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Kingfisher School
- All-through
- Abingdon on Thames OX14 3RR
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Academic Progress: Pupils make good progress from their starting points.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Positive behaviour throughout the school.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Staff work determinedly to find and support pupils who do not attend school regularly.
Academic Progress: Pupils learn through well-planned, ambitious pathways tailored to their needs, promoting effective communication and independence
Behaviour and Attitudes: Behaviour is calm and purposeful, with staff helping manage emotions resulting in a positive atmosphere
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Staff work with specialists to set and meet individual targets, though some subjects need improved assessment systems
Teacher Engagement: Teachers and support staff hold high expectations for all pupils.
Teacher Engagement: Teamwork is encouraged among staff, who are well-trained to support SEND pupils
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Effective teaching enables pupils to develop skills and understanding, but some subject assessments need refinement
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Teaching is typically effective, though occasionally inconsistent.
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: Support staff are sometimes not used effectively in class.
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: Subject leadership strong in many areas, but developing in others affecting learning oversight
Opportunities for Parent Involvement: An overwhelming majority of parents are supportive of the school.
Communication with Parents: Parents feel the school is well led and communicate effectively.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents express high satisfaction with the school staff and management.
Opportunities for Parent Involvement: Parents feel profoundly positive about the school and its impact on their children
Communication with Parents: School actively engages with parents, with parental feedback used to guide inspections
Parent Satisfaction: Parents express high satisfaction, noting their children's happiness and improvement
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders take effective action to handle conflicts and concerns raised.
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: Leaders use additional funding effectively to remove barriers to learning.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders maintain a positive, open culture putting pupils’ interests first
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: Curriculum is ambitious and well-planned, adjustments focus on better oversight in some subjects
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: The school has robust safeguarding arrangements with effective monitoring routines.
Behaviour and Attitudes of Pupils: Respectful routines and positive behavior are established throughout the school.
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: Strong commitment to pupils’ well-being and safety.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: Safeguarding arrangements are effective, with a positive culture around safety
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: Sensory garden and swimming pool are utilized to support student wellbeing
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: The curriculum includes a wide range of learning experiences including practical and musical activities.
Balancing Academics with Extracurriculars: The unique curriculum offers flexibility to accommodate a wide range of pupils’ needs.
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: Activities like riding and charity work enrich pupils' experiences and talents
Balancing Academics with Extracurriculars: School promotes broader development, integrating life skills and community activities
Preparation for Next Key Stage: Changing to a system of grouping pupils based on need rather than age has transformed learning.
Career Counselling Services: Provides clear education, advice, and guidance on career opportunities
Preparation for Next Key Stage: Sixth form curriculum includes life skills and enterprise experience
Support for SEND: Strong focus on care and kindness, fostering safe and happy learning for SEND pupils
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Kingfisher School is a All-through, Co-Ed school located in Oxfordshire, South East.
It has 111 students from age 2-19 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 6 : 1.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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| Phase of Education | All-through | All-through |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
B-
|
B+
|
| Ofset report | Good | Outstanding |
| Age range | 2-19 | 3-19 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 6.7 | 6.6 |
| Proficient Math | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - |
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 | - | 93 | 97 |
| Reading | - | 94 | 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% | 54.36% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 8% | 7.42% |
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 | -5.1 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -3.8 | Below Average |
| Maths | -8.4 | Well 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 | - | 96 | 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 | 0% | 61.94% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 10.7% | 9.72% |
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 | 1.3 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.5 | Above Average |
| Maths | 0.4 | Average |
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 | - | 94 | 94 |
| Reading | - | 96 | 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 | 0% | 61.34% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 10% | 9.16% |
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 | -3.3 | Below Average |
| Writing | -3.8 | Below Average |
| Maths | -3.3 | Below Average |
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 | 93 |
| Reading | - | 97 | 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% | 59.54% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 9.89% | 8.19% |
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 | 0.6 | Average |
| Writing | 0.0 | Average |
| Maths | 0.0 | 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 | - | 26.14% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 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 | - | 16.39% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 8.29% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 11.17% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 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 | 100% | 90.53% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 6 | 131 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 83.43% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 0% | 27.47% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 36.26% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 4.11% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 100% | 15.77% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 2.91% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 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 | - | 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 | - | 29.39% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 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 | - | 18.13% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 11.6% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 13.95% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 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 | 100% | 86.02% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 6 | 128 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 81.24% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 0% | 28.5% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 37.37% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 3.89% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 100% | 11.5% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 2.39% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 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 | - | 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 | - | 25.22% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 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 | - | 18.45% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 8.34% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 12.03% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 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 | - | 90.15% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 5 | 140 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 83.31% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 29.05% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | - | 39.36% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 3.87% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | - | 11.23% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3.87% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 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 | - | 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 | - | 24.63% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 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 | - | 16.78% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 8.07% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 11.26% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 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 | - | 77.69% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 4 | 140 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 67.62% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 25% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | - | 36.74% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 3.79% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 2.38% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 4.41% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.87% | 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 | - | 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 | - | 25.51% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 35.98% | 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 | - | 17.37% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 11.17% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 12.06% | 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 | - | 80.97% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 1 | 150 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 71.61% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 29.91% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | - | 37.09% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 4.06% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 3.64% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 5.82% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3.55% | 2.45% |
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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
6 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Kingfisher School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1