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The quality of education Good
Behaviour and attitudes Good
Personal development Good
Leadership and management Good
Early years provision Good
Sixth-form provision Good
Previous inspection grade Good
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Academic Progress: New curriculum pathways introduced to raise aspirations.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils generally behave well; staff skilled at managing behaviour.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Staff use positive strategies and support when pupils need additional help.
Teacher Engagement: Leaders empower staff; a new energy is evident among teachers.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Inconsistencies in implementation noted; some activities do not meet pupil needs.
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: Consistency in teacher-designed learning needed; some staff new, some long established.
Opportunities for Parent Involvement: Parents benefit from useful support and advice for next steps.
Communication with Parents: Transition arrangements and support for joining children well appreciated by parents.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents and carers appreciate the care and support available.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Effective leadership ensures sustained standards and support.
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: Big decisions made; leaders reviewing and refining the curriculum.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: Pupils feel safe, though noise can be distracting; positive strategies in place.
Behaviour and Attitudes of Pupils: Generally well-behaved; additional support managed positively.
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: Outdoor environment used well; promoting social and emotional skills effectively.
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: Horse riding, animal and horticultural area, and swimming trips.
Balancing Academics with Extracurriculars: Outdoor environment used when learning breaks are needed.
Outdoor Facilities: Popular new adventure playground used well.
Career Counselling Services: Appropriate work experience and careers programmes for older pupils.
Preparation for Next Key Stage: Older pupils gain valuable experience in independent living skills.
Support for SEND: Small class sizes enable tailored support and nurture for complex SEND needs.
Subjects Offered: Six subject areas designed to meet individual needs, includes literacy and mathematics.
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Stone Bay School is a All-through, Co-Ed school located in Kent, South East.

It has 111 students from age 4-19 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 5 : 1.

This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.

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Ofset report Good Requires Improvement Good
Age range 4-19 5-19 3-19
Gender Co-Ed Co-Ed Co-Ed
Student teacher ratio 5.5 3.4 7.3
Proficient Math - - -
Proficient Read - - -
Grade 5 or above GCSE - - -
Grade 5 or above A Level - - -
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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 - 99 97
Reading - 100 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% 57.52% 55.96%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 0% 8.01% 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 -9.7 Well Below Average
Writing -8.6 Well Below Average
Maths -9.4 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 - 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 - 64.16% 60.44%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard - 11.56% 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 - 96 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 - 62.72% 59.51%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard - 10.3% 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 - -
Writing - -
Maths - -

Exam Result Not Published

Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.

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 - 27.56% 30.03%
Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs - 39.45% 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 - 22.68% 25.06%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above - 11.21% 10.91%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above - 15.49% 15.51%
EBacc average points score - 2.56 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 - 92.84% 90.53%
Total number of pupils included in destination measures 4 136 144
Pupils staying in education - 87.37% 84.16%
Further education college or other further education provider - 23.94% 32.73%
School sixth forms - 48.66% 29.8%
Sixth form colleges - 0.42% 10.22%
Other education destinations - 14.49% 11.43%
Pupils in apprenticeships - 2.16% 2.8%
Pupils staying in employment - 3.38% 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 - 30.86% 32.85%
Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs - 41.56% 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 - 24.39% 24.94%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above - 14.21% 13.02%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above - 17.9% 17.19%
EBacc average points score - 2.78 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% 93.79% 90.4%
Total number of pupils included in destination measures 6 132 141
Pupils staying in education 100% 90.53% 86.29%
Further education college or other further education provider 0% 25.23% 34.03%
School sixth forms 0% 49.41% 30.82%
Sixth form colleges 0% 0.32% 10.38%
Other education destinations 100% 15.64% 11.08%
Pupils in apprenticeships 0% 1.42% 1.99%
Pupils staying in employment 0% 1.76% 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 - 30.06% 29.3%
Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs - 42.83% 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 - 28.79% 25.8%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above - 13.95% 11.47%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above - 19.27% 16.49%
EBacc average points score - 2.86 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 - 90.87% 90.2%
Total number of pupils included in destination measures 4 123 135
Pupils staying in education - 85.71% 84.08%
Further education college or other further education provider - 24.06% 33.25%
School sixth forms - 48.32% 31.27%
Sixth form colleges - 0.21% 8.45%
Other education destinations - 13.22% 11.14%
Pupils in apprenticeships - 2.6% 3.4%
Pupils staying in employment - 2.64% 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 - 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 - 29.06% 29.22%
Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs - 41.45% 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 - 26.38% 24.73%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above - 13.75% 11.33%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above - 18.54% 16.01%
EBacc average points score - 2.81 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 - 90.17% 84.87%
Total number of pupils included in destination measures 7 124 140
Pupils staying in education - 76.36% 73.88%
Further education college or other further education provider - 21.34% 28.31%
School sixth forms - 50.18% 31.6%
Sixth form colleges - 0.06% 9.08%
Other education destinations - 11.51% 5.87%
Pupils in apprenticeships - 1.83% 2.96%
Pupils staying in employment - 1.64% 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 - 28.56% 29.55%
Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs - 40.73% 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 - 26.37% 25.25%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above - 16.77% 14.71%
Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above - 18.05% 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 - 85.02% 85.29%
Total number of pupils included in destination measures 9 124 145
Pupils staying in education - 47.31% 58.19%
Further education college or other further education provider - 21.95% 30.58%
School sixth forms - 49.32% 32.22%
Sixth form colleges - 0.09% 8.95%
Other education destinations - 7.48% 5.7%
Pupils in apprenticeships - 3.15% 4.78%
Pupils staying in employment - 1.98% 2.45%
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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 - 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
5 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Stone Bay School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1

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