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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 |
| 16 to 19 study programmes | Good |
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Academic Progress: Pupils achieve well across a broad range of subjects by the end of Year 11.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils have responded positively to raised expectations for behaviour; they conduct themselves well around the school and in lessons.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers use their strong subject knowledge effectively across a range of subjects to plan lessons that develop pupils’ learning over time.
Current Educational Practices: Leaders make good use of expertise from within the teaching school to share best practice in teaching and learning among the staff.
Strengths and Challenges: The quality of teaching is less consistently strong in science, resulting in slower progress for pupils in this subject.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents reflect with equal positivity. One remarked, ‘The teachers are dedicated to the pupils’ learning and often go way above and beyond what’s needed.’
Communication: Parents say that pupils whose circumstances make them vulnerable are extremely well cared for.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents reflect with equal positivity about the school and its staff.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders work closely and openly with the headteacher and her leadership team to focus on areas of the school that most need to improve.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Governors challenge leaders to continue to make the school even better.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Pupils feel safe and supported; they are confident to talk to staff if they have concerns about their own safety or that of others.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Pupils’ physical and mental health needs are met sensitively.
Extracurricular Offerings: Pupils value and enjoy the vast range of extra-curricular clubs and activities, particularly linked to the performing arts.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: The formal curriculum is supported very well by a diverse and plentiful range of other learning opportunities.
Career Counselling Services: Students value the impartial careers advice and guidance that help them to prepare for their next steps after the sixth form.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Students are prepared well for their post-16 learning, with teachers using bridging work effectively to lay the foundations for learning in Year 12.
Managing and Supporting SEND: The special educational needs coordinator is passionate and committed in her efforts to provide high-quality support for pupils in the school who have special educational needs and/or disabilities.
Subjects Offered: Pupils study a broad range of subjects across both key stage 3 and key stage 4, with flexibility that meets their different needs.
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Ringwood School Academy is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Hampshire, South East.
It has 1582 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1.
At this school, 55% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
98.10% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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WHAT WE DO The curriculum of Ringwood School is comprehensive, diversified, and tailored to each student, encouraging challenge, interest, and the spirit of inquiry. Each student is treated as an individual by our personnel, who are steadfastly devoted to doing so. Our children report feeling heard. We provide up to 47 after-school groups each week so that everyone can find something extra to pique their interest and capture their creativity. Our Goals Do your best to learn. Achieve as much as you can Always try to lend a helping hand.
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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 | Inadequate |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-16 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 16.6 | 15.1 | 14.5 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 55% | 48% | 32% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 26.70% | - | 7.80% |
| 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 | 0.22 | 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 | 52.2 | 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 | 55% | 28.31% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 77% | 40.85% | 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 | 41% | 20.05% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 26% | 9.8% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 31% | 13.47% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.74 | 2.71 | 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 | 97% | 92.33% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 246 | 156 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 83% | 84.82% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 30% | 41.2% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 53% | 5.13% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 29.34% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 9.16% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 2.95% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 8% | 4.49% | 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 | 0.21 | 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 | 54.1 | 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 | 62% | 32.13% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 82% | 44.03% | 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 | 49% | 22.15% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 31% | 12.32% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 40% | 15.92% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.96 | 2.96 | 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 | 99% | 91.61% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 247 | 150 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 94% | 87.1% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 41% | 43.41% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 52% | 5.18% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | SP | 29.73% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | SP | 8.78% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 2.13% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 2.43% | 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 | 0.03 | 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 | 50 | 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 | 48% 8 | 30.11% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 74% 2 | 44.14% | 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 | 59% | 24.28% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 30% | 11.71% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 44% 5 | 16.46% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.69 | 2.96 | 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% | 90.08% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 257 | 147 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 86% | 82.14% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 37% | 42.35% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 46% | 4.49% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 1% | 28.77% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 6.65% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 3.97% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 3.83% | 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 | 0.23 | 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 | 52.1 | 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 | 56% 9 | 29.79% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 76% 2 | 43.46% | 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 | 60% | 23.13% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 30% 3 | 10.83% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 39% 6 | 15.64% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.8 | 2.94 | 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 | 98% | 82.81% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 247 | 148 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 72.03% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 30% | 34.52% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 60% | 4.17% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 33.61% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 1.13% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 3.32% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 2.47% | 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 | 0.05 | 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 | 50.1 | 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 | 47% | 30.94% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 78% | 45.31% | 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 | 45% | 26.17% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 27% | 15.51% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 33% | 17.06% | 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% | 87.27% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 256 | 155 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 71.71% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 30% | 39.32% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 59% | 4.73% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 33.13% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 3.13% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 5.64% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 6% | 3.38% | 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 | 37.62 | 31.1 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 36.95 | 30 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 26.70% | 15.92% | 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 | 128 | 721 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 52% | 46.39% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 6.44% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 33% | 30.56% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 10.67% | 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 | 40.33 | 32.69 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 40.76 | 30.25 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 27.8% | 20.25% | 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 | 142 | 849 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 68% | 50.11% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 1% | 5.28% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 24% | 28.17% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 11.39% | 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 | 35.58 1 | 27.77 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.86 6 | 25.19 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 17.1% | 13.45% | 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 | 172 | 838 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 49% | 44.24% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 8.12% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 32% | 33.53% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 10.41% | 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 | 36.41 3 | 27.42 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 38.24 4 | 26.19 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 17.6% | 12.79% | 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 | - | 21 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 55 | 185.13% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 8% | 7.73% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 33% | 30.67% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 6.13% | 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 | 33.05 | 27.72 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 34.81 | 26.27 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 12.9% | 13.26% | 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 | - | 17 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 45 | 192.29% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 10% | 8.5% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 32% | 34.14% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 9% | 6.5% | 4.23% |
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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 - 2nd Sep 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
16 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Ringwood School Academy
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
