Darwin School - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)

Darwin School
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The quality of education Good
Behaviour and attitudes Good
Personal development Good
Leadership and management Good
Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Good
Sixth-form provision Insufficient Evidence
Does the school meet the independent school standards? Yes
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Academic Progress: Individualised teaching addresses gaps in English and mathematics.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Staff resolve issues quickly, incidents of bullying are addressed.
Qualifications and Training: Staff generally have good subject knowledge.
Current Educational Practices: Teachers use assessment to target gaps in knowledge.
Strengths and Challenges: Recent staffing changes mean some teach outside their specialism.
Communication: School meets statutory requirements and communicates effectively.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents' opinions are considered during inspections.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents can give feedback via Ofsted Parent View.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders handle conflicts quickly, following up effectively.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders ensure a balance of nurture and academic support.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Staff follow a calm and consistent approach to behaviour management.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Pupils are taught ways to manage their own behaviour.
Extracurricular Offerings: Regular trips and activities like bird watching and nature walks.
Career Counselling Services: Pupils receive independent careers advice and guidance.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Pupils are prepared for the next stage of education.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Staff have knowledge in identification and management of SEND support.
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About Us

Darwin School is a Middle Deemed Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Hertfordshire, East of England.

It has 4 students from age 8-18 yr.

This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.

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Phase of Education Middle Deemed Secondary Middle Deemed Secondary
Type Special Schools Special Schools
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Ofset report Good Good
Age range 8-18 7-16
Gender Co-Ed Co-Ed
Student teacher ratio - -
Proficient Math - -
Proficient Read - -
Grade 5 or above GCSE - -
Grade 5 or above A Level - -
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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 - 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 - 23.53% 29.96%
Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs - 36.72% 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 - 16.37% 25%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above - 6.7% 10.88%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above - 10.14% 15.47%
EBacc average points score - 2.34 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 - 91.9% 90.52%
Total number of pupils included in destination measures - 142 144
Pupils staying in education - 80.52% 84.15%
Further education college or other further education provider - 20.29% 32.75%
School sixth forms - 13.9% 29.73%
Sixth form colleges - 41.33% 10.22%
Other education destinations - 5.19% 11.48%
Pupils in apprenticeships - 4.43% 2.8%
Pupils staying in employment - 6.95% 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 - 28.4% 32.78%
Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs - 42.14% 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 - 20.48% 24.88%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above - 9.38% 12.99%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above - 13.62% 17.14%
EBacc average points score - 2.58 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 - 92.29% 90.39%
Total number of pupils included in destination measures - 138 140
Pupils staying in education - 85.76% 86.27%
Further education college or other further education provider - 26.29% 34.03%
School sixth forms - 14.1% 30.75%
Sixth form colleges - 39.52% 10.38%
Other education destinations - 5.9% 11.13%
Pupils in apprenticeships - 2.57% 1.99%
Pupils staying in employment - 4% 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 - 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 6.9 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% 25.73% 29.24%
Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs 0% 39.82% 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% 22.03% 25.76%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above 0% 9.03% 11.44%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above 0% 14.09% 16.45%
EBacc average points score 0.25 2.53 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 - 93.67% 90.21%
Total number of pupils included in destination measures - 119 135
Pupils staying in education - 84.4% 84.08%
Further education college or other further education provider - 29.33% 33.3%
School sixth forms - 16.73% 31.15%
Sixth form colleges - 30.47% 8.45%
Other education destinations - 7.8% 11.19%
Pupils in apprenticeships - 4.67% 3.4%
Pupils staying in employment - 4.6% 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 - 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 4.9 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% 26.63% 29.18%
Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs 0% 39.22% 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% 23.16% 24.69%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above 0% 9.91% 11.29%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above 0% 14.94% 15.97%
EBacc average points score 0.25 2.54 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% 84.86%
Total number of pupils included in destination measures - 132 140
Pupils staying in education - 80.93% 73.88%
Further education college or other further education provider - 24.64% 28.32%
School sixth forms - 19.36% 31.51%
Sixth form colleges - 32.93% 9.07%
Other education destinations - 8.29% 5.94%
Pupils in apprenticeships - 3.5% 2.96%
Pupils staying in employment - 3.36% 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 - 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 3.5 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% 25.13% 29.51%
Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs 0% 38.58% 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% 23.29% 25.21%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above 0% 13.87% 14.68%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above 0% 16.52% 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 - 95.54% 85.23%
Total number of pupils included in destination measures - 134 144
Pupils staying in education - 77.46% 58.15%
Further education college or other further education provider - 39.54% 30.56%
School sixth forms - 18.38% 32.11%
Sixth form colleges - 23.38% 8.95%
Other education destinations - 9.23% 5.75%
Pupils in apprenticeships - 6.31% 4.78%
Pupils staying in employment - 3.23% 2.46%
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Autumn Half Term Holidays 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024
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