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The Sydney Russell School
- 1.7 (3 reviews)
- All-through
- Barking and Dagenham RM9 5QT
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Not Previously Inspected |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
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Academic Progress: Curriculum is ambitious, focusing on essential knowledge resulting in good achievements overall.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are respectful, behave well, and manage their own behavior effectively.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Additional support helps pupils with reading and language; plans to improve history and geography learning are in place.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers receive consistent training and support; workloads are manageable.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Teaching focuses on understanding and remembering essential knowledge, leading to good achievements.
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: Teachers have good subject knowledge and choose effective activities; professional development is ongoing.
Communication with Parents: Parents can use Ofsted Parent View to share opinions and get updates.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents are informed through Ofsted Parent View, indicating general satisfaction.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Staff resolve issues effectively, and pupils feel safe to express concerns.
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: Leaders are revising curricula and developing staff expertise to improve learning outcomes.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: Bullying is not tolerated; pupils feel safe to report concerns.
Behaviour and Attitudes of Pupils: Behavior and attitudes are outstanding throughout the school.
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: Safeguarding arrangements are effective, with regular training and clear protocols.
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: High-quality extracurricular activities in arts, sports, and global citizenship with high participation.
Balancing Academics with Extracurriculars: Leaders ensure all pupil groups participate in extracurricular activities without academic compromise.
Career Counselling Services: Comprehensive careers program including guidance for university, apprenticeships, and work.
Preparation for Next Key Stage: Future pathways sessions prepare students for post-sixth form options.
Support for SEND: Support for SEND is well-planned and effective, ensuring progress for all pupils.
Subjects Offered: Broad range of subjects at all levels with ambitious curriculum planning.
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About Us
The Sydney Russell School is a All-through, Co-Ed school located in Greater London, London.
It has 2593 students from age 4-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1.
At this school, 55% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
96.90% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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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 | 107 | 97 | 97 |
| Reading | 106 | 98 | 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 | 69% | 57.83% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% | 6.32% | 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 | 1.4 | Above Average |
| Writing | 0.9 | Above Average |
| Maths | 2.7 | Above 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 | 108 | 90 | 96 |
| Reading | 105 | 89 | 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 | 80% | 56.43% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 3% | 9.69% | 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 | 2.3 | Above Average |
| Writing | 1.0 | Above Average |
| Maths | 3.5 | Above 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 | - | 87 | 94 |
| Reading | - | 87 | 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 | - | 56.39% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | - | 7.68% | 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 | - |
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 | - | 84 | 93 |
| Reading | - | 83 | 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 | - | 54.73% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | - | 7.7% | 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 | - | |
| Writing | - | |
| Maths | - |
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 | 0.38 | 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 | 51.5 | 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 | 55% | 41.58% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 73% | 54.95% | 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 | 79% | 37.63% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 30% | 16.16% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 45% | 22.95% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.83 | 3.48 | 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 | 96% | 93.13% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 321 | 185 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 93% | 91.67% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 47% | 34.87% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 44% | 43.13% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 2% | 5.07% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | SP | 8.53% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 0.6% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 1% | 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 | 52.8 | 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 | 60% | 38.16% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 78% | 50.42% | 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 | 73% | 38.95% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 36% | 17.58% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 46% | 24.58% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.92 | 3.28 | 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 | 93% | 87.46% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 321 | 192 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 92% | 86.54% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 48% | 33.08% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 39% | 39.69% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 4% | 4.92% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 8.92% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 0.46% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 0.46% | 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 | 0.38 | 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 | 50.1 | 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 | 49% 8 | 28.82% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 65% 4 | 41.76% | 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 | 67% | 23.24% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 27% 3 | 9.82% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 38% 1 | 14.12% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.44 | 2.63 | 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 | 95% | 94.27% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 263 | 194 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 91.45% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 48% | 25.91% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 39% | 50.18% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 3% | 6% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | SP | 9.36% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 1.36% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 1.36% | 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 | 0.17 | 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 | 47.3 | 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 | 41% 2 | 30.47% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 61% 3 | 44.87% | 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 | 73% | 25.8% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 24% 11 | 9.87% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 39% 8 | 15.2% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.23 | 2.95 | 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 | 92% | 93.1% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 260 | 211 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 85% | 80.5% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 33% | 26.9% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 38% | 46.9% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 3% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 0.1% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 0.8% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 0.6% | 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 | 0.32 | 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 | 47.5 | 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% | 32.67% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 58% | 46.47% | 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 | 75% | 22.6% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 35% | 13.6% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 47% | 16.27% | 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 | 88% | 94.5% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 271 | 212 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 86% | 82.6% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 39% | 30.3% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 41% | 45.4% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 6% | 2.6% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 10% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 3.7% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 1.9% | 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 | 38.28 | 31.02 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 38.21 | 31.02 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 8.60% | 11.13% | 13.67% |
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 | 100 | 171 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 79% | 75.5% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 2% | 3.2% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 7% | 9.3% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 7.9% | 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 | 37.47 | 29.56 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 37.65 | 29.86 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 8.8% | 10.87% | 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 | 114 | 211 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 82% | 74.09% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 2% | 2.82% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 5% | 8.45% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 10% | 10% | 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 | 33.82 1 | 27.3 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.87 | 28.23 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 8.0% | 7.37% | 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 | 79 | 244 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 72% | 60.7% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 6.5% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 8% | 16.8% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 10.2% | 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 | 32.64 | 27.53 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.13 2 | 28.54 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 5.0% | 6.42% | 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 | - | 7 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 7 | 22.6% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 7% | 4.1% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 10% | 12% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 3.9% | 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 | 32.33 | 20.27 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 35.62 | 20.52 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 4.5% | 5.2% | 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 | - | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 8 | 20.4% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 7% | 5.8% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 13% | 13.8% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 5.8% | 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 | 24th 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 - 23rd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
16 : 1
Student teacher ratio at The Sydney Russell School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
