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Heltwate School
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Good |
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Academic Progress: Pupils are making the progress they should with detailed and comprehensive measurement systems.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well, are happy and settled in a nurturing environment.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Regular meetings identify pupils not on track and provide one-to-one support.
Academic Progress: Pupils progress well with individually tailored learning plans.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Staff skilled in managing behaviour; promotes positive attitudes.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Teaching adapts to offer additional support where needed.
Teacher Engagement: Staff are fully aware of responsibilities and many take on leadership roles.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Adults work effectively with pupils to ensure they make progress.
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: Staff are more effective and contribute to improving standards.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers are skilled in planning necessary life skills activities.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Effective teaching leads to qualifications preparing pupils for post-school life.
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: Staff are proud but need more support for managing challenging behaviours.
Opportunities for Parent Involvement: Workshops explain how teachers assess pupils’ progress.
Communication with Parents: Parents receive clear written information about their child’s achievements.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents who spoke with inspectors agree that pupils feel safe and concerns are dealt with well.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents express satisfaction through surveys.
Opportunities for Parent Involvement: Parent feedback is considered, promoting involvement.
Communication with Parents: School uses Ofsted Parent View for feedback.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders take swift actions when there are concerns.
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: Staff empowered for leadership roles to help raise standards.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders address needs and concerns effectively.
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: Well-planned curriculum pathways enhance education quality.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: Processes for reporting concerns are strong, ensuring timely help.
Behaviour and Attitudes of Pupils: Behaviour is exemplary, particularly during dining times.
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: Detailed behaviour support plans help staff effectively support pupils.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: Safeguarding arrangements are effective.
Behaviour and Attitudes of Pupils: Positive culture around behaviour and attitudes.
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: Pupils learn to communicate and care for themselves.
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: Pupils enjoy activities like cooking lessons that offer real-life experiences.
Balancing Academics with Extracurriculars: Practical skills in curriculum support real-life situational learning.
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: Variety of activities like trips and kayaking offered.
Balancing Academics with Extracurriculars: Activities build resilience and independence.
Outdoor Facilities: Pupils enjoy outdoor activities such as park walks.
Career Counselling Services: Strong transition arrangements support students moving to college.
Career Counselling Services: Experiences in careers like woodwork provided.
Preparation for Next Key Stage: Pupils well-prepared for life after school.
Preparation for Next Key Stage: Post-16 curriculum needs improvement to fully prepare students for adulthood.
Support for SEND: Individual education plans include detailed objectives and progress is closely monitored.
Support for SEND: Specialises in severe learning difficulties, offering tailored support.
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About Us
Heltwate School is a All-through, Co-Ed school located in Cambridgeshire, East of England.
It has 212 students from age 4-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 7 : 1.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Heltwate's vision is to offer a joyful, engaging, encouraging, secure, and positive atmosphere that sets high standards and fosters a strong sense of community. establishing a LEARNING atmosphere based on joy, fun, and effort, and making individual achievement the greatest it can be; SHARING and celebrating all pupil's achievements no matter how small the step;. and celebrating all pupil's achievements no matter how small the step; GROWING the life skills of pupils as they, themselves grow and develop socially; and. the life skills of pupils as they, themselves grow and develop socially; and Instilling a CARING, community ethos throughout the school.
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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 | - | 92 | 97 |
| Reading | - | 91 | 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% | 48.77% | 55.92% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 4.19% | 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 | -6.2 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -6 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -5.6 | 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 | - | 97 | 96 |
| Reading | - | 96 | 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% | 53.78% | 60.39% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 6.52% | 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 | 0.5 | Average |
| Writing | -0.7 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.9 | Below 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 | - | 90 | 94 |
| Reading | - | 90 | 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% | 47.93% | 59.48% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 5.51% | 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 | -6.4 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -5.4 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -7.8 | Well Below 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 | - | 85 | 93 |
| Reading | - | 85 | 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% | 43.46% | 56.27% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 5.03% | 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 | -9.6 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -8.6 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -9.4 | Well Below 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 | - | 29.09% | 29.96% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 44.91% | 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 | - | 13.55% | 25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 7.14% | 10.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 9.86% | 15.47% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 2.7 | 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% | 87.81% | 90.52% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 17 | 148 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 83.25% | 84.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 47% | 36.69% | 32.75% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 40.31% | 29.73% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.19% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 53% | 6.19% | 11.48% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 2.31% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 2.31% | 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 | - | 30.36% | 32.78% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 44.32% | 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 | - | 13.73% | 24.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 8.45% | 12.99% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 10.86% | 17.14% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 2.67 | 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% | 93.87% | 90.39% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 17 | 158 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 90.07% | 86.27% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 59% | 36.13% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 46.6% | 30.75% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.2% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 41% | 7.2% | 11.13% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 0.93% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 2.87% | 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 | - | 24.6% | 29.24% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 40.45% | 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 | - | 20.95% | 25.76% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 8.75% | 11.44% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 12.75% | 16.45% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 2.7 | 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 | 93% | 85.46% | 90.21% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 15 | 144 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 93% | 81.92% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 47% | 38.38% | 33.3% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 34.92% | 31.15% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.08% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 47% | 8.54% | 11.19% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 1.85% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 1.69% | 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 | - | 25.05% | 29.18% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 40% | 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 | - | 24.58% | 24.69% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 8.53% | 11.29% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 13.79% | 15.97% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 2.63 | 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 | 93% | 94.2% | 84.86% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 15 | 157 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 78.6% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 47% | 35.3% | 28.32% |
| School sixth forms | - | 40.3% | 31.51% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0% | 9.07% |
| Other education destinations | - | 7.2% | 5.94% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.7% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.9% | 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 | - | 22.56% | 29.51% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 32.78% | 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 | - | 19.17% | 25.21% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 9.33% | 14.68% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 10.61% | 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% | 94.6% | 85.23% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 13 | 156 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 72.7% | 58.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 38% | 35.9% | 30.56% |
| School sixth forms | - | 39.3% | 32.11% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | 62% | 12.5% | 5.75% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 4.4% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.8% | 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 | 24th Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 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
7 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Heltwate School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1