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Sackville School
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- East Grinstead RH19 3TY
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for children | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
| 16 to 19 study programmes | Requires Improvement |
| Sixth-form provision | Requires Improvement |
| Achievement of pupils | Good |
| Quality of teaching | Good |
| Behaviour and safety of pupils | Good |
| This inspection | Good |
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Academic Progress: Pupils continue to make strong progress across all subjects
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are attentive, collaborate well, and are keen to learn
Academic Progress: Pupils build complex understanding from Year 7 to Year 13
Behaviour and Attitudes: Courtesy shown, but inconsistent rule enforcement
Qualifications and Training: Staff value the professional development they receive in their roles
Current Educational Practices: Leaders provide training, support, and resources needed to boost confidence
Strengths and Challenges: Staff are more confident in delivering number-based aspects of their subjects
Qualifications and Training: Subject knowledge secure with effective teaching
Current Educational Practices: Regularly adapt and revisit material for better learning
Strengths and Challenges: Effective questioning, but sometimes lacks clarity
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents especially highlight the smooth, well-managed transition from primary school
Communication: Parents praise the strong, approachable, and responsive leaders
Parent Satisfaction: Parents are overall very positive about the school
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders are knowledgeable about local and national risks to pupils
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders have nurtured a cohesive team, demonstrating purpose and commitment
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Issues addressed promptly and effectively
Actions for Quality Improvement: Focused on continual improvement and accurate evaluations
Managing Bullying and Safety: Safeguarding is effective; pupils feel safe in school
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Leaders have boosted awareness of mental health concerns
Managing Bullying and Safety: Pupils feel safe; staff address issues quickly
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Strong pastoral support through 'Communities'
Extracurricular Offerings: Proportion of pupils taking part in extra-curricular opportunities is increasing
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Interventions put in place if pupils are falling behind academically
Extracurricular Offerings: Broad program encourages participation
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Linked to learning experiences
Career Counselling Services: Leaders ensure pupils access a curriculum meeting individual needs and interests
Career Counselling Services: Development of personal goals in ‘Futures’ program
Preparation for Sixth Form: Older pupils should catch up on missed PSHE themes
Managing and Supporting SEND: Parents appreciate the support for pupils with special educational needs
Managing and Supporting SEND: Curriculum steps support SEND pupils well
Subjects Offered: Leaders are currently revising the curriculum to specify knowledge across subjects
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About Us
Sackville School is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in West Sussex, South East.
It has 1653 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 17 : 1.
At this school, 45% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
95.70% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Being the head teacher at Sackville School is an enormous honour.
Every student has the opportunity to develop personally and academically, and they all have the freedom to speak up and be heard.
Our exam achievements speak for themselves; in fact, in 2018, after many years of success, we made remarkable improvement at the GCSE, and at the A level, we have continuously outperformed government expectations for 10 years.
In appreciation of our achievements, we have been given national honours and have been accepted into the Good Schools' Guide.
Our most recent Ofsted inspection in 2019 was very positive, and as a result, we are now recognised as a national "leading edge" school for the fourth consecutive year, which is a testament to the excellent instruction and "together we accomplish" mentality.
"Students behave well, are polite and inviting, and are proud of their school," inspectors observed.
Our large, active, and academically successful Sixth Form is a fantastic addition to the school.
Sackville is a school that consistently assesses its work with assurance, candour, and transparency.
All of our stakeholders' opinions are valued by us, and in this regard, we place a special emphasis on the work of our Parents' Focus Group.
Sackville is an excellent place to work and learn.
You are more than welcome to schedule a visit whenever you are beginning to contemplate enrolling your child in our well-known school.
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Every student has the opportunity to develop personally and academically, and they all have the freedom to speak up and be heard.
Our exam achievements speak for themselves; in fact, in 2018, after many years of success, we made remarkable improvement at the GCSE, and at the A level, we have continuously outperformed government expectations for 10 years.
In appreciation of our achievements, we have been given national honours and have been accepted into the Good Schools' Guide.
Our most recent Ofsted inspection in 2019 was very positive, and as a result, we are now recognised as a national "leading edge" school for the fourth consecutive year, which is a testament to the excellent instruction and "together we accomplish" mentality.
"Students behave well, are polite and inviting, and are proud of their school," inspectors observed.
Our large, active, and academically successful Sixth Form is a fantastic addition to the school.
Sackville is a school that consistently assesses its work with assurance, candour, and transparency.
All of our stakeholders' opinions are valued by us, and in this regard, we place a special emphasis on the work of our Parents' Focus Group.
Sackville is an excellent place to work and learn.
You are more than welcome to schedule a visit whenever you are beginning to contemplate enrolling your child in our well-known school.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools |
| Snobe grade |
B-
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B
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B-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 17.8 | - | 18.1 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 45% | 63% | 59% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 8.70% | 11.60% | - |
| 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 | 0.20 | 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 | 46.9 | 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 | 45% | 24.32% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 64% | 36.43% | 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 | 46% | 17.6% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 22% | 8.03% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 30% | 11.75% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.18 | 2.47 | 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% | 94.16% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 268 | 167 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 88.37% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 18% | 40.69% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 71% | 21.35% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 1% | 15.06% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 11.39% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 2.14% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 3.47% | 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 | 0.26 | 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 | 51.9 | 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 | 54% | 26.18% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 75% | 38.25% | 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 | 58% | 19.43% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 29% | 10.22% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 40% | 13.83% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.75 | 2.7 | 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 | 96% | 90.25% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 253 | 167 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 86.98% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 21% | 43.02% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 66% | 21.15% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 2% | 13.38% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 9.44% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 1.4% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 1.9% | 2.13% |
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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 | 0.3 | 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 | 47.4 | 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 | 42% | 24.14% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 71% 6 | 38.12% | 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 | 74% | 23.17% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 13% 3 | 9.39% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 32% 16 | 13.84% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.36 | 2.62 | 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% | 90% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 236 | 165 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 84% | 84.45% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 14% | 39.52% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 69% | 22% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 12.55% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | SP | 10.32% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 2.82% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 7% | 2.57% | 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 | 0.37 | 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 | 48.2 | 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 | 42% 1 | 24.72% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 65% | 36.64% | 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 | 25% | 19.75% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 10% 9 | 8.94% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 16% 6 | 12.84% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.16 | 2.58 | 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 | 93% | 85.5% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 253 | 173 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 85% | 75.5% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 14% | 35.98% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 70% | 23.21% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 12.43% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 6.36% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 2.33% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 2.1% | 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 | 0.07 | 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 | 46.6 | 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 | 43% | 25.54% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 65% | 37.52% | 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 | 36% | 20.17% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 19% | 11.18% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 22% | 12.28% | 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% | 82.78% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 253 | 173 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 66.41% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 18% | 36.41% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 71% | 22.2% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 11.44% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 5.59% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 3.49% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 2.68% | 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 | 33.56 | 31.49 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 34.1 | 31.79 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 8.70% | 16.73% | 13.67% |
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| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 138 | 215 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 45% | 53.17% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 4.21% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 40% | 27.5% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 9.46% | 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 | 39.09 | 35.16 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 38.49 | 34.88 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 19.4% | 18.83% | 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 | 163 | 257 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 43% | 52.52% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 4.04% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 32% | 26.74% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 13% | 10.43% | 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 | 31.51 2 | 31.81 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 27.98 2 | 31.3 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 11.0% | 14.13% | 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 | 178 | 220 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 38% | 49.43% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 8% | 6.43% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 38% | 31.19% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 11% | 8.67% | 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 | 29.80 2 | 32.11 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 29.94 2 | 31.72 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 5.2% | 16.18% | 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 | 35 | 10 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 50 | 35.81% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 4.67% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 29% | 20.57% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 9% | 3.62% | 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 | 31.11 | 31.11 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 31.73 | 31.73 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 16.8% | 15.83% | 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 | 22 | 8 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 46 | 45.1% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 8% | 5.6% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 35% | 30.65% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 2.5% | 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 | 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
17 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Sackville School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
