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Orleans Park School
- Secondary
- Richmond upon Thames TW1 3BB
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Not Previously Inspected |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Outstanding |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Outstanding |
| Outcomes for pupils | Outstanding |
| 16 to 19 study programmes | Outstanding |
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Academic Progress: Pupils achieve outstanding outcomes in public examinations. Current pupils are also making very strong progress.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils exhibit excellent standards of behavior throughout the school.
Qualifications and Training: Newly qualified teachers are effusive about the care, support and opportunities they are given to develop as professionals.
Current Educational Practices: Training for teachers is targeted and focused on ‘getting it right in the classroom’.
Strengths and Challenges: Teachers provide pupils with many opportunities to explore and discuss complex issues.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parent councils have been set up in each key stage to support all pupils.
Communication: Almost all parents feel their child is happy and safe at school.
Parent Satisfaction: Parental surveys show high levels of satisfaction with school.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: The school responds well to parental concerns.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders continually strive for improvement and review the curriculum based on feedback from parents and pupils.
Managing Bullying and Safety: A strong culture of safeguarding pervades school life.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Pupils feel safe and are informed about risks like online safety and knife crime.
Extracurricular Offerings: An impressive range of extra-curricular opportunities exist, including sports and creative arts.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Pupil participation in extra-curricular activities is exceptionally high.
Outdoor Facilities: Outdoor adventure activities are part of the extensive wider curriculum.
Career Counselling Services: A comprehensive programme of careers advice and guidance is in place.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Leaders provide students with excellent information and support for university applications and apprenticeships.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Those who have SEN and/or disabilities make very good progress.
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Orleans Park School is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Greater London, London.
It has 1373 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 17 : 1.
At this school, 79% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
100.00% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Outstanding by recent Ofsted inspection.
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For the students at Orleans Park, studying history is a fulfilling and educational experience that gives them the chance to better understand who they are and their position in history. Students work to hone their history cognitive abilities within the various themes they are studying so they can analyse the past and generate their own conclusions based on the examination of the available data. Theme for the entire year 7: Examining the Change in Power in England. Eleanor of Aquitaine and Matilda are two examples of powerful women. How accurately does source A portray the death of Thomas Becket? According to this report, Wat Tyler was unlawfully killed. How are we aware? Year 8's overarching theme is "Looking at People's Struggles." "The notion of adventure was the main reason many young men enlisted to fight in WW1." How much do you concur with this assertion? Essay. What can be inferred about the success of the suffragette movement by 1919 from sources A and B Using sources A and B as well as your contextual knowledge, describe your response. To quickly end the war was "the most crucial motive for America firing the atomic bomb on Japan." How much do you concur with this reading? Describe your response. Year 9 Overall Theme: 20th Century History preparation for GCSE Exams from 2021: Examination Board for AQA. Migration, Empire and the People C750 to present the present day. Oxford university press approved AQA textbooks for Conflict and Tension/ Germany 1890-1945/ Elizabeth 1558-1601/ Thematic studies text book. 2010 and 2011. GCSE Exam Specification Eduqas for 2019 and 2020 Examinations (current Y10 & 11).
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
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| Ofset report | Outstanding | Good | Outstanding |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 17.6 | - | 18.1 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 79% | 98% | 74% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 29.20% | 35.00% | 31.30% |
| 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 | 0.77 | 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 | 64.2 | 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 | 79% | 35.14% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 89% | 42.52% | 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 | 67% | 28.81% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 48% | 19.19% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 56% | 23.14% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 6.04 | 3.88 | 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 | 95% | 94.91% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 210 | 145 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 91.45% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 16% | 28.36% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 64% | 36.36% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 9% | 13.36% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 3% | 13.36% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 1.27% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 2.09% | 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 | 0.68 | 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 | 79% | 37.85% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 90% | 45.9% | 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 | 80% | 33.2% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 53% | 21.2% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 63% | 25.95% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 6.09 | 4.19 | 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 | 93% | 84.64% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 212 | 138 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 93% | 82.91% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 21% | 30.82% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 64% | 38.82% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 4% | 10.45% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 4% | 2.82% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 0.36% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | SP | 1.45% | 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 | 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 | 59.8 | 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 | 67% 6 | 27% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 84% 3 | 35.5% | 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 | 86% | 24.8% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 47% 7 | 15.6% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 66% 13 | 20.15% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.78 | 3.53 | 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 | 96% | 83% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 193 | 138 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 93% | 80.38% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 31% | 26.5% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 46% | 35.13% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 16% | 15.25% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 3.5% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 1.38% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 1.5% | 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 | 0.54 | 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 | 57.4 | 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 | 61% | 25.1% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 81% | 33.25% | 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 | 73% | 24.25% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 40% 12 | 15.05% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 53% 8 | 19.35% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.43 | 3.29 | 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 | 94% | 82% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 196 | 136 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 89% | 67.63% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 24% | 26.88% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 40% | 30.5% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 19% | 14% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | 5% | 1.63% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 1% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 1.13% | 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 | 0.3 | 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 | 55.8 | 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 | 61% | 20.33% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 81% | 26.89% | 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 | 75% | 22% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 52% | 14.83% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 61% | 16.5% | 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 | 94% | 92.67% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 197 | 172 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 46.5% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 22% | 20.5% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 45% | 35.83% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 22% | 22.83% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 0.33% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 1.67% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 1.33% | 2.45% |
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 | 41.22 | 35.82 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 41.23 | 35.67 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 29.20% | 28.97% | 13.67% |
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 | 138 | 102 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 73% | 69.83% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 1% | 0.67% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 13% | 15.67% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 8.33% | 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 | 42.73 | 39.92 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 42.62 | 40.07 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 32.8% | 33.64% | 17.7% |
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 | 113 | 102 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 68% | 69.33% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 1% | 2.17% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 13% | 13.33% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 13% | 9.33% | 10.69% |
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 | 37.07 5 | 34.66 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 36.87 2 | 34.94 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 24.7% | 25.51% | 13.07% |
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 | 85 | 69 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 61% | 65.5% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 8% | 7.17% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 16% | 15.33% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 6% | 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 | 32.41 1 | 34.18 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 34.69 1 | 33.51 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 18.3% | 24.58% | 13.37% |
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 | - | 5 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 0% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 0% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 0% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 11% | 6.33% | 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 | 31.45 | 32.23 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 35.14 | 32.36 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 14.8% | 23.08% | 12.64% |
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 | - | 0 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 0% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 0% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | - | 0% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 0% | 4.23% |
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Holidays & terms
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
17 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Orleans Park School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1