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The Harrodian School
- All-through
- Richmond upon Thames SW13 9QN
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Good |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
| Does the school meet the independent school standards? | Yes |
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Academic Progress: Pupils achieve highly and respond to high academic expectations.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave extremely well and feel happy and safe.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Small-group and one-to-one support is provided for pupils falling behind, especially those with SEND.
Academic Progress: Focus on British values enhances educational progress .
Behaviour and Attitudes: Poor behaviour rare, managed effectively .
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Robust systems for following up concerns .
Teacher Engagement: Teachers have secure subject knowledge and give clear explanations.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Teachers regularly check pupils' understanding and adapt teaching accordingly.
Teacher Engagement: Leaders provide support and challenge .
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Curriculum includes focus on diversity and inclusion .
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: Proprietor actively supports leaders .
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: Some staff need more expertise in phonics, especially in Years 2 and 3.
Opportunities for Parent Involvement: Parents work with staff to help pupils practise sounds at home.
Communication with Parents: Parents are kept informed and are positive about the school's pastoral care.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents emphasize quality of pastoral care and are highly positive about the school.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders deal with concerns swiftly and work well with external agencies.
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: Leaders have improved PSHE programme and provide broad curriculum choices.
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: Organizing governing body for improved governance .
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Improving complaints record management .
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: Bullying is not accepted and is dealt with quickly; pupils feel safe.
Behaviour and Attitudes of Pupils: Pupils behave extremely well and support each other.
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: Staff know pupils well and ensure their safety and well-being.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: Bullying incidents managed well .
Behaviour and Attitudes of Pupils: Inclusivity promoted through various activities .
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: Policies effectively implemented .
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: Wide range of clubs including textiles, chess, and abstract photography.
Balancing Academics with Extracurriculars: Pupils take full advantage of opportunities like the buddy scheme.
Outdoor Facilities: Extensive grounds support curriculum well but early years outdoor provision needs improvement.
Career Counselling Services: Well-developed careers guidance including apprenticeships and higher education.
Preparation for Next Key Stage: Students feel very well supported in planning for future careers.
Support for SEND: Pupils with SEND receive well-supported small-group and one-to-one teaching.
Subjects Offered: Broad curriculum with subjects like French, Latin, drama, 29 A-levels including 3D-design and philosophy.
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The Harrodian School is a All-through, Co-Ed school located in Greater London, London.
It has 1038 students from age 4-18 yr.
At this school, 97% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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| Phase of Education | All-through | All-through | All-through |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Independent Schools | Independent Schools | Independent Schools |
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| Ofset report | Good | - | Good |
| Age range | 4-18 | 4-19 | 3-19 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Girls | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | - | - | - |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 97% | 92% | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 39.50% | 38.00% | - |
| Day Fees | - | £2,446 to £5,106 | - |
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 | 75.2 | 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 | 97% | 35.14% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 98% | 42.52% | 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 | 61% | 28.81% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 58% | 19.19% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 60% | 23.14% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 6.89 | 3.88 | 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 | - | 94.91% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 145 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 91.45% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 28.36% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | - | 36.36% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 13.36% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | - | 13.36% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 1.27% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.09% | 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 | 72.3 | 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 | 93% | 37.85% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 95% | 45.9% | 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 | 58% | 33.2% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 55% | 21.2% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 58% | 25.95% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 6.57 | 4.19 | 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 | - | 84.64% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 138 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 82.91% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 30.82% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | - | 38.82% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 10.45% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | - | 2.82% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 0.36% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.45% | 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 | - | 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 | 75.3 | 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 | 97% 7 | 27% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 100% 8 | 35.5% | 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 | 80% | 24.8% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 70% 5 | 15.6% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 80% 5 | 20.15% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 7.12 | 3.53 | 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 | - | 83% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 138 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 80.38% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 26.5% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | - | 35.13% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 15.25% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | - | 3.5% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 1.38% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.5% | 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 | 67.3 | 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 | 90% | 25.1% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 92% | 33.25% | 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 | 75% | 24.25% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 65% | 15.05% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 75% | 19.35% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 6.38 | 3.29 | 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 | - | 82% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 136 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 67.63% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 26.88% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | - | 30.5% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 14% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 1.63% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 1% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.13% | 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 | 54.1 | 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 | 0% | 20.33% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 26.89% | 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% | 22% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 14.83% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 16.5% | 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 | - | 92.67% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 172 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 46.5% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 20.5% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | - | 35.83% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 22.83% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 0.33% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 1.67% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.33% | 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 | 48.36 | 35.82 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | A | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 48.15 | 35.67 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | A- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 39.50% | 28.97% | 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 | - | 102 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | - | 69.83% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 0.67% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | - | 15.67% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 8.33% | 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 | 51.31 | 39.92 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | A | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 51.83 | 40.07 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | A+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 41.5% | 33.64% | 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 | - | 102 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | - | 69.33% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 2.17% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | - | 13.33% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 9.33% | 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 | 44.45 | 34.66 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | B+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 44.32 | 34.94 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 27.2% | 25.51% | 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 | - | 69 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | - | 65.5% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 7.17% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | - | 15.33% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 6% | 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 | 44.14 1 | 34.18 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | B+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 44.09 1 | 33.51 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 21.4% | 24.58% | 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 | - | 5 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 0% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 0% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 0% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 6.33% | 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 | 43.14 | 32.23 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | B+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 43.85 | 32.36 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 28.6% | 23.08% | 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 | - | 0 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 0% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 0% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | - | 0% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 0% | 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 | 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 |
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