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The John Fielding Special School
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The John Fielding Special School
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Academic Progress: Pupils make good progress and are well-prepared for life after school.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils enjoy school, and the relationships between staff and pupils are very strong.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Staff use various strategies to support non-verbal pupils and ensure they make good progress.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers share planning and demonstrate good practice, effectively supporting development.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Improved communication has enabled better responses to learning activities, enhancing progress.
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: High morale and professional development are supported through visits and training.
Opportunities for Parent Involvement: The school organizes English classes for non-English-speaking parents, improving communication.
Communication with Parents: Parents appreciate improvements and the harmonious environment leaders have created.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents and carers appreciate the improvements made over the past year.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders respond promptly to concerns and escalate when necessary for pupil support.
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: New leaders have transformed the curriculum to meet pupils' needs.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: Safeguarding procedures are fit for purpose, with proactive measures in place.
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: Detailed support plans reduce physical restraint incidents, close work with parents helps.
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: Post-14 pupils participate in local drama groups, boosting self-esteem.
Balancing Academics with Extracurriculars: Older pupils study at Boston College one day a week, learning about global festivals.
Career Counselling Services: School leavers all secured places at Boston College to further their learning.
Support for SEND: Implemented apprenticeships and degree programs to support SEND pupils.
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The John Fielding Special School is a All-through, Co-Ed school located in Lincolnshire, East Midlands.
It has 151 students from age 2-19 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 7 : 1.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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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 | - | 97 | 97 |
| Reading | - | 98 | 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% | 52.39% | 55.92% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 5.83% | 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 | -4.8 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -4.7 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -1.9 | 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 | - | 96 | 96 |
| Reading | - | 95 | 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 | - | 57.39% | 60.39% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | - | 7.65% | 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 | - | - |
| Writing | - | - |
| Maths | - | - |
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 | - | 93 | 94 |
| Reading | - | 94 | 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 | - | 55.41% | 59.48% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | - | 7.18% | 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 | - | - |
| Writing | - | - |
| Maths | - | - |
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 | - | 91 | 93 |
| Reading | - | 92 | 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% | 50.9% | 56.27% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 6.33% | 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 | -2.1 | Below Average |
| Writing | -3.2 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.4 | 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 | - | 30.43% | 29.96% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 45.91% | 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 | - | 28.21% | 25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 12.71% | 10.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 17.91% | 15.47% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 2.95 | 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 | - | 87.97% | 90.52% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 5 | 117 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 81.09% | 84.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 35.53% | 32.75% |
| School sixth forms | - | 35.81% | 29.73% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 2.92% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | - | 6.8% | 11.48% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3.45% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3.48% | 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 | - | 33.17% | 32.78% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 47.6% | 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 | - | 25.86% | 24.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 14.83% | 12.99% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 19.56% | 17.14% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 3.03 | 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% | 89.59% | 90.39% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 6 | 114 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 85.4% | 86.27% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 0% | 36.73% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 37.49% | 30.75% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 2.76% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 100% | 8.43% | 11.13% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 2.25% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 2% | 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 | - | 32.19% | 29.24% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 48.84% | 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 | - | 31.49% | 25.76% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 14.25% | 11.44% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 21.06% | 16.45% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 3.19 | 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 | 100% | 88.19% | 90.21% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 6 | 112 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 82.76% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 0% | 32.5% | 33.3% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 39.62% | 31.15% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 2.48% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 100% | 8.21% | 11.19% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 3.69% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 1.78% | 2.76% |
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 | - | 33.23% | 29.51% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 49.43% | 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 | - | 30.75% | 25.21% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 17.77% | 14.68% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 19.89% | 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 | - | 84.13% | 85.23% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 2 | 119 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 39.94% | 58.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 29.19% | 30.56% |
| School sixth forms | - | 43.07% | 32.11% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 2.3% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 3.26% | 5.75% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 4.22% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.04% | 2.46% |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st Oct 2024 - 28th Oct 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 20th 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 - 3rd Sep 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th Sep 2024 - 20th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 29th Oct 2024 - 19th 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
7 : 1
Student teacher ratio at The John Fielding Special School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1