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Riverside Bridge School - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)
Riverside Bridge School
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Riverside Bridge School
- All-through
- Barking and Dagenham IG11 0FU
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Inadequate |
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Academic Progress: Pupils learn new skills and grow in confidence and independence.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils enjoy school, behave well, and work hard.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Staff help pupils if they are worried or upset.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers are enthused by a recently introduced approach to the curriculum.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Teachers plan and teach lessons that pupils fully take part in and enjoy.
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: Staff feel able to do their jobs because of the positive culture and regular training.
Opportunities for Parent Involvement: Staff and parents sometimes involve other agencies, working together.
Communication with Parents: Parents' comments are considered during inspections.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents appreciate the support; one said, 'We were lost until Riverside came into our lives.'
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders prioritise safeguarding and behaviour, addressing concerns effectively.
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: They focused on improving the quality of what pupils learn.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: Pupils say there is no bullying; staff ensure a friendly and respectful environment.
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: The school provides regular safeguarding training and works closely with outside agencies.
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: Pupils thoroughly enjoy many activities, including riding bikes and scooters, blowing bubbles, and visiting places like the London Eye.
Balancing Academics with Extracurriculars: Activities support pupils to develop their skills and gain resilience and maturity.
Outdoor Facilities: Pupils enjoy outdoor playtimes, making them fun and engaging.
Career Counselling Services: Pupils appreciate work experience opportunities, which encourage interest in future jobs.
Preparation for Next Key Stage: Teachers plan activities that help pupils understand daily life and future career possibilities.
Support for SEND: The school provides education for pupils with a range of special educational needs and/or disabilities, mostly linked to autism spectrum disorder.
Subjects Offered: Teachers plan the teaching of national curriculum subjects into four learning areas linked to pupils' targets.
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About Us
Riverside Bridge School is a All-through, Co-Ed school located in Greater London, London.
It has 196 students from age 4-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 6 : 1.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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| Phase of Education | All-through | All-through |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Free Schools | Free Schools |
| Snobe grade |
B-
|
A-
|
| Ofset report | Good | Good |
| Age range | 4-16 | 4-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 6.3 | 16.2 |
| Proficient Math | - | 103 |
| Proficient Read | - | 104 |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | 60% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | 5.40% |
| 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 | - | 97 | 97 |
| Reading | - | 98 | 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% | 57.83% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 6.32% | 7.42% |
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 | -6.4 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -5.5 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -6 | 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 | - | 90 | 96 |
| Reading | - | 89 | 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% | 56.43% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 9.69% | 9.72% |
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 | - | 87 | 94 |
| Reading | - | 87 | 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% | 56.39% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 7.68% | 9.16% |
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 | 1.2 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.8 | Above Average |
| Maths | -0.1 | Average |
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 | - | 84 | 93 |
| Reading | - | 83 | 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 | - | 54.73% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | - | 7.7% | 8.19% |
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
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 | - | 41.58% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 54.95% | 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 | - | 37.63% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 16.16% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 22.95% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 3.48 | 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 | 89% | 93.13% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 9 | 185 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 89% | 91.67% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 67% | 34.87% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 43.13% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 5.07% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 22% | 8.53% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 0.6% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 1% | 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 | - | 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 | - | 38.16% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 50.42% | 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 | - | 38.95% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 17.58% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 24.58% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 3.28 | 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 | 100% | 87.46% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 9 | 192 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 86.54% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 89% | 33.08% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 39.69% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 4.92% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 11% | 8.92% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 0.46% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 0.46% | 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 | - | 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 | - | 28.82% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 41.76% | 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 | - | 23.24% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 9.82% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 14.12% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 2.63 | 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 | - | 94.27% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 194 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 91.45% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 25.91% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | - | 50.18% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 6% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | - | 9.36% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 1.36% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.36% | 2.75% |
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.
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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 | 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 - 23rd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
6 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Riverside Bridge School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1