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Pathways Learning Centre - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)
Pathways Learning Centre
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Pathways Learning Centre
- All-through
- Downend and Bromley Heath BS16 2RQ
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
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Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils have highly positive attitudes to their learning.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Leaders prioritize reading, particularly for pupils who have fallen behind.
Academic Progress: Pupils often do not secure new learning as well as they could.
Teacher Engagement: Staff are calm, empathetic, and support pupils well.
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: Relationships with pupils ensure readiness to learn and effective regulation during challenges.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Teachers' secure subject knowledge but inconsistent curriculum sequence impacts student progress.
Opportunities for Parent Involvement: Parents are positive about the impact the school has.
Communication with Parents: Parents appreciate how staff treat pupils as individuals with specific needs.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Staff model positive relationships, building trust for sharing concerns.
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: Leaders ensure high expectations and personalized induction processes.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: Keeping pupils safe is a high priority, with daily briefings and training.
Behaviour and Attitudes of Pupils: Pupils respond and behave exceptionally well.
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: Leaders work in partnership with agencies for appropriate pupil support.
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: Pupils receive relevant and unbiased careers guidance.
Career Counselling Services: Pupils explore a range of employment options and post-16 destinations.
Preparation for Next Key Stage: Successful transition program ensures low NEET numbers.
Support for SEND: All pupils have special educational needs and/or disabilities.
Subjects Offered: Pupils work towards qualifications in a range of subjects.
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Pathways Learning Centre is a All-through, Co-Ed school located in Gloucestershire, South West.
It has 63 students from age 5-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 5 : 1.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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For young people who reside in South Gloucestershire but are unable to attend their regular school, Pathways Learning Centre (PLC) offers education. There are several potential causes for this, including medical requirements, extreme anxiety, mental health requirements, or social and emotional challenges. PLC supports the various needs of our pupils in the four major areas listed below. All students also have access to small class sizes, highly qualified teachers, and support and intervention when necessary. Please click here for additional details on the interventions offered at PLC. PLC is a specialised service that should only be used in unique situations. Only when a student has been permanently excluded or after referral to the RAP (Referrals and Admissions Panel) is admission possible. Visit >>> to learn more. The Pathways Learning Center's RAP panel (Referrals and Admissions Panel). Visit >>> to learn more.
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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
5 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Pathways Learning Centre
Local authority ratio 19 : 1