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The Complete Works Independent School
- All-through
- Tower Hamlets E1 7SA
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Good |
| Does the school meet the independent school standards? | Yes |
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Academic Progress: Leaders assess gaps in knowledge swiftly and use strategies to inspire learning.
Behaviour and Attitudes: In class, the behaviour of pupils is exceptional.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Teachers work one-to-one with pupils with SEND to provide necessary support.
Teacher Engagement: School staff work hard to engage and support pupils.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Teachers' thorough understanding of pupils' needs ensures individualised support and progress.
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: Staff feel valued and are dedicated to their jobs.
Communication with Parents: Regular communication through the school's website and performances.
Parent Satisfaction: Positive feedback from parents as per Ofsted Parent View.
Opportunities for Parent Involvement: Parents can find and give feedback via Ofsted Parent View.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders are unrelenting in establishing necessary support for pupils and managing conflicts effectively.
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: Leaders prioritise literacy skills, staff training, and scrutinize leaders' work effectively.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: Staff follow rigorous procedures to ensure pupil safety and manage bullying.
Behaviour and Attitudes of Pupils: Pupils' behaviour and attitudes are outstanding.
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: Leaders are acutely aware of pupils' vulnerabilities and work with external agencies for support.
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: Pupils take part in creative arts, including animation, photography, and fine art.
Balancing Academics with Extracurriculars: Creative arts are integrated into subjects to motivate learning.
Career Counselling Services: All pupils receive impartial careers advice and guidance.
Preparation for Next Key Stage: Pupils gain qualifications preparing them for their next steps in education or employment.
Support for SEND: Pupils with SEND receive personalized curriculum and support.
Subjects Offered: Core subjects: English, mathematics, science, PSHE; Creative arts include animation, photography, and fine art.
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The Complete Works Independent School is a All-through, Co-Ed school located in Greater London, London.
It has 90 students from age 5-18 yr.
At this school, 4% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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In 1999, Phil Richards established The Complete Works as a "Theatre in Education" organisation and started putting on educational plays, art projects, and seminars in public schools.
A particularly difficult-to-engage young person who was refusing to attend school was asked if Phil could find a way to teach him to read during the first year the company was in business.
As the business grew, we established a solid educational infrastructure and applied to be an exam centre so that students could take their GCSE exams there.
We requested independent school status from the Department of Education in 2013 because we wanted Ofsted to evaluate the calibre of our work.
Our experience working with young people who have lost interest in traditional schooling has taught us that reinvigorating an interest in learning cannot be done by simply reintroducing the failed model.
Our method of teaching involves first creating a secure space where children feel supported, then encouraging their creativity and providing them with opportunity to learn more.
Each student is taken into account on an individual basis, and a custom educational programme is created to satisfy his or her unique demands.
Although the term "theatre" is no longer in the company name, our goal has always been to "improve education via artistic means," and creativity is always at the heart of the work we do with all of our students.
Since the company's founding, we have helped thousands of young people re-engage with education, learn creatively, and succeed academically both within and outside the classroom setting.
The group continues to tour plays and present creative projects to other schools in London and the surrounding areas in addition to running our Independent School.
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A particularly difficult-to-engage young person who was refusing to attend school was asked if Phil could find a way to teach him to read during the first year the company was in business.
As the business grew, we established a solid educational infrastructure and applied to be an exam centre so that students could take their GCSE exams there.
We requested independent school status from the Department of Education in 2013 because we wanted Ofsted to evaluate the calibre of our work.
Our experience working with young people who have lost interest in traditional schooling has taught us that reinvigorating an interest in learning cannot be done by simply reintroducing the failed model.
Our method of teaching involves first creating a secure space where children feel supported, then encouraging their creativity and providing them with opportunity to learn more.
Each student is taken into account on an individual basis, and a custom educational programme is created to satisfy his or her unique demands.
Although the term "theatre" is no longer in the company name, our goal has always been to "improve education via artistic means," and creativity is always at the heart of the work we do with all of our students.
Since the company's founding, we have helped thousands of young people re-engage with education, learn creatively, and succeed academically both within and outside the classroom setting.
The group continues to tour plays and present creative projects to other schools in London and the surrounding areas in addition to running our Independent School.
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| Phase of Education | All-through | All-through |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Independent Schools | Independent Schools |
| Snobe grade |
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| Ofset report | Good | - |
| Age range | 5-18 | 2-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | - | - |
| Proficient Math | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 4% | 0% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | £548 to £4,800 |
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 | - | 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 | 7.7 | 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 | 4% | 46.04% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 13% | 60.32% | 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% | 53.54% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 18.86% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 28.07% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.38 | 3.74 | 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 | - | 93.05% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 128 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 90.19% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 21.33% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | - | 51.95% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 2.76% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | - | 13.86% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 0.9% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2% | 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 | 7.6 | 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% | 47.36% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 61% | 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% | 51.04% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 21.68% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 30.82% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.39 | 3.89 | 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 | - | 91.85% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 138 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 90.9% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 25.15% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | - | 50% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 3.75% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | - | 12.2% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 0.25% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 0.7% | 2.13% |
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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 | - | 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 | 8.5 | 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 | 2% | 38.97% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 7% 3 | 55.31% | 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% | 43.48% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 16.21% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 24.03% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.48 | 3.42 | 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 | - | 83.11% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 127 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 80.61% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 27.11% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | - | 42.06% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 3.17% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | - | 8.44% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 0.33% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.17% | 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 | - | 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 | 3.7 | 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 | 2% 5 | 35.85% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 4% 5 | 50.69% | 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% | 42.12% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 15.73% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 21.54% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.23 | 3.2 | 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 | - | 74.6% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 135 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 72% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 27.73% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | - | 40.53% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 2.2% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 0.2% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 0.47% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 0.47% | 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 | - | 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 | 10.9 | 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 | 7% | 33.58% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 9% | 47.77% | 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% | 39.12% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 18.08% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 20.73% | 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 | - | 72.85% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 129 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 21.08% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 22.85% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | - | 44.54% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.54% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 0% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 0.54% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 0.62% | 2.45% |
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| Holidays | Date |
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| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
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| 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 - 24th Jul 2025 |
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