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Swanwick School and Sports College
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- Swanwick DE55 1AR
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| Previous inspection | Good |
| Leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Achievement of pupils | Outstanding |
| Quality of teaching | Outstanding |
| Behaviour and safety of pupils | Outstanding |
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Swanwick School and Sports College is a top rated, All-through, Co-Ed school located in Derbyshire, East Midlands.
It has 96 students from age 5-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 5 : 1.
This school rated Outstanding by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Since September 2011, I have had the honour of serving as the headteacher of Swanwick School & Sports College. My name is Chris Greenhough.
We hope that you may get a sense of the opportunities we can provide for our young people from our website.
Our curriculum is centred on the needs of our students, but it emphasises maximising each student's academic potential while also fostering their independence and life skills.
At SSSC, students make exceptional progress and have access to a wide range of relevant credentials, such as GCSEs, Entry Level credentials, Functional Skills, and Princes Trust certification.
Our pastoral team, which includes the head of school, the SENCo, the family liaison worker, and the positive support lead, makes sure that we address the social and emotional needs of our students and, whenever possible, assist families.
I am proud of the work we accomplish at the school, so if you believe your kid will benefit from attending, please call the school at 01773 602198 to set up a visit or get more information.
Each student will enjoy their time in school and have a plethora of fond memories and important experiences to look back on.
acquire the life skills, credentials, and self-worth necessary to reach their full potential and take advantage of further chances in adulthood.
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We hope that you may get a sense of the opportunities we can provide for our young people from our website.
Our curriculum is centred on the needs of our students, but it emphasises maximising each student's academic potential while also fostering their independence and life skills.
At SSSC, students make exceptional progress and have access to a wide range of relevant credentials, such as GCSEs, Entry Level credentials, Functional Skills, and Princes Trust certification.
Our pastoral team, which includes the head of school, the SENCo, the family liaison worker, and the positive support lead, makes sure that we address the social and emotional needs of our students and, whenever possible, assist families.
I am proud of the work we accomplish at the school, so if you believe your kid will benefit from attending, please call the school at 01773 602198 to set up a visit or get more information.
Each student will enjoy their time in school and have a plethora of fond memories and important experiences to look back on.
acquire the life skills, credentials, and self-worth necessary to reach their full potential and take advantage of further chances in adulthood.
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| Phase of Education | All-through | All-through | All-through |
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| Type | Special Schools | Special Schools | Special Schools |
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| Ofset report | Outstanding | Good | Outstanding |
| Age range | 5-16 | 2-19 | 5-20 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 5.1 | 7.2 | - |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
Secondary Exam Result
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 | -2 | 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 | 1.2 | 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% | 31.24% | 32.7% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 43.61% | 45.2% |
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% | 18.45% | 24.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 10.36% | 12.93% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 13.77% | 17.08% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.1 | 2.72 | 2.96 |
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 | 67% | 85.82% | 90.41% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 12 | 131 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 58% | 79.75% | 86.28% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 58% | 36.82% | 34.06% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 26.93% | 30.68% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 7.61% | 10.44% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 8.39% | 11.12% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 3.09% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 8% | 3% | 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 | -2.15 | 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 | 4.1 | 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% | 29.63% | 29.2% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 7% | 44.55% | 43.33% |
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 | 0% | 22.25% | 25.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 10.79% | 11.41% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 15.23% | 16.42% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.37 | 2.77 | 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 | 83% | 83.69% | 90.21% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 12 | 126 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 75% | 73.69% | 84.05% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 50% | 34.63% | 33.38% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 27.29% | 31.08% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 8.91% | 8.48% |
| Other education destinations | 25% | 2.83% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 6.43% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 8% | 3.63% | 2.77% |
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 | -1.93 | 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 | 0.7 | 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% | 28.71% | 29.12% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 42.79% | 42.55% |
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% | 20.5% | 24.65% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 8.58% | 11.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 12.65% | 15.92% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.04 | 2.66 | 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 | 91% | 90.43% | 84.86% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 11 | 151 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 77.43% | 73.89% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 55% | 39.25% | 28.38% |
| School sixth forms | - | 31.21% | 31.43% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 6.11% | 9.11% |
| Other education destinations | 27% | 1.21% | 5.91% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 5.57% | 2.97% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3.21% | 2.07% |
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 | -2.29 | 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 | 2.8 | 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% | 29.51% | 29.45% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 44.71% | 43.01% |
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% | 21.17% | 25.18% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 13.56% | 14.63% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 14.71% | 16.18% |
| 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% | 87.79% | 85.18% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 15 | 160 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 76% | 58.14% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 93% | 42.83% | 30.59% |
| School sixth forms | - | 33.13% | 32.04% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 4.63% | 9.01% |
| Other education destinations | - | 0.21% | 5.68% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 8.96% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3.79% | 2.46% |
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Holidays 2023/24
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 30th Oct 2023 - 3rd Nov 2023 |
| Winter Holidays | 25th Dec 2023 - 5th Jan 2024 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 19th Feb 2024 - 23rd Feb 2024 |
| Spring Holidays | 29th Mar 2024 - 12th Apr 2024 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 27th May 2024 - 31st May 2024 |
| Summer Holidays | 24th Jul 2024 - 3rd Sep 2024 |
Terms Dates 2023/24
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th Sep 2023 - 29th Oct 2023 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 4th Nov 2023 - 24th Dec 2023 |
| Spring Term | 6th Jan 2024 - 18th Feb 2024 |
| Spring Term-2 | 24th Feb 2024 - 28th Mar 2024 |
| Summer Term | 13th Apr 2024 - 26th May 2024 |
| Summer Term-2 | 1st Jun 2024 - 23rd Jul 2024 |
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Student teacher ratio at Swanwick School and Sports College
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