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Drumbeat School and ASD Service
- All-through
- Lewisham BR1 5LE
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Not Previously Inspected |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Outstanding |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
| 16 to 19 study programmes | Outstanding |
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Behaviour and Attitudes: Staff use various techniques to engage pupils, resulting in outstanding personal development and welfare.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: PPs and interventions help track and support diverse needs; however, consistencies vary.
Academic Progress: Progress is good overall, but some pupils, especially the most able, could achieve more with better targeted tasks.
Teacher Engagement: Staff value professional development opportunities and use them to improve practice.
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: Some staff involved in research projects, enhancing their professional skills.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Teaching is good, but consistency in setting challenging tasks is needed.
Opportunities for Parent Involvement: 'Stay and play' sessions encourage parent participation.
Communication with Parents: Regular workshops and close collaboration address parents' concerns and needs.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents appreciate involvement opportunities and the school's advice.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders are reflective and strive to meet pupil needs despite economic challenges.
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: Leaders introduced positive changes impacting pupil progress and have high aspirations.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: DSLs are highly experienced; staff remains vigilant about potential risks.
Behaviour and Attitudes of Pupils: Quiet and happy environment due to effective calming strategies.
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: Pupils' emotional well-being and safety receive high priority leading to outstanding progress.
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: Activities include BMX club, horse riding, drumming, and Shakespeare projects.
Balancing Academics with Extracurriculars: Pupils manage their independence skills through varied activities.
Outdoor Facilities: Includes allotment gardening, which teaches responsibility and independence.
Career Counselling Services: Wide range of placements prepare students for college or employment.
Preparation for Next Key Stage: Students' transitions to next stages are seamless with strong support.
Support for SEND: A comprehensive system assesses and tracks academic, behavioral, and social needs, allowing intervention and support.
Subjects Offered: Primary, Key Stage 1-4, and bespoke 16 to 19 study programmes tailored to individual needs.
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Drumbeat School and ASD Service is a All-through, Co-Ed school located in Greater London, London.
It has 274 students from age 4-19 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 6 : 1.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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The Drumbeat way is how we operate here. Children not only receive an education, but also an opportunity to better their lives. Every child in our care has the opportunity to travel, get active in the community, volunteer, and pursue a college education. To provide them more options in their lives, we aim to open doors. Although perseverance and patience are required, we pledge to support you and assist you in finding a solution. To ensure that your child makes extraordinary progress, we'll make sure that every lesson is excellent. We will create a library of extraordinary experiences where learning is enjoyable and appropriate for all requirements.
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| Phase of Education | All-through | All-through | All-through |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Special Schools | Special Schools | Special Schools |
| Snobe grade |
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C+
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 4-19 | 5-16 | 4-17 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 6.1 | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Proficient Math | 82 | 105 | 81 |
| Proficient Read | - | 112 | 85 |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | 0% | 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 | 82 | 102 | 97 |
| Reading | - | 101 | 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% | 59.17% | 55.92% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 5.98% | 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 | -5.5 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -4.4 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -5.3 | 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 | - | 60.69% | 60.39% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | - | 8.67% | 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 | - | - |
| Writing | - | - |
| Maths | - | - |
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 | - | 91 | 94 |
| Reading | - | 92 | 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% | 60.62% | 59.48% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 9.86% | 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 | 0 | - |
| Writing | 0.9 | Above Average |
| Maths | 1.1 | Above 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 | - | 94 | 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% | 57.43% | 56.27% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 7.7% | 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 | 1.3 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.2 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.9 | Above 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 | - | 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 | - | 23.26% | 29.96% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 32.53% | 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 | - | 26.32% | 25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 8.21% | 10.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 12.47% | 15.47% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 2.47 | 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 | 100% | 93.92% | 90.52% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 8 | 123 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 91% | 84.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 0% | 21.54% | 32.75% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 35% | 29.73% |
| Sixth form colleges | 13% | 15.92% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 88% | 18.69% | 11.48% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 1.77% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 1.08% | 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 | - | 25.89% | 32.78% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 35.94% | 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 | - | 26.17% | 24.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 11.28% | 12.99% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 16.11% | 17.14% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 2.55 | 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% | 96.33% | 90.39% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 18 | 118 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 95.5% | 86.27% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 11% | 20.17% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 35.17% | 30.75% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 19.25% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 89% | 20.92% | 11.13% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 0.5% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 0.33% | 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 | - | 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 | - | 21.73% | 29.24% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 33.2% | 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 | - | 21.93% | 25.76% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 7.8% | 11.44% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 11.53% | 16.45% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 2.26 | 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% | 93.82% | 90.21% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 12 | 126 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 91.09% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 0% | 20.18% | 33.3% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 38.36% | 31.15% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 12.73% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 100% | 20% | 11.19% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 0.82% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 1.82% | 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 | - | 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 | - | 24.6% | 29.18% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 36.47% | 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 | - | 24.87% | 24.69% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 8.67% | 11.29% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 14% | 15.97% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 2.52 | 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 | 95% | 92.09% | 84.86% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 19 | 128 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 74.64% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 20.18% | 28.32% |
| School sixth forms | - | 35.27% | 31.51% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 11.82% | 9.07% |
| Other education destinations | 63% | 16.27% | 5.94% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 0.18% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 0.36% | 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 | - | 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 | - | 22.5% | 29.51% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 36% | 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 | - | 21.79% | 25.21% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 11.36% | 14.68% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 13.07% | 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% | 82.82% | 85.23% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 17 | 117 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 33.82% | 58.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 41% | 20.55% | 30.56% |
| School sixth forms | - | 28.27% | 32.11% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 12.45% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | 59% | 5.36% | 5.75% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 1.27% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 0.55% | 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 Drumbeat School and ASD Service
Local authority ratio 18 : 1