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Lady Margaret School
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- Hammersmith and Fulham SW6 4UN
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| The quality of education | Outstanding |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Sixth-form provision | Outstanding |
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Academic Progress: Pupils achieve exceptional outcomes in a wide range of GCSE and A-level subjects.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Behaviour in lessons and around the school is exemplary.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers have excellent knowledge of the subjects that they deliver.
Current Educational Practices: Teachers use assessment well to identify misconceptions.
Strengths and Challenges: Debate and critical thinking are a feature of many lessons.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents can give feedback via Ofsted Parent View.
Communication: School communicates effectively through regular systems.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents' views are considered important by the school.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders provide high support through external counselling services.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders have high expectations and support professional development.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying is rare; the school takes a proactive approach to safety.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Clear behaviour policy ensures readiness, responsibility, and respect.
Extracurricular Offerings: A very wide range of extra-curricular activities available.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Students manage academic and extracurricular activities effectively.
Career Counselling Services: Comprehensive careers program starting from Year 7.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Students in the sixth form quickly develop as independent learners.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Leaders identify pupils with SEND accurately and plans are put in place to support their learning.
Subjects Offered: Wide range of GCSE and A-level subjects offered.
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About Us
Lady Margaret School is a Secondary, Girls, Church of England school located in Greater London, London.
It has 758 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 14 : 1.
At this school, 84% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
96.50% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Outstanding by recent Ofsted inspection.
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As a school, we strive to provide all of our students with a "goodly heritage" that includes a top-notch education, a variety of chances and extracurricular activities, and the opportunity to participate in and strengthen a supportive community.
We are grounded in our Christian faith and open to everybody as a Church of England academy.
Our Christian principles guide how we cooperate as a society and we promote an understanding of the significance and meaning of faith.
The school has a loving and purposeful Christian community as its ethos.
We value worship as a fundamental component of school life because we are a Church of England school.
It solidifies our identity and our school's Christian beliefs.
Our Chaplain plans and oversees the school's collective worship programme, which consists of four days of whole school worship and one day of form-based or year group worship.
All year groups of students are encouraged to engage in or start extracurricular organisations and activities and to enrich the school community.
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We are grounded in our Christian faith and open to everybody as a Church of England academy.
Our Christian principles guide how we cooperate as a society and we promote an understanding of the significance and meaning of faith.
The school has a loving and purposeful Christian community as its ethos.
We value worship as a fundamental component of school life because we are a Church of England school.
It solidifies our identity and our school's Christian beliefs.
Our Chaplain plans and oversees the school's collective worship programme, which consists of four days of whole school worship and one day of form-based or year group worship.
All year groups of students are encouraged to engage in or start extracurricular organisations and activities and to enrich the school community.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
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| Ofset report | Outstanding | Good | Outstanding |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 7-18 |
| Gender | Girls | Co-Ed | Boys |
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| Student teacher ratio | 14.1 | - | 10.4 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | 112 |
| Proficient Read | - | - | 113 |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 84% | 98% | 83% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 24.10% | 35.00% | 33.30% |
| 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 | 0.83 | 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 | 65.4 | 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 | 84% | 29.91% | 29.96% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 91% | 38.35% | 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 | 89% | 32.09% | 25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 51% | 18.04% | 10.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 62% | 23.83% | 15.47% |
| EBacc average points score | 6.25 | 3.21 | 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 | 97% | 85.06% | 90.52% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 117 | 92 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 97% | 83.75% | 84.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 9% | 19.25% | 32.75% |
| School sixth forms | 70% | 47.69% | 29.73% |
| Sixth form colleges | 7% | 4.94% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 11% | 12.06% | 11.48% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 0.69% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 0.69% | 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 | 0.55 | 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 | 64.1 | 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 | 73% | 32.65% | 32.78% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 90% | 39.87% | 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 | 85% | 31.57% | 24.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 55% | 18.83% | 12.99% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 71% | 23.43% | 17.14% |
| EBacc average points score | 6.11 | 3.3 | 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 | 96% | 87.31% | 90.39% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 114 | 92 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 96% | 86.19% | 86.27% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 4% | 18.5% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 78% | 49.69% | 30.75% |
| Sixth form colleges | 6% | 6.69% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 7% | 11.19% | 11.13% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 0.63% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 0.69% | 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 | 0.79 | 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 | 64.5 | 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 | 74% 7 | 30.18% | 29.24% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 91% 3 | 41.82% | 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 | 92% | 35.73% | 25.76% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 50% 4 | 16% | 11.44% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 71% 10 | 22.95% | 16.45% |
| EBacc average points score | 6.18 | 3.03 | 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 | 98% | 87.07% | 90.21% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 116 | 93 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 93% | 84.79% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 13% | 18.86% | 33.3% |
| School sixth forms | 67% | 50.79% | 31.15% |
| Sixth form colleges | 4% | 3.93% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 9% | 11.29% | 11.19% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 0.71% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 1.5% | 2.76% |
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 | 1.03 | 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 | 66.3 | 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 | 81% 7 | 29.86% | 29.18% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 88% | 40.05% | 42.58% |
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 | 88% | 31.43% | 24.69% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 54% 5 | 15.48% | 11.29% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 61% 1 | 19.9% | 15.97% |
| EBacc average points score | 6.2 | 2.99 | 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 | 97% | 76.85% | 84.86% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 119 | 91 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 94% | 47.46% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 11% | 18.92% | 28.32% |
| School sixth forms | 73% | 50.46% | 31.51% |
| Sixth form colleges | 3% | 1.54% | 9.07% |
| Other education destinations | 8% | 0.85% | 5.94% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 0% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 0% | 2.06% |
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 | 0.5 | 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 | 61.7 | 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 | 74% | 29% | 29.51% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 88% | 39% | 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 | 80% | 27.86% | 25.21% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 59% | 16.57% | 14.68% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 62% | 18.38% | 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 | 93% | 72.9% | 85.23% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 88 | 82 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 0% | 58.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 16% | 21.3% | 30.56% |
| School sixth forms | 66% | 45.2% | 32.11% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 1.2% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 0% | 5.75% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 0% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 0% | 2.46% |
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 | 43.04 | 37.54 | 29.99 |
| Average grade | B+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 42.65 | 35.83 | 29.55 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 24.10% | 26.46% | 13.64% |
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 | 78 | 148 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 79% | 64.3% | 58.59% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 0% | 1.5% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 15% | 16.4% | 21.14% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 11.2% | 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 | 45.34 | 37.68 | 33.4 |
| Average grade | A- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 45.1 | 37.56 | 32.48 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | A- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 36.5% | 30.11% | 17.69% |
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 | 75 | 206 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 87% | 73.44% | 60.66% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 0% | 1.22% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 7% | 7.56% | 17.72% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 11.67% | 10.7% |
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 | 38.33 1 | 32.8 | 29.38 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 38.31 3 | 31.25 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 24.1% | 25.94% | 13.04% |
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 | 88 | 197 | 231 |
| Students staying in education | 76% | 67% | 57.28% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 0% | 2.67% | 7.78% |
| Students entering employment | 8% | 12% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 8.89% | 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 | 39.86 2 | 33.16 | 29.02 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 41.18 1 | 32.32 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 26.3% | 28.81% | 13.34% |
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 | 11 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 10 | 18.88% | 31.48% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 5% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 11% | 8.38% | 15.8% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 2.75% | 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 | 37.49 | 27.56 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 40.5 | 29.69 | 27.74 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 21.8% | 22.18% | 12.63% |
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 | 4 | 10 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 5 | 18.5% | 36.22% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 1% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 6% | 13.88% | 20.04% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 4% | 7% | 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
14 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Lady Margaret School
Local authority ratio 16 : 1
