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Prospect School
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- Reading RG30 4EX
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Previous inspection grade | Requires Improvement |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
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Academic Progress: Pupils’ achievement is good overall across all year groups, including in the sixth form.
Behaviour and Attitudes: The vast majority of pupils behave well, attend regularly and are proud of their school.
Qualifications and Training: Leaders provide teachers with the right training, which has a very positive impact in classrooms.
Current Educational Practices: Leaders design and implement strong processes that underpin success.
Strengths and Challenges: Staff morale is high and they are supported well. Some pupils occasionally use unkind language.
Opportunities for Involvement: Many pupils take on leadership roles, contributing to the life of the school.
Communication: Staff look after pupils well and make sure they are safe.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents’ feedback suggests satisfaction with the school's culture and safety measures.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders take the right action to raise individual pupils’ attendance when necessary.
Actions for Quality Improvement: They monitor and evaluate the impact of leaders’ actions accurately.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying is not a major issue. Staff and pupils do not tolerate antisocial behaviour.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Leaders make sure the right help and support is put in place.
Extracurricular Offerings: Good quality extra-curricular activities are on offer, but participation rates are relatively low.
Career Counselling Services: They receive very effective support and guidance which helps them make informed, positive choices.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Provision for pupils with SEND is generally effective but can be more precisely matched to their needs.
Subjects Offered: The growing sixth form offers a variety of subjects and qualifications.
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Prospect School is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Berkshire, South East.
It has 1217 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1.
At this school, 25% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
87.50% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Staff well-being is extremely important to us and this is reflected in our very low staff turnover; many of our staff have been here many year and have a thorough understanding of the community and students that we serve. We are dedicated to the professional growth of our employees, and we support them in obtaining additional professional certifications while also giving them space to focus on their particular academic interests.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
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| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-16 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Girls |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 16.5 | 15.1 | 18.2 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 25% | 48% | 59% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 12.50% | - | - |
| 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 | -0.71 | 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 | 32.8 | 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 | 25% | 28.32% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 37% | 37.26% | 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 | 22% | 26.16% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 8% | 15% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 10% | 17.58% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 2.83 | 3.21 | 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 | 93% | 91.08% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 166 | 110 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 87% | 85.5% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 38% | 22.58% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 40% | 45.67% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 9% | 6.67% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 10.92% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 1.75% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 3.67% | 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 | -0.67 | 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 | 36.8 | 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 | 28% | 29.63% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 50% | 38.21% | 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 | 30% | 23.74% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 14% | 16.42% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 22% | 18.84% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.21 | 3.17 | 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 | 87% | 94% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 195 | 113 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 82% | 91.55% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 32% | 21.09% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 39% | 52.55% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 10% | 9.09% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 8.82% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 1.09% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 1.64% | 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 | -0.58 | 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 | 36.4 | 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 | 20% 6 | 24.56% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 44% 1 | 31.39% | 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 | 41% | 18.28% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 9% 3 | 14.5% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 20% 2 | 16.06% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.3 | 2.85 | 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 | 93% | 83% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 223 | 108 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 85% | 79.38% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 40% | 14.63% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 42% | 47.63% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 3% | 5% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 12.25% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 1.5% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 2.25% | 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 | -0.58 | 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 | 34.7 | 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 | 26% 5 | 24.56% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 45% 11 | 30.72% | 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 | 43% | 21.78% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 12% 1 | 14.83% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 18% 5 | 16.72% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.11 | 2.9 | 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 | 95% | 72.25% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 228 | 107 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 87% | 68.5% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 40% | 11.63% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 40% | 47.63% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 3% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 0.5% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 1.25% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 0.63% | 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 | -0.26 | 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 | 38.7 | 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 | 31% | 29.5% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 56% | 35.22% | 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 | 29% | 22.44% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 11% | 17.44% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 13% | 17.94% | 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 | 96% | 83.14% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 228 | 123 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 92% | 39.14% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 35% | 16.43% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 50% | 58.14% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 4% | 1.57% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | 3% | 1.71% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 2.57% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 1.57% | 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 | 27.17 | 30.19 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 25.83 | 30.34 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 12.50% | 22.03% | 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 | 66 | 109 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 39% | 62.33% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 5.5% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 44% | 23% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 4.83% | 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 | 24.82 | 35.6 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 25.73 | 32.66 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 4.0% | 25.67% | 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 | 52 | 100 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 38% | 64% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 4% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 24% | 15.33% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 19% | 10.5% | 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 | 23.77 2 | 35.85 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 24.36 2 | 32.96 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 1.9% | 20.46% | 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 | 103 | 113 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 52% | 63.67% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 9% | 7.17% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 23% | 17% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 10% | 8% | 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 | 21.20 3 | 36.48 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | D | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 22.58 4 | 35.9 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 4.5% | 29.05% | 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 | - | 0 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 19 | 8.83% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 8% | 8.83% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 30% | 12.33% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 2.67% | 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 | 24.39 | 29.29 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 26.84 | 29.8 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 18.43% | 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 | 13 | 14% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 8% | 7.5% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 25% | 18.83% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 3.5% | 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 | 24th Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 3rd 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 - 23rd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
16 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Prospect School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
