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Swiss Cottage School - Development & Research Centre
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- Camden NW8 6HX
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| Previous inspection | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Achievement of pupils | Outstanding |
| Quality of teaching | Outstanding |
| Behaviour and safety of pupils | Outstanding |
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Swiss Cottage School - Development & Research Centre is a All-through, Co-Ed school located in Greater London, London.
It has 261 students from age 4-19 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 6 : 1.
This school rated Outstanding by recent Ofsted inspection.
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It is a pleasure to welcome you to Swiss Cottage School, Development and Research Centre, a 2-19 special needs school in the London Borough of Camden.
We focus on holistic development through a flexible curriculum which emphasises 'Deep Learning' by responding to each student's point of learning.
We embrace a shared resonsibility for the wider population of children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND).
As a designated Teaching School, we work collaboratively with a network of schools and organisations to engage with research and innovation which will enhance approaches to SEND.
I am very privileged to be the Head of School at Swiss Cottage School, Development and Research Centre.
I look forward to working with you and your children as Head of School, where together we celebrate every pupil, their achievements and passion for learning.
At Swiss Cottage School we see every pupil as an individual and we are committed to meeting their individual and unique needs.
We want all our pupils to flourish and achieve their very best in a safe and stimulating learning environment.
Together with Multi-Agency Support Team we strive to ensure all of our pupils are well equipped and supported in developing their individual skills and abilities in a way that will positively impact their future life.
We encourage our pupils to be creative, reflective and independent individuals who communicate effectively, are respectful of themselves and of others, in the local community and the wider world.
Through effective collaboration and strong working partnership with parents, carers, families, therapists and professionals we know we can provide the best opportunities to our pupils to enable them to achieve their unique potential.
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We focus on holistic development through a flexible curriculum which emphasises 'Deep Learning' by responding to each student's point of learning.
We embrace a shared resonsibility for the wider population of children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND).
As a designated Teaching School, we work collaboratively with a network of schools and organisations to engage with research and innovation which will enhance approaches to SEND.
I am very privileged to be the Head of School at Swiss Cottage School, Development and Research Centre.
I look forward to working with you and your children as Head of School, where together we celebrate every pupil, their achievements and passion for learning.
At Swiss Cottage School we see every pupil as an individual and we are committed to meeting their individual and unique needs.
We want all our pupils to flourish and achieve their very best in a safe and stimulating learning environment.
Together with Multi-Agency Support Team we strive to ensure all of our pupils are well equipped and supported in developing their individual skills and abilities in a way that will positively impact their future life.
We encourage our pupils to be creative, reflective and independent individuals who communicate effectively, are respectful of themselves and of others, in the local community and the wider world.
Through effective collaboration and strong working partnership with parents, carers, families, therapists and professionals we know we can provide the best opportunities to our pupils to enable them to achieve their unique potential.
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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 | Outstanding | Outstanding |
| Age range | 4-19 | 5-16 | 4-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
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| Student teacher ratio | 6.6 | - | - |
| 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 | - | 100 | 96 |
| Reading | - | 101 | 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% | 69.13% | 55.77% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 14.8% | 7.35% |
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 | -8.7 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -7.5 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -8.3 | 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 | - | 93 | 96 |
| 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% | 66.23% | 60.34% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 15.73% | 9.66% |
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 | -0.7 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.4 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.7 | 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 | - | 92 | 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% | 65.08% | 59.41% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 13.38% | 9.11% |
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 | -3.5 | Below Average |
| Writing | -3 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.7 | 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 | - | 90 | 93 |
| Reading | - | 89 | 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% | 57.15% | 56.23% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 11.08% | 8.14% |
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 | -1.6 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.5 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.0 | Below Average |
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 | - | 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 | - | 36.79% | 32.7% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 46.05% | 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 | - | 33.11% | 24.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 18.84% | 12.93% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 23.84% | 17.08% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 3.46 | 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 | 100% | 93.17% | 90.41% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 17 | 131 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 92.08% | 86.28% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 12% | 21.08% | 34.06% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 58.42% | 30.68% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 4.42% | 10.44% |
| Other education destinations | 88% | 8.33% | 11.12% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 0.42% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 0.58% | 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 | - | 34.58% | 29.2% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 49.74% | 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 | - | 40.47% | 25.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 19.05% | 11.41% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 26.16% | 16.42% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 3.48 | 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% | 90.58% | 90.21% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 20 | 126 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 87.83% | 84.05% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 20% | 22.83% | 33.38% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 53.67% | 31.08% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 4.83% | 8.48% |
| Other education destinations | 70% | 6.58% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 0.58% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 2.25% | 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 | - | 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 | - | 33.05% | 29.12% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 45.42% | 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 | - | 31.89% | 24.65% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 15.21% | 11.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 20.58% | 15.92% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 3.17 | 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 | 96% | 83.82% | 84.86% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 24 | 129 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 64.36% | 73.89% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 18.27% | 28.38% |
| School sixth forms | - | 48.09% | 31.43% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 1.82% | 9.11% |
| Other education destinations | 58% | 5.91% | 5.91% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 0.45% | 2.97% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 0.82% | 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 | - | 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 | - | 39.83% | 29.45% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 51.94% | 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 | - | 34.89% | 25.18% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 22.89% | 14.63% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 25.06% | 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% | 85.18% | 85.18% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 27 | 128 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 32.91% | 58.14% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 52% | 22.91% | 30.59% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 52% | 32.04% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 1% | 9.01% |
| Other education destinations | 48% | 4.36% | 5.68% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 1.36% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 0.73% | 2.46% |
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Holidays 2023/24
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 23rd Oct 2023 - 27th Oct 2023 |
| Winter Holidays | 22nd Dec 2023 - 5th Jan 2024 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 12th Feb 2024 - 16th Feb 2024 |
| Spring Holidays | 29th Mar 2024 - 12th Apr 2024 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 27th May 2024 - 31st May 2024 |
| Summer Holidays | 25th Jul 2024 - 30th Aug 2024 |
Terms Dates 2023/24
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th Sep 2023 - 22nd Oct 2023 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 28th Oct 2023 - 21st Dec 2023 |
| Spring Term | 6th Jan 2024 - 11th Feb 2024 |
| Spring Term-2 | 17th Feb 2024 - 28th Mar 2024 |
| Summer Term | 13th Apr 2024 - 26th May 2024 |
| Summer Term-2 | 1st Jun 2024 - 24th Jul 2024 |
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