.32% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 82% | 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 | -1.94 | 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 | 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% | 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 | 0.78 | 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 | 90% | 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 | 68% | 13.22% | 11.19% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 2.6% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 6% | 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 | -1.82 | 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 | 7.5 | 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% | 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 | 0.74 | 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 | 19 | 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 | 89% | 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 | -2.15 | 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 | 7.8 | 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 | 3% | 28.56% | 29.51% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 13% | 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 | - | 85.02% | 85.23% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 9 | 124 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 47.31% | 58.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 21.95% | 30.56% |
| School sixth forms | - | 49.32% | 32.11% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.09% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 7.48% | 5.75% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3.15% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.98% | 2.46% |
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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 | 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
5 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Broomhill Bank School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1