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The King John School
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- Castle Point SS7 1RQ
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Inadequate |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
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The King John School is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Essex, East of England.
It has 2052 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Welcome Message from the Headteacher Mrs McGauley
A very warm welcome to The King John School, a large, mixed comprehensive with a well-established sixth form. The school was created in 1949, and since then has served the ever-growing communities of Thundersley and Benfleet, as well as welcoming students from further afield. It is a popular, oversubscribed school where students' very high attendance and levels of achievement reflect their commitment and enjoyment of school life.
To enable our students to be happy and successful learners, we strive to create a caring, supportive and aspirational learning community, with high expectations and opportunities for all. We believe in offering a broad and balanced curriculum to enable students to flourish as individuals, and to achieve future success in whatever they choose to become later in life. This includes a strong emphasis on sport and the Arts. We strive to nurture and develop our global citizens of the future by celebrating success and valuing aspiration. We are determined every student should maximise their potential.
The recruitment, retention and training of fully-qualified staff play a key part in our drive to secure strong academic outcomes for all students, and to instil a life-long love of learning. We understand the vitally important role of partnerships between families and school, and value our relationships with all members of the community we serve.
We have a thriving sixth form, which has been significantly extended to provide a wealth of additional, state-of-the-art facilities. Students' destinations are very strong, and they progress to Higher Education, including Oxbridge and other Russell Group universities, apprenticeships and employment.
We hope this website provides an insight into our values, expectations and ambitions for all our learners, including our key priorities as a school for the future. However, if you would like to find out more about our school, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Melanie McGauley
Headteacher
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A very warm welcome to The King John School, a large, mixed comprehensive with a well-established sixth form. The school was created in 1949, and since then has served the ever-growing communities of Thundersley and Benfleet, as well as welcoming students from further afield. It is a popular, oversubscribed school where students' very high attendance and levels of achievement reflect their commitment and enjoyment of school life.
To enable our students to be happy and successful learners, we strive to create a caring, supportive and aspirational learning community, with high expectations and opportunities for all. We believe in offering a broad and balanced curriculum to enable students to flourish as individuals, and to achieve future success in whatever they choose to become later in life. This includes a strong emphasis on sport and the Arts. We strive to nurture and develop our global citizens of the future by celebrating success and valuing aspiration. We are determined every student should maximise their potential.
The recruitment, retention and training of fully-qualified staff play a key part in our drive to secure strong academic outcomes for all students, and to instil a life-long love of learning. We understand the vitally important role of partnerships between families and school, and value our relationships with all members of the community we serve.
We have a thriving sixth form, which has been significantly extended to provide a wealth of additional, state-of-the-art facilities. Students' destinations are very strong, and they progress to Higher Education, including Oxbridge and other Russell Group universities, apprenticeships and employment.
We hope this website provides an insight into our values, expectations and ambitions for all our learners, including our key priorities as a school for the future. However, if you would like to find out more about our school, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Melanie McGauley
Headteacher
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
B- 0
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B-
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B
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| Ofset report | Good | Requires Improvement | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-16 | 11-19 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 18.8 | 14.4 | 18.3 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
Secondary Exam Result
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 | 0.19 | 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 | 54.4 | 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 | 59% | 35.35% | 32.7% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 82% | 49.63% | 45.2% |
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% | 25.63% | 24.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 31% | 13.54% | 12.93% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 42% | 18.05% | 17.08% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.85 | 3.09 | 2.96 |
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% | 92.22% | 90.41% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 341 | 160 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 94% | 88.33% | 86.28% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 38% | 35.13% | 34.06% |
| School sixth forms | 56% | 32.18% | 30.68% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 7.45% | 10.44% |
| Other education destinations | SP | 13.59% | 11.12% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 1.59% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 2.23% | 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 | -0.21 | 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 | 48.6 | 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% 7 | 30.63% | 29.2% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 77% | 46.8% | 43.33% |
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 | 58% | 26.83% | 25.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 20% 1 | 12.05% | 11.41% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 31% 2 | 17.96% | 16.42% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.27 | 2.99 | 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 | 97% | 93.15% | 90.21% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 318 | 157 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 93% | 86.86% | 84.05% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 40% | 35.15% | 33.38% |
| School sixth forms | 53% | 31.48% | 31.08% |
| Sixth form colleges | SP | 7.04% | 8.48% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 13.23% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 3.32% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 2.98% | 2.77% |
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 | -0.04 | 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 | 50.8 | 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 | 52% 2 | 31.46% | 29.12% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 77% | 47.74% | 42.55% |
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 | 45% | 24.26% | 24.65% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 19% 14 | 11.57% | 11.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 29% 7 | 16.53% | 15.92% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.43 | 3.04 | 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 | 98% | 86.42% | 84.86% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 312 | 163 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 73.12% | 73.89% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 41% | 32.61% | 28.38% |
| School sixth forms | 50% | 32.39% | 31.43% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 6.1% | 9.11% |
| Other education destinations | - | 3.32% | 5.91% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3.51% | 2.97% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.99% | 2.07% |
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 | 0.31 | 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 | 53 | 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 | 54% | 34.06% | 29.45% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 77% | 50.38% | 43.01% |
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 | 52% | 26.99% | 25.18% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 33% | 16.62% | 14.63% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 36% | 18.32% | 16.18% |
| 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 | 97% | 87.47% | 85.18% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 319 | 177 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 95% | 72.32% | 58.14% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 44% | 35.92% | 30.59% |
| School sixth forms | 50% | 34.61% | 32.04% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 7.29% | 9.01% |
| Other education destinations | - | 3.6% | 5.68% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 8% | 5.54% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 2.96% | 2.46% |
A level exam result
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 | 40.19 | 32.52 | 33.36 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 42.3 | 30.6 | 32.43 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 13.3% | 12.93% | 17.63% |
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 | 229 | 230 | 249 |
| Students staying in education | 51% | 55.05% | 60.59% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 10% | 6.93% | 4.98% |
| Students entering employment | 29% | 22.93% | 17.76% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 11.05% | 10.71% |
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 | 35.06 2 | 28.54 | 29.34 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 36.69 | 29.03 | 28.6 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 9.9% | 10.4% | 12.99% |
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 | 215 | 235 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 57% | 50.59% | 57.23% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 10% | 9.96% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 23% | 25.78% | 21.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 8.31% | 8.81% |
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 | 33.68 | 28.93 | 28.97 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 36.08 | 29.67 | 28.76 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 11.2% | 10.78% | 13.27% |
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 | - | 3 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 53 | 46.09% | 31.71% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 11% | 8.35% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 31% | 23.63% | 15.82% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 3.8% | 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 | 33.38 | 25.34 | 26.71 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 36.72 | 27.56 | 27.74 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 10.9% | 9.09% | 12.59% |
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 | 45 | 52.07% | 36.45% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 13% | 8.59% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 26% | 25.18% | 20.08% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 4.73% | 4.25% |
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Holidays 2023/24
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 23rd Oct 2023 - 27th Oct 2023 |
| Winter Holidays | 21st Dec 2023 - 3rd Jan 2024 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 19th Feb 2024 - 23rd Feb 2024 |
| Spring Holidays | 29th Mar 2024 - 12th Apr 2024 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 27th May 2024 - 31st May 2024 |
| Summer Holidays | 24th Jul 2024 - 30th Aug 2024 |
Terms Dates 2023/24
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th Sep 2023 - 22nd Oct 2023 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 28th Oct 2023 - 20th Dec 2023 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2024 - 18th Feb 2024 |
| Spring Term-2 | 24th Feb 2024 - 28th Mar 2024 |
| Summer Term | 13th Apr 2024 - 26th May 2024 |
| Summer Term-2 | 1st Jun 2024 - 23rd Jul 2024 |
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