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Furze Platt Senior School
- Secondary
- Windsor and Maidenhead SL6 7NQ
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | 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 achieve above average standards, especially in English and mathematics.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are polite, mature, and supportive of each other. They behave very well and know how to keep themselves safe.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers have good subject knowledge and focus on delivering quality feedback.
Current Educational Practices: Teachers use wide range of techniques to challenge pupils' thinking and discuss learning confidently.
Strengths and Challenges: Strong subject knowledge and behavior management; small amount of teaching lacks challenge for most able pupils.
Opportunities for Involvement: Pupils enjoy many different extracurricular activities, which parents comment positively on.
Communication: The school has effective communication through online Parent View questionnaire and regular checks on pupil’s progress.
Parent Satisfaction: A very large majority of parents praised leaders’ rapid response to concerns raised.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders' rapid response to concerns raised and work to prepare pupils for joining Year 7.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Headteacher led improvements, raising the quality of teaching and learning.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Assemblies and tutor periods foster wider appreciation of future opportunities and highlight safety issues such as internet safety and radicalization.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Concerns about bullying are rare, dealt with swiftly by teachers.
Extracurricular Offerings: Broad range of extracurricular activities including sports, creative activities, and specific challenges like Maths Challenge.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: High-quality assemblies, extracurricular activities promote personal development and balance.
Career Counselling Services: Effective careers advice, well matched to needs, interests, abilities. Annual careers fair valued by students.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Strong academic and vocational programmes, preparation for future education or employment seen as a strength.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Specialist resource base supports pupils with autism; support for pupils with special educational needs improving but still needs refinement.
Subjects Offered: Wide choice of academic and vocational courses, including rigorous and challenging pathways, supporting future employment and higher education.
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Furze Platt Senior School is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Berkshire, South East.
It has 1530 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 17 : 1.
At this school, 46% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
95.70% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Furze Platt is a highly aspirational, successful, and totally inclusive institution that offers exceptional instruction to help all of its students achieve extraordinary results. Furze Platt has the highest standards for both its personnel and students. We want kids to put in a lot of effort both inside and outside of the classroom, set high standards for themselves, and succeed. They should move on to highly competitive programmes at prestigious institutions, such as Russell Group and Oxbridge, or into demanding and rewarding employment through demanding apprenticeships or additional education. Students at Furze Platt excel in every area of their education, including the academics, practicals, sports, arts, and careers. We want students to be the best they can be at all times and to value, enjoy, and achieve in their lectures, courses, and credentials. Furze Platt consistently strives to rank among the institutions with the best levels of student achievement and development both locally and nationally. Furze Platt is pleased to serve such a diverse population. Regardless of gender, faith, nationality, or ethnic origin, we aim to bring out the best in every student. We want everyone to attain extraordinarily high standards as a result of a welcoming, understanding, and inclusive atmosphere. Regardless of where they are in their study, students are given challenges and support both in and outside of the classroom. Everyone is encouraged to maximise their skills, fulfil their potential, and thrive in college or other higher education, their careers, and in life. All pupils receive a top-notch education at Furze Platt. Our extensive core curriculum is complemented by numerous other academic, athletic, practical, creative, and vocational activities offered both inside and outside of the school. In a dynamic learning environment, our diligent students are instructed by topic specialists who are both highly talented and passionate. Our cutting-edge facilities and resources are kept in the best possible condition.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
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| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-16 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 17.3 | 15.1 | 16.8 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 46% | 48% | 26% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 17.00% | - | 7.10% |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
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 | 0.06 | 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 | 48.2 | 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 | 46% | 31.95% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 67% | 44.16% | 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 | 28% | 22.32% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 13% | 10.42% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 18% | 14.84% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.17 | 3.2 | 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 | 94% | 85.73% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 202 | 141 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 88% | 81.45% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 17% | 25.09% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 61% | 48.45% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 9% | 6.27% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | SP | 1.64% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 2% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 2.27% | 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 | 0.1 | 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 | 53.5 | 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 | 58% | 33.58% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 76% | 46.74% | 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 | 87% | 27% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 29% | 14.21% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 42% | 19% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.03 | 3.37 | 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 | 96% | 86.55% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 188 | 142 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 84.09% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 27% | 29.09% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 54% | 48% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 9% | 5.73% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 1.36% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 0.91% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 1.64% | 2.13% |
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 | 0.02 | 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 | 53% 6 | 30.39% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 74% 1 | 45.11% | 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 | 68% | 31.33% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 21% 5 | 14.44% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 30% 4 | 21.28% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.77 | 3.38 | 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 | 95% | 94.1% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 185 | 151 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 89% | 89.1% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 19% | 27.9% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 59% | 54.5% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 11% | 5.2% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 1.2% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 2.9% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 2.4% | 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 | 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 | 51.3 | 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 | 47% 1 | 34.71% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 75% 4 | 49.18% | 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 | 39% | 34% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 16% 2 | 17.29% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 26% 6 | 24.76% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.59 | 3.8 | 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 | 92% | 95.11% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 186 | 160 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 85% | 79.89% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 22% | 29.11% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 58% | 52.44% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 5.78% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 0.22% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 2.33% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 2.44% | 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 | 0.17 | 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 | 51 | 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 | 46% | 37.06% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 71% | 52.25% | 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 | 30% | 31.06% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 18% | 20.5% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 20% | 22.31% | 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 | 96% | 95% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 222 | 168 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 94% | 61.33% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 32% | 31.22% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 52% | 53.67% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 2.78% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 0.44% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 4.11% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 1.78% | 2.45% |
A level exam result
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 33.24 | 36.02 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 35.3 | 36.53 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 17.00% | 19.48% | 13.67% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 148 | 103 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 64% | 64.78% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 1% | 4.33% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 21% | 21.67% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 9% | 5.67% | 9.05% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 36.33 | 39.59 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 36.91 | 40.19 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 14.6% | 24.94% | 17.7% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 138 | 94 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 66% | 69.78% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 0% | 2.67% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 23% | 16.89% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 10% | 7.44% | 10.69% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 34.71 2 | 31.57 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 36.12 1 | 31.44 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 18.6% | 18.59% | 13.07% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 109 | 102 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 67% | 59.75% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 2% | 7.5% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 28% | 22.13% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 2% | 8.13% | 8.8% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 32.25 1 | 33.13 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 37.01 | 33.56 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 25.0% | 21.46% | 13.37% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 6 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 35 | 19.25% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 2% | 5.5% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 26% | 19.38% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 12% | 4.25% | 4.22% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 33.53 | 28.79 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 37.52 | 31.4 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 22.8% | 21.11% | 12.64% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 7 | 3 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 26 | 25.63% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 5.13% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 22% | 23.38% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 3% | 4.23% |
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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 | 24th Jul 2025 - 2nd Sep 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 3rd 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 - 23rd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
17 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Furze Platt Senior School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
