Heather Field School - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)
Heather Field School
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Heather Field School
- All-through
- Stafford ST17 9JW
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| The quality of education | Outstanding |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Outstanding |
| Does the school meet the independent school standards? | Yes |
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Academic Progress: Pupils do well because teachers think about what to teach and when to teach it.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils’ behaviour is exemplary; they arrive on time and ready to learn.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Staff make sure that learning is accessible to all.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers and support staff know pupils well and make learning accessible.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Curriculum is well-sequenced, building new learning onto existing knowledge.
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: Teachers’ subject knowledge is strong and they are well-supported by training.
Communication with Parents: The school communicates effectively with parents through Ofsted Parent View.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders ensure any conflicts are resolved and maintain high expectations.
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: Leaders have designed a curriculum that matches national requirements and ensures repetition of key concepts.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: Pupils say there is no bullying, and unkind behavior is rare.
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: The school provides rich opportunities to develop pupils' character and understanding of different cultures.
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: The school offers a well-attended reading club.
Career Counselling Services: Pupils are supported in making informed career choices and attend local colleges.
Preparation for Next Key Stage: Pupils are well-prepared for their future choices through PSHE education and career opportunities.
Support for SEND: All pupils have special educational needs and/or disabilities and are well-supported in their learning.
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About Us
Heather Field School is a All-through, Co-Ed school located in Staffordshire, West Midlands.
It has 94 students from age 3-19 yr.
This school rated Outstanding by recent Ofsted inspection.
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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 | - | 26.68% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 41.8% | 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 | - | 18.48% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 7.11% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 11.04% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 2.66 | 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 | - | 92.05% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 134 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 82.6% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 40.22% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | - | 28.73% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 3.1% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | - | 10.63% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 4.33% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 5.06% | 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 | 7.6 | 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% | 30.76% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 13% | 45.03% | 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 | 0% | 18.51% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 9.26% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 12.65% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.71 | 2.81 | 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% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 134 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 86.11% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 42.62% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | - | 29.51% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 2.94% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | - | 11.19% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3.05% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.87% | 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.
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.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
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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 | 14th Apr 2025 - 25th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 22nd 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 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 21st Jul 2025 |
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