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Fernwood School

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Fernwood School is a top rated, Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Nottinghamshire, East Midlands.

It has 1326 students from age 11-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1.

This school rated Outstanding by recent Ofsted inspection.

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The DfE and Ofsted have recognised Fernwood, an outstanding 11–16 multi-cultural school, for its outstanding care and discipline in addition to its strong academic standards. In addition to being a specialist technology college in 2005 and a specialist school in mathematics and science in 2010, the institution received Leading Edge recognition for exemplary practise in 2004. Additionally, we are a recognised centre of excellence for sport, expressive arts, and languages. Fernwood secures a number of spots each year for pupils to enrol in a variety of courses, including A levels and the International Baccalaureate, through a direct connection with Bilborough College. According to recent data, a significant portion of our students enrol in higher education programmes, with many of them receiving admission to prestigious colleges like Oxford and Cambridge. The school provides equally effective occupational pathways to higher learning. Each youngster in our society is special and respected for their contributions to our culture. We have very high standards for everyone, and we stress in them the importance of decency, self-control, and respect from an early age. Our culture is based on the principles of equality of opportunity, respect for one another's differences, and tolerance of those needs. to push each student to achieve greater academic success and higher objectives. to instil in students the morals and qualities needed to make them confident, successful, and responsible members of society. educate students the importance of self-discipline, perseverance, and effort so they can become lifelong learners. to prepare students for a society with evolving requirements in terms of science, technology, and the global community.
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Ofset report
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Age range
11-16 11-18 11-16 11-16
Gender
Co-Ed Co-Ed Co-Ed Co-Ed
Student teacher ratio
15.8 14.2 20.3 17.3
Proficient Math
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Proficient Read
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Grade 5 or above GCSE
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Grade 5 or above A Level
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Secondary Exam Result

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 0.43 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 58 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 70% 29.19% 32.61%
Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs 83% 42.29% 45.1%

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 43% 19.26% 24.73%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above 33% 8.55% 12.88%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above 38% 11.19% 17.02%
EBacc average points score 5.19 2.72 2.95

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% 86.87% 90.4%
Total number of pupils included in destination measures 200 126 140
Pupils staying in education 92% 83.26% 86.27%
Further education college or other further education provider 28% 36.78% 34.04%
School sixth forms 14% 21.26% 30.65%
Sixth form colleges 50% 9.43% 10.43%
Other education destinations 0% 15.83% 11.17%
Pupils in apprenticeships 3% 1.26% 1.99%
Pupils staying in employment 2% 2.43% 2.16%

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 0.27 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 52.4 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 56% 2 24.38% 29.11%
Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs 78% 8 36.97% 43.21%

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 70% 18.38% 25.64%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above 28% 7.93% 11.36%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above 44% 5 11.03% 16.36%
EBacc average points score 4.83 2.5 2.87

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 94% 80.39% 90.18%
Total number of pupils included in destination measures 201 107 134
Pupils staying in education 88% 75.56% 84.02%
Further education college or other further education provider 26% 34.5% 33.35%
School sixth forms 8% 20.56% 31.04%
Sixth form colleges 52% 8.39% 8.49%
Other education destinations 1% 12% 11.16%
Pupils in apprenticeships 3% 2.5% 3.4%
Pupils staying in employment 2% 2.39% 2.77%

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 0.22 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 50.5 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 54% 3 24.26% 29.05%
Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs 70% 4 36.37% 42.47%

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 65% 16.56% 24.62%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above 28% 10 7% 11.22%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above 39% 4 9.56% 15.89%
EBacc average points score 4.67 2.38 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 92% 68.76% 84.85%
Total number of pupils included in destination measures 199 110 140
Pupils staying in education 87% 63.35% 73.9%
Further education college or other further education provider 21% 23% 28.39%
School sixth forms 15% 21.94% 31.38%
Sixth form colleges 50% 4.53% 9.1%
Other education destinations 2% 11.53% 5.93%
Pupils in apprenticeships 3% 2.41% 2.96%
Pupils staying in employment 2% 1.24% 2.07%

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 0.16 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 50.1 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 51% 24.71% 29.39%
Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs 74% 36.81% 42.95%

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 84% 20.81% 25.15%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above 38% 7.76% 14.59%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above 43% 9.19% 16.14%
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 93% 77.08% 85.18%
Total number of pupils included in destination measures 203 133 144
Pupils staying in education - 60.31% 58.14%
Further education college or other further education provider 30% 25.15% 30.57%
School sixth forms - 25.31% 31.99%
Sixth form colleges 51% 5.92% 9%
Other education destinations - 14.46% 5.74%
Pupils in apprenticeships 4% 3.69% 4.78%
Pupils staying in employment - 2.23% 2.47%
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Autumn Half Term Holidays 23rd Oct 2023 To 3rd Nov 2023
Winter Holidays 21st Dec 2023 To 3rd Jan 2024
Spring Half Term Holidays 12th Feb 2024 To 16th Feb 2024
Spring Holidays 29th Mar 2024 To 12th Apr 2024
Summer Half Term Holidays 27th May 2024 To 31st May 2024
Summer Holidays 29th Jul 2024 To 29th Aug 2024
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Spring Term 4th Jan 2024 To 11th Feb 2024
Spring Term-2 17th Feb 2024 To 28th Mar 2024
Summer Term 13th Apr 2024 To 26th May 2024
Summer Term-2 1st Jun 2024 To 28th Jul 2024
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