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Riverside Special School
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Inadequate |
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Academic Progress: Pupils are well-supported with tailored reading support and effective curriculum design.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are incredibly positive, respectful, and enjoy a vibrant school environment.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Clear routines and supportive staff ensure pupils who need extra help progress well.
Teacher Engagement: Staff know their roles well and support each other to benefit pupils.
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: Regular morning meetings and recent safeguarding training highlight staff strengths.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Teachers use well-chosen activities to engage students, though some opportunities are missed to extend learning.
Opportunities for Parent Involvement: Parents admire performances and plays at the school.
Communication with Parents: Inclusive approach with regular updates and involvement in community events.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents are impressed with the school's activities and inclusivity.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Following the previous inspection, there is a stronger focus on safeguarding and training.
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: Leaders continually review the curriculum and ensure tailored support for all pupils.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: Significant improvements in safeguarding systems and regular training for staff.
Behaviour and Attitudes of Pupils: Pupils are incredibly positive and follow clear routines daily.
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: Inclusive environment with emphasis on physical health and wellbeing.
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: Clubs are popular, and transport issues are managed to ensure full participation.
Balancing Academics with Extracurriculars: 30/30 strategy ensures pupils engage in physical activity throughout the day.
Career Counselling Services: Sixth-form students receive expert support for transitions to colleges.
Preparation for Next Key Stage: Strong focus on developing life skills and future readiness.
Support for SEND: Curriculum and activities are informed by EHC plans to meet complex needs.
Subjects Offered: Reading, phonics, mathematics, science, PE with a strong focus on practical life skills.
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About Us
Riverside Special School is a All-through, Co-Ed school located in East Riding of Yorkshire County, Yorkshire and The Humber.
It has 136 students from age 2-19 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 8 : 1.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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I would like to extend a warm welcome to you on our website on behalf of the students, teachers, and governors at Riverside School. You are of course also welcome to come and see us in person where you will find a happy, caring and effective learning environment for pupils who face a variety of challenges in their daily life. We currently support children aged 5 to 18 years who will typically have a wide variety of learning difficulties, Autistic Spectrum Conditions and medical or sensory impairments that present a barrier to their learning. However, we recently modified our designation to include students with severe and complex learning disabilities as well as those with significant and varied needs. To help provide this provision we have moved into a new seven classroom extension that includes a Hydrotherapy pool, a new hall, gym, sensory room, small group rooms and office spaces. Our current school building is being renovated, and once it is done, our age range will increase to include students from 2 to 19 years old. I hope you find our website to be educational and that it provides you with some insight into the goals we have for the learning of all of our kids. If you have any questions about the school, would like to visit or simply have suggestions about how we can improve the website, please do not hesitate to get in touch.
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| Phase of Education | All-through | All-through | All-through |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Special Schools | Special Schools | Special Schools |
| Snobe grade |
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B-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 2-19 | 2-19 | 2-19 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 8.3 | 8.2 | 7.9 |
| 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 | - | 93 | 97 |
| Reading | - | 94 | 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 | - | 53.1% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | - | 4.39% | 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 | - | - |
| Writing | - | - |
| Maths | - | - |
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 | - | 98 | 96 |
| 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% | 62.42% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 8.13% | 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 | - | 93 | 94 |
| Reading | - | 93 | 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% | 58.23% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 8.75% | 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 | -12.7 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -12 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -12.4 | Well 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 | - | 89 | 93 |
| Reading | - | 90 | 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% | 53.48% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 7.32% | 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 | -10.4 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -8.6 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -9.6 | Well 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 | - | 30.08% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 45.38% | 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 | - | 24.23% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 10.27% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 14.81% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 3.03 | 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 | 100% | 95.48% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 11 | 155 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 86.24% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 9% | 30.29% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 25.86% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 15.71% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 91% | 14.24% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 5.24% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 4% | 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 | - | 33.4% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 49.52% | 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 | - | 22.68% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 11.64% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 15.88% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 3.23 | 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% | 95.52% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 23 | 153 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 88.76% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 9% | 31.29% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 26.48% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 16.38% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 91% | 14.67% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 4.19% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 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 | -1.6 | 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 | 0.2 | 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 | 0% | 30.33% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 47.29% | 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 | 0% | 21.42% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 9.71% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 14.42% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.02 | 3.13 | 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% | 96.83% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 12 | 148 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 88.78% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 58% | 33.44% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 27.06% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 14.39% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 42% | 13.78% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 5.89% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 2.11% | 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 | -1.69 | 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 | 1.8 | 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 | 0% | 30.87% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 45.78% | 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 | 0% | 21.09% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 10.35% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 14.74% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.15 | 3.01 | 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 | 100% | 84.41% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 12 | 149 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 76.18% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 50% | 27.29% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | - | 28.76% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 11.29% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | 50% | 3.29% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 5.65% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.06% | 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 | - | 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 | - | 28.26% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 42.84% | 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 | - | 16.79% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 10.05% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 11.05% | 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 | 100% | 82.87% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 14 | 151 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 49.07% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 57% | 37.27% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | - | 26.53% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 5.27% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | 36% | 2.4% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 6.67% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.67% | 2.45% |
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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 | 23rd 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 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
8 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Riverside Special School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1