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The Hollyfield School and Sixth Form Centre
- Secondary
- Kingston upon Thames KT6 4TU
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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’ progress has steadily improved since the last inspection and is currently being sustained.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well and relationships based on mutual respect are strong. Pupils enjoy school and take pride in their work.
Qualifications and Training: Teaching is good. This is supported by a commonly agreed and consistently applied system of lesson planning, rigorous marking, effective training.
Current Educational Practices: Leaders evaluate the effectiveness of their work accurately and are well aware of current improvement areas, such as continuing to improve outcomes for disadvantaged pupils.
Strengths and Challenges: Teaching is not yet outstanding because pupils’ work is not always appropriately planned to enhance the learning of all groups.
Opportunities for Involvement: The headteacher operates a popular weekly ‘open door’ clinic.
Communication: There are well-attended information evenings for parents, which include topics such as helping to support their children’s learning.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents overwhelmingly endorse the view that pupils feel extremely safe in the school.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Concerns are dealt with rigorously and quickly. Leaders are well supported by the involvement of external agencies.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Governors now provide effective challenge and support the school. They understand well its strengths and improvement areas, especially the need to continue to improve the outcomes for disadvantaged pupils.
Managing Bullying and Safety: The school’s work to promote pupils’ personal development and welfare is outstanding.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: School leaders have created a very strong culture where the safeguarding of pupils is at the heart of all its work.
Extracurricular Offerings: Pupils’ learning is enhanced by a wide range of activities and clubs. Comprehensive sport and music programs support healthy lifestyles and cultural growth.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Pupils welcome these opportunities to extend their interests.
Career Counselling Services: High-quality impartial careers guidance is provided for all pupils and learners in the sixth form.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Learners make good progress and are well supported in their personal development.
Managing and Supporting SEND: The provision for pupils who have special educational needs or disability is good. They are well supported in their learning and make good progress.
Subjects Offered: The curriculum is broad and balanced.
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The Hollyfield School and Sixth Form Centre is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Greater London, London.
It has 1206 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.
At this school, 58% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
93.30% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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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 | Boys |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 18 | 15.1 | 18 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 58% | 48% | 46% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 5.70% | - | 20.00% |
| 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 | 0.37 | 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 | 54.3 | 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 | 58% | 38.74% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 78% | 47.63% | 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 | 56% | 38.53% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 31% | 21.68% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 43% | 27.37% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.90 | 3.63 | 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 | 93% | 96.5% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 175 | 130 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 94.71% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 20% | 17.5% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 52% | 53.57% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 18% | 7.21% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 16.5% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 0.93% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 0.79% | 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 | 0.24 | 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 | 55 | 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 | 60% | 41.44% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 80% | 50.83% | 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 | 60% | 40.78% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 35% | 25.78% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 44% | 31.83% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.06 | 3.93 | 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 | 93% | 96.86% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 173 | 126 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 95.5% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 28% | 20.21% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 54% | 53.36% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 8% | 5.71% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 16.5% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 0.71% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 0.71% | 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 | 0.03 | 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 | 49.5 | 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 | 48% 3 | 36.75% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 69% 1 | 46.63% | 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 | 59% | 36.38% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 25% 1 | 22.38% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 39% 2 | 28.13% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.49 | 3.62 | 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 | 96% | 89.58% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 175 | 118 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 95% | 87.75% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 19% | 18.08% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 58% | 52.25% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 18% | 5.75% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 11.83% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 0.75% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 1% | 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 | -0.08 | 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 | 49.1 | 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 | 45% 8 | 37.88% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 70% 4 | 45.94% | 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 | 63% | 36.31% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 26% 11 | 24.31% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 37% 4 | 28.75% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.49 | 3.62 | 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 | 94% | 80.25% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 170 | 115 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 89% | 77.5% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 19% | 16.58% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 56% | 51.92% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 3.33% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 3.67% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 0.92% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 0.42% | 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 | 0.32 | 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 | 52.3 | 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 | 53% | 37.5% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 74% | 46.31% | 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 | 67% | 36.69% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 37% | 27.13% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 41% | 28.5% | 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 | 93% | 79.08% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 179 | 120 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 38.67% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 22% | 16.5% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 46% | 49.75% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 3.17% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 0% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 1.33% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 1% | 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 | 32.46 | 33.71 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.38 | 30.89 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 5.70% | 22.3% | 13.67% |
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| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 97 | 237 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 71% | 62.73% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 1% | 2.82% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 14% | 14.36% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 6.55% | 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 | 34.17 | 36.51 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 35.92 | 33.8 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 17.2% | 29.25% | 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 | 96 | 352 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 64% | 70.3% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 2.1% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 15% | 12.4% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 10% | 8.9% | 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 | 32.27 1 | 32.75 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 31.41 6 | 31.56 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 7.0% | 22.83% | 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 | 73 | 228 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 67% | 65.8% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 3% | 5% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 18% | 16.2% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 11% | 7.9% | 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 | 33.59 2 | 31.01 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 37.27 5 | 31.58 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 18.0% | 22.78% | 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 | - | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 22.6% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 2.9% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 9.5% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 4.3% | 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 | 31.19 | 30.14 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.9 | 31.8 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 14.5% | 22.63% | 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 | 6 | 4 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 13 | 32.6% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 2.7% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 16% | 16.6% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 4% | 6% | 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 |
Students Teachers
18 : 1
Student teacher ratio at The Hollyfield School and Sixth Form Centre
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
