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Penkford School
- Middle Deemed Secondary
- St. Helens WA12 8DE
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Penkford School is a top rated, Middle Deemed Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Merseyside, North West.
It has 60 students from age 8-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 4 : 1.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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OFSTED We were given a Good overall rating in February 2016 and were commended for our "accurate and honest" SEF.
The inspectors acknowledged that our school is improving.
In particular, our study praised the decisiveness of senior executives and governors as well as our action plan, its implementation, and evaluation procedures.
incorporating a cycle of school improvement to connect the SDP/SEF and staff evaluation.
Creating a High Priority Off Site Project Students at risk of a protracted exclusion.
At Penkford, we take a holistic approach to education, and we think that caring for our students' emotional health and well-being is crucial. This stands alongside students' academic learning and their development of behavioural control.
To assist any of our students who are experiencing a crisis or who simply want to chat to someone in a "safe" setting, we have hired our own counsellor.
Our own Outdoor Education Team is something we've invested in.
Students are encouraged to take risks in a safe environment during Forest School sessions.
Additionally, students study toward the John Muir Award, which fosters an understanding of the natural environment and enables teachers to incorporate science in a practical, real-world setting.
Penkford will continue to collaborate more closely with other organisations in order to share our best practises during the academic year 2019–20.
Multi-agency preventative work is the main focus.
In order to reopen our ADHD clinic, we are actively collaborating with paediatrics.
In cooperation with Edge Hill University, we are also collaborating with a student who is pursuing a course of study pertaining to Child Mental Health Services one day per week (CAMHS).
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The inspectors acknowledged that our school is improving.
In particular, our study praised the decisiveness of senior executives and governors as well as our action plan, its implementation, and evaluation procedures.
incorporating a cycle of school improvement to connect the SDP/SEF and staff evaluation.
Creating a High Priority Off Site Project Students at risk of a protracted exclusion.
At Penkford, we take a holistic approach to education, and we think that caring for our students' emotional health and well-being is crucial. This stands alongside students' academic learning and their development of behavioural control.
To assist any of our students who are experiencing a crisis or who simply want to chat to someone in a "safe" setting, we have hired our own counsellor.
Our own Outdoor Education Team is something we've invested in.
Students are encouraged to take risks in a safe environment during Forest School sessions.
Additionally, students study toward the John Muir Award, which fosters an understanding of the natural environment and enables teachers to incorporate science in a practical, real-world setting.
Penkford will continue to collaborate more closely with other organisations in order to share our best practises during the academic year 2019–20.
Multi-agency preventative work is the main focus.
In order to reopen our ADHD clinic, we are actively collaborating with paediatrics.
In cooperation with Edge Hill University, we are also collaborating with a student who is pursuing a course of study pertaining to Child Mental Health Services one day per week (CAMHS).
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| Phase of Education | Middle Deemed Secondary | Middle Deemed Secondary |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Special Schools | Special Schools |
| Snobe grade |
A- 0
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C
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| Ofset report | Good | Good |
| Age range | 8-16 | 7-19 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 4.1 | - |
| 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 | 91 | 101 | 96 |
| Reading | 99 | 103 | 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% | 60.83% | 55.77% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 7.81% | 7.35% |
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 | 0.8 | Above Average |
| Writing | -4.9 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -9.5 | 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 | 92 | 104 | 96 |
| Reading | 99 | 103 | 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% | 65.34% | 60.34% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 10.46% | 9.66% |
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 | -9.3 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -14.9 | 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 | - | 101 | 94 |
| Reading | - | 100 | 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 | - | 60.1% | 59.41% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | - | 8.58% | 9.11% |
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 | - | - |
| Writing | - | - |
| 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 | - | 99 | 93 |
| Reading | - | 99 | 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 | - | 56.29% | 56.23% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | - | 6.81% | 8.14% |
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 | - | - |
| Writing | - | - |
| Maths | - | - |
Secondary Exam Result
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 | -2.25 | 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 | 14 | 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% | 24.33% | 32.7% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 35.4% | 45.2% |
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% | 15.87% | 24.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 6.93% | 12.93% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 9.8% | 17.08% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.72 | 2.09 | 2.96 |
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 | 75% | 92.5% | 90.41% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 8 | 155 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 63% | 86.9% | 86.28% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 38% | 27.5% | 34.06% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 19.2% | 30.68% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 17.5% | 10.44% |
| Other education destinations | 25% | 22.8% | 11.12% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 1.7% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 13% | 4% | 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 | -2.6 | 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 | 8.3 | 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% | 29.2% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 38% | 43.33% |
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 | 0% | 20.87% | 25.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 6.8% | 11.41% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 11.87% | 16.42% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.6 | 2.28 | 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 | - | 85.33% | 90.21% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 5 | 121 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 77.17% | 84.05% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 24.58% | 33.38% |
| School sixth forms | - | 18.33% | 31.08% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 14.08% | 8.48% |
| Other education destinations | - | 20% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3.42% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 4.67% | 2.77% |
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 | - | 24.73% | 29.12% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 36.93% | 42.55% |
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 | - | 23.27% | 24.65% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 8.93% | 11.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 13.2% | 15.92% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 2.33 | 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 | 85% | 85.5% | 84.86% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 13 | 130 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 69% | 70.75% | 73.89% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 69% | 30.17% | 28.38% |
| School sixth forms | - | 16.08% | 31.43% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 12.67% | 9.11% |
| Other education destinations | - | 7.5% | 5.91% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3.17% | 2.97% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.5% | 2.07% |
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 | - | 20.23% | 29.45% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 31.15% | 43.01% |
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 | - | 17.77% | 25.18% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 7.08% | 14.63% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 7.77% | 16.18% |
| 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 | 38% | 76.67% | 85.18% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 13 | 123 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 49.22% | 58.14% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 22.89% | 30.59% |
| School sixth forms | - | 10.22% | 32.04% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 14.56% | 9.01% |
| Other education destinations | - | 7.22% | 5.68% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 4.33% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.78% | 2.46% |
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