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Riverside School
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- Bromley BR5 3HS
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Early years provision | Outstanding |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Outstanding |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Outstanding |
| Outcomes for pupils | Outstanding |
| 16 to 19 study programmes | Outstanding |
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Academic Progress: Pupils make exceptional progress from their starting points.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Behaviour is exemplary; pupils are polite and respectful.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Staff plan and provide bespoke levels of support so that pupils flourish.
Teacher Engagement: New staff are supported very well with excellent training programs.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Teaching is imaginative and fun, leading to exceptional student progress.
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: Teachers plan tasks closely matched to pupils’ needs.
Opportunities for Parent Involvement: Leaders use different ways to involve parents in school life through expressive arts projects.
Communication with Parents: Parents are kept well informed about their children's progress.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents praise the school’s work to keep children safe and cared for.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Staff respond promptly and effectively to concerns about pupils’ well-being.
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: Effective systems are in place to check the quality of teaching and improving outcomes.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: Leaders ensure a culture of safeguarding throughout the school.
Behaviour and Attitudes of Pupils: Behaviour is exemplary across the school.
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: The school supports pupils’ personal development and welfare excellently.
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: A wide variety of events and projects enrich the curriculum.
Balancing Academics with Extracurriculars: Learning is relevant and engaging, including community activities.
Outdoor Facilities: Learning environments inside and outside are stimulating.
Career Counselling Services: Pupils have opportunities to experience the world of work.
Preparation for Next Key Stage: Students are exceedingly well prepared for their next steps.
Support for SEND: The curriculum is personalised to pupils’ needs and abilities.
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About Us
Riverside School is a All-through, Co-Ed school located in Greater London, London.
It has 348 students from age 3-19 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 6 : 1.
This school rated Outstanding by recent Ofsted inspection.
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| Phase of Education | All-through | All-through | All-through |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Special Schools | Special Schools | Special Schools |
| Snobe grade |
A-
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C
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C
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| Ofset report | Outstanding | Good | Good |
| Age range | 3-19 | 11-25 | 5-19 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 6.4 | - | - |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | 5% | 0% |
| 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 | - | 104 | 97 |
| Reading | - | 104 | 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% | 66.32% | 55.92% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 13.54% | 7.4% |
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 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -4.8 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -5.9 | 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 | - | 100 | 96 |
| Reading | - | 99 | 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% | 68.2% | 60.39% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 14.87% | 9.69% |
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 | -0.9 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.5 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.6 | Below 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 | - | 97 | 94 |
| Reading | - | 98 | 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% | 66.85% | 59.48% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 13.74% | 9.14% |
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 | -3.3 | Below Average |
| Writing | -4.1 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -3.7 | Below 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 | - | 96 | 93 |
| Reading | - | 96 | 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 | 0% | 67.29% | 56.27% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 12.89% | 8.17% |
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 | -2.9 | Below Average |
| Writing | -3.6 | Below Average |
| Maths | -3.4 | Below Average |
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 | - | 37.48% | 29.96% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 51.09% | 42.99% |
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 | - | 40.61% | 25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 19.97% | 10.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 27.03% | 15.47% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 3.45 | 2.82 |
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% | 93.9% | 90.52% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 15 | 167 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 89.45% | 84.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 0% | 18.85% | 32.75% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 58.75% | 29.73% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 2.2% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 100% | 9.45% | 11.48% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 1.85% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 2.35% | 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 | - | 39.67% | 32.78% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 51.45% | 45.26% |
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 | - | 39.27% | 24.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 22.82% | 12.99% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 29.48% | 17.14% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 3.46 | 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% | 94.7% | 90.39% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 8 | 170 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 92.1% | 86.27% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 0% | 21.85% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 59.45% | 30.75% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 1.3% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 100% | 9.45% | 11.13% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 0.9% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 1.75% | 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 | - | 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 | - | 30.76% | 29.24% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 42.74% | 43.34% |
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 | - | 29.32% | 25.76% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 15.53% | 11.44% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 20.71% | 16.45% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 2.88 | 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 | 100% | 93.85% | 90.21% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 17 | 156 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 89.3% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 6% | 18.45% | 33.3% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 59.5% | 31.15% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 1.3% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 94% | 10.25% | 11.19% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 2.7% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 2.05% | 2.76% |
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 | - | 30.66% | 29.18% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 42.89% | 42.58% |
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 | - | 28.89% | 24.69% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 15.6% | 11.29% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 21% | 15.97% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 2.89 | 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 | - | 90.79% | 84.86% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 10 | 165 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 80.63% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 19% | 28.32% |
| School sixth forms | - | 62.37% | 31.51% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.63% | 9.07% |
| Other education destinations | - | 0.68% | 5.94% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.32% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.89% | 2.06% |
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 | - | 33.09% | 29.51% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 47.81% | 43.04% |
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 | - | 34.34% | 25.21% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 20.81% | 14.68% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 23.19% | 16.23% |
| 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 | - | 89.39% | 85.23% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 9 | 170 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 64.94% | 58.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 18.78% | 30.56% |
| School sixth forms | - | 62.78% | 32.11% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 1.33% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 0.22% | 5.75% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 4.56% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.94% | 2.46% |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st 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 | 27th Aug 2024 - 20th 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 School
Local authority ratio 20 : 1