The Holden School - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)
The Holden School
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The Holden School
- All-through
- Wigan WN7 4SB
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Good |
| Does the school meet the independent school standards? | Yes |
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Academic Progress: Pupils make positive progress through a carefully adapted curriculum.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are supported to behave well, and classrooms are typically purposeful and calm.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Staff act swiftly to avoid pupils’ frustrations from escalating.
Teacher Engagement: Staff feel well supported by recent changes to leadership roles.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Teachers use effective assessment methods to tailor learning.
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: Some teachers do not consistently choose effective activities; thus, some pupils underachieve.
Opportunities for Parent Involvement: Parents value the school’s social events, such as bingo nights and school discos.
Communication with Parents: The school communicates effectively about social events and achievements.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents and pupils value the school's support and social events.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders act swiftly to handle bullying and conflicts, ensuring pupil safety.
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: Leaders have thought carefully about improving curriculum delivery.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: School has robust systems for managing bullying and ensuring pupil safety.
Behaviour and Attitudes of Pupils: Pupils’ behaviour is generally good, aided by staff’s effective support.
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: Positive culture around safeguarding that puts pupils’ interests first.
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: Pupils engage in various activities like swimming, gym, cooking, and coding.
Balancing Academics with Extracurriculars: Pupils gain valuable experiences outside the classroom supporting their overall development.
Career Counselling Services: Timely advice helps pupils make informed choices about careers.
Preparation for Next Key Stage: Pupils are well-prepared for appropriate next steps post-school.
Support for SEND: Staff are trained to recognize and manage specific SEND, providing tailored lessons.
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The Holden School is a All-through, Co-Ed school located in Greater Manchester, North West.
It has 84 students from age 4-18 yr.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Outstanding |
| Age range | 4-18 | 4-19 | 2-19 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
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| Student teacher ratio | - | 7.2 | 6.8 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st Oct 2024 - 25th Oct 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 | 21st Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 20th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 26th Oct 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 - 20th Jul 2025 |
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