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Effectiveness of leadership and management Good
Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Requires Improvement
Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good
Personal development, behaviour and welfare Good
Outcomes for pupils Good
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Academic Progress: Pupils, including those who are disadvantaged, make good progress from when they enter the school.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Leaders quickly identify barriers to learning and ensure that provision addresses educational, social and emotional needs.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave very well in lessons but show inconsistent behavior in unstructured situations.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers share leaders’ ambition, planning effectively to meet the needs of each pupil and challenge them appropriately.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Teachers' good organization maximizes learning time and supports pupil concentration, leading to strong progress.
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: Teachers do not always give enough time to deepen knowledge and refine skills, and there is inconsistency in expectations of presentation.
Opportunities for Parent Involvement: Increased attendance at annual reviews is further strengthening the partnership between home and school.
Communication with Parents: Leaders use the school website to keep parents informed about the curriculum and activities.
Parent Satisfaction: A parent noted staff as caring and patient, with the school keeping them well-informed.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Governors are proactive about school improvement and regularly challenge leaders on provision quality and outcomes.
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: Leaders have successfully addressed previous areas for improvement, now ensuring a good quality of education.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: Safeguarding is effective, with clear staff responsibilities and strong emphasis on building resilience and safety awareness.
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: A positive and nurturing ethos is established where all pupils can succeed.
Behaviour and Attitudes of Pupils: Pupils behave well in lessons but are sometimes disrespectful in unstructured situations; adults’ responses can be inconsistent.
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: Pupils benefit from many trips, events, and social activities, enhancing their development.
Balancing Academics with Extracurriculars: School provides balanced opportunities combining academic and recreational activities, like visits to local activity centers.
Outdoor Facilities: Pupils participate in sporting events in local stadiums with regular learning outside the classroom.
Career Counselling Services: Through partnerships with local charities, pupils access vocational and accredited courses.
Preparation for Next Key Stage: Strong focus on qualifications and pathways to future employment prepares pupils well for transitions.
Support for SEND: Pupils with SEND, including those without an education, health and care plan, are well supported with tailored lesson plans.
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New Woodlands School is a All-through, Co-Ed school located in Greater London, London.

It has 100 students from age 5-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 5 : 1.

At this school, 0% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.

This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.

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Type Special Schools Special Schools Special Schools
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Ofset report Good Good Good
Age range 5-16 4-19 4-17
Gender Co-Ed Co-Ed Co-Ed
Student teacher ratio 5.8 6.1 5.9
Proficient Math 105 82 81
Proficient Read 112 - 85
Grade 5 or above GCSE 0% - 0%
Grade 5 or above A Level - - -
Day Fees - - -
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New Woodlands School Reviews
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I worked at New Woodlands School for a short period on many occasions I witnessed incidents that made me feel uneasy. If you challenge the headteacher she makes your work life miserable so I left. I hope all parents that have ever made a complaint get the justice they deserve. I wish all parents had the strength to come forward and speak out about the wrong doings in this school.
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 105 102 97
Reading 112 101 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 8% 59.17% 55.92%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 0% 5.98% 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 -13.9 Well Below Average
Writing -13.8 Well Below Average
Maths -13.9 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 4 95 96
Reading 98 4 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 0% 60.69% 60.39%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 0% 8.67% 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 -15.3 Well Below Average
Writing -17.6 Well Below Average
Maths -14.4 Well 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 92 1 91 94
Reading 94 4 92 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% 60.62% 59.48%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 0% 9.86% 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 -15.2 Well Below Average
Writing -12 Well Below Average
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 94 93
Reading 98 94 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% 57.43% 56.27%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 0% 7.7% 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 -9.9 Well Below Average
Writing -18.6 Well Below Average
Maths -13.9 Well 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 -1.67 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 2.3 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 0% 23.26% 29.96%
Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs 0% 32.53% 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 0% 26.32% 25%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above 0% 8.21% 10.88%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above 0% 12.47% 15.47%
EBacc average points score 0.19 2.47 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 86% 93.92% 90.52%
Total number of pupils included in destination measures 7 123 144
Pupils staying in education 71% 91% 84.15%
Further education college or other further education provider 57% 21.54% 32.75%
School sixth forms 14% 35% 29.73%
Sixth form colleges 0% 15.92% 10.22%
Other education destinations 0% 18.69% 11.48%
Pupils in apprenticeships 14% 1.77% 2.8%
Pupils staying in employment 0% 1.08% 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 - 25.89% 32.78%
Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs - 35.94% 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 - 26.17% 24.88%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above - 11.28% 12.99%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above - 16.11% 17.14%
EBacc average points score - 2.55 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% 96.33% 90.39%
Total number of pupils included in destination measures 6 118 140
Pupils staying in education 100% 95.5% 86.27%
Further education college or other further education provider 33% 20.17% 34.03%
School sixth forms 0% 35.17% 30.75%
Sixth form colleges 67% 19.25% 10.38%
Other education destinations 0% 20.92% 11.13%
Pupils in apprenticeships 0% 0.5% 1.99%
Pupils staying in employment 0% 0.33% 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.

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.

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 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

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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
5 : 1
Student teacher ratio at New Woodlands School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1

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