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Icknield Community College
- Secondary
- Watlington OX49 5RB
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Previous inspection | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
| Education programmes for young people | Good |
| Outcomes for learners | Good |
| Quality of curriculum | Good |
| Pupils’ welfare, health and safety | Good |
| Does the school meet the independent school standards? | Yes |
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Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils treat staff respectfully, relationships largely harmonious.
Academic Progress: GCSE outcomes in some subjects were not as strong, new approaches introduced.
Qualifications and Training: Staff access a range of opportunities to collaborate and develop.
Current Educational Practices: Collaborative approach, stringently held to account.
Strengths and Challenges: Teaching doesn't consistently ensure subject-specific knowledge in KS3.
Opportunities for Involvement: Opportunities for leadership roles like head boy and head girl.
Communication: Parents commented on the school's care and focus on well-being.
Parent Satisfaction: Overwhelming majority of parents recommend the school.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Concerns reviewed by student services team efficiently.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Strong plans to develop the school further.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Safeguarding effective, systems fit for purpose.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Different types of support for pupils and families.
Extracurricular Offerings: Many extra-curricular opportunities, such as drama.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: High-quality extracurricular opportunities.
Managing and Supporting SEND: School has systems to support literacy needs.
Subjects Offered: Broad and balanced curriculum, added Spanish GCSE.
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About Us
Icknield Community College is a top rated, Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Oxfordshire, South East.
It has 732 students from age 11-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1.
At this school, 48% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Establish a setting where all pupils feel protected and safe.
We foster an environment at school where all kids are appreciated and where individuals' uniqueness are acknowledged and celebrated.
We want to encourage our kids' great learning within the larger school culture.
The best results for our students, in our opinion, come from amazing learning combined with good teaching and a rigorous curriculum (please see our statements on teaching and curriculum here).
At Icknield Community College, we support lifelong learning, and as such, we think that developing an excellent professional development programme is important.
Make sure students have the education and training necessary for the future.
We think it is essential to build the abilities our students will need for future schooling, training, or job, in addition to preparing them for the knowledge and skills they need to finish their exams efficiently.
Beginning in Year 7, our Careers Programme (link) lasts the entire five years that students are enrolled with us.
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We foster an environment at school where all kids are appreciated and where individuals' uniqueness are acknowledged and celebrated.
We want to encourage our kids' great learning within the larger school culture.
The best results for our students, in our opinion, come from amazing learning combined with good teaching and a rigorous curriculum (please see our statements on teaching and curriculum here).
At Icknield Community College, we support lifelong learning, and as such, we think that developing an excellent professional development programme is important.
Make sure students have the education and training necessary for the future.
We think it is essential to build the abilities our students will need for future schooling, training, or job, in addition to preparing them for the knowledge and skills they need to finish their exams efficiently.
Beginning in Year 7, our Careers Programme (link) lasts the entire five years that students are enrolled with us.
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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 | 11-16 | 11-16 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 16.4 | 15.1 | 18.6 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 48% | 48% | 56% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | 10.70% |
| 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 | 0.03 | 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 | 47.4 | 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% | 26.14% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 65% | 36% | 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 | 14% | 16.39% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 7% | 8.29% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 10% | 11.17% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.11 | 2.7 | 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 | 95% | 90.53% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 140 | 131 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 82% | 83.43% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 28% | 27.47% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 19% | 36.26% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 33% | 4.11% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 3% | 15.77% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 2.91% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 8% | 4.11% | 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 | 0.19 | 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 | 50.9 | 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% | 29.39% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 70% | 39.72% | 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 | 21% | 18.13% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 13% | 11.6% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 14% | 13.95% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.42 | 2.9 | 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 | 98% | 86.02% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 120 | 128 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 81.24% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 38% | 28.5% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 24% | 37.37% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 27% | 3.89% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 11.5% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 2.39% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 2.35% | 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 | 0.07 | 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 | 49.8 | 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 | 50% 12 | 25.22% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 73% 17 | 36.04% | 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 | 21% | 18.45% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 15% 9 | 8.34% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 18% 8 | 12.03% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.42 | 2.72 | 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 | 92% | 90.15% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 119 | 140 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 82% | 83.31% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 29% | 29.05% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 29% | 39.36% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 24% | 3.87% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 11.23% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 3.87% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 2.97% | 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 | -0.09 | 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 | 46.7 | 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 | 38% | 24.63% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 56% | 35% | 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 | 15% | 16.78% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 6% | 8.07% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 10% | 11.26% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.03 | 2.7 | 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 | 92% | 77.69% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 112 | 140 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 79% | 67.62% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 25% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 38% | 36.74% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 20% | 3.79% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 2.38% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 4.41% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 10% | 2.87% | 2.05% |
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 & terms
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
16 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Icknield Community College
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
