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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Good |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
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Walsall Studio School is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in West Midlands County, West Midlands.
It has 188 students from age 14-19 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 11 : 1.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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In a 4-year transformational journey from school student (at the start of Y10) to young creative professional, Walsall Studio School is a specialist studio school with a bespoke curriculum and pedagogy designed to engage, enable and extend students to catch up (where required), step up, and then reach for greatness (at the end of sixth form study).
Students who complete KS5 earn the highest marks available, go on to some of the greatest universities, conservatories, and acting schools in the nation, and start working right away for local and well-known national companies like IBM and the BBC.
One of the top-performing 14–19 academies in the nation is Walsall Studio School (headline KS5 APS average grades and progress VA for all KS5 performance measures).
The studio school's mission is best summed up by its founders' dedication to social mobility; the institution has a strong track record of helping underprivileged and vulnerable students participate in their education and the larger community.
Leaders have overseen the application and pre-opening phases of a new AP Free School in response to the extremely high demand for Alternative Provision places in Walsall.
When it started operating in January 2019, The Ladder (AP) Free School became the trust's sixth institution.
The governors and administrators of Walsall Studio School have been able to better explain and clarify the differences between our mainstream studio school and the alternative provision free school thanks to their leadership in this innovation.
The DFE chose Walsall Studio School to lead the L3 Core Maths pilot in 2015, and it has since increased the number of pupils (especially girls) earning advanced-level math credentials by the age of 18.
The school played a key role in preparing teachers with a second specialisation in mathematics after being named a Lead School for TSST Maths in 2016.
Dan Parkes, Executive Principal of Walsall Studio School, is the Chair and Director of the Network. Walsall Studio School is a pioneer institution in the national studio schools movement.
In order to fulfil the goals of the government's social mobility plan, Walsall Studio School is a key player in defining the national movement for studio schools. Developing Talent and Realizing Potential.
Academic, Technical, and Vocational Excellence excellent instruction that gives students "actual currency" in interviews with businesses or institutions (as well as educational experiences that provide students with a competitive advantage over other students with the same qualifications).
Employability and Enterprise Skills make use of the CREATE framework to encourage, test, and track students' development of the essential life and job skills.
Fully inclusive of students of all abilities (with the hope that every child will realise their full potential) and in accordance with the national Schools Admissions Code.
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Students who complete KS5 earn the highest marks available, go on to some of the greatest universities, conservatories, and acting schools in the nation, and start working right away for local and well-known national companies like IBM and the BBC.
One of the top-performing 14–19 academies in the nation is Walsall Studio School (headline KS5 APS average grades and progress VA for all KS5 performance measures).
The studio school's mission is best summed up by its founders' dedication to social mobility; the institution has a strong track record of helping underprivileged and vulnerable students participate in their education and the larger community.
Leaders have overseen the application and pre-opening phases of a new AP Free School in response to the extremely high demand for Alternative Provision places in Walsall.
When it started operating in January 2019, The Ladder (AP) Free School became the trust's sixth institution.
The governors and administrators of Walsall Studio School have been able to better explain and clarify the differences between our mainstream studio school and the alternative provision free school thanks to their leadership in this innovation.
The DFE chose Walsall Studio School to lead the L3 Core Maths pilot in 2015, and it has since increased the number of pupils (especially girls) earning advanced-level math credentials by the age of 18.
The school played a key role in preparing teachers with a second specialisation in mathematics after being named a Lead School for TSST Maths in 2016.
Dan Parkes, Executive Principal of Walsall Studio School, is the Chair and Director of the Network. Walsall Studio School is a pioneer institution in the national studio schools movement.
In order to fulfil the goals of the government's social mobility plan, Walsall Studio School is a key player in defining the national movement for studio schools. Developing Talent and Realizing Potential.
Academic, Technical, and Vocational Excellence excellent instruction that gives students "actual currency" in interviews with businesses or institutions (as well as educational experiences that provide students with a competitive advantage over other students with the same qualifications).
Employability and Enterprise Skills make use of the CREATE framework to encourage, test, and track students' development of the essential life and job skills.
Fully inclusive of students of all abilities (with the hope that every child will realise their full potential) and in accordance with the national Schools Admissions Code.
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| Type | Free Schools | Free Schools |
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| Ofset report | Good | - |
| Age range | 14-19 | 13-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
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| Student teacher ratio | 11.5 | 3.8 |
| 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 | -0.58 | 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 | 38.6 | 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 | 24% | 37.61% | 32.7% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 50% | 51.75% | 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% | 25.07% | 24.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 13.54% | 12.93% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 17.68% | 17.08% |
| EBacc average points score | 2.57 | 3.25 | 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 | 94% | 91.55% | 90.41% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 52 | 153 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 88% | 86.86% | 86.28% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 31% | 37.68% | 34.06% |
| School sixth forms | 54% | 43.64% | 30.68% |
| Sixth form colleges | 2% | 0.41% | 10.44% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 5.27% | 11.12% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 1.36% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 3.27% | 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 | -1.17 | 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 | 28.8 | 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 | 9% | 35.08% | 29.2% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 34% 9 | 52.62% | 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% | 25.96% | 25.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 12.81% | 11.41% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 17.5% | 16.42% |
| EBacc average points score | 1.03 | 3.29 | 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 | 84% | 92.52% | 90.21% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 55 | 145 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 80% | 86.9% | 84.05% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 31% | 34.71% | 33.38% |
| School sixth forms | 49% | 43.43% | 31.08% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.19% | 8.48% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 8.43% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 3.05% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 2.52% | 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 | -1.06 | 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 | 31.9 | 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 | 9% 6 | 35.16% | 29.12% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 25% 6 | 51% | 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% | 29.4% | 24.65% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 13.96% | 11.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 18.8% | 15.92% |
| EBacc average points score | 2.1 | 3.33 | 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 | 89% | 89.57% | 84.86% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 54 | 149 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 80% | 78.81% | 73.89% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 26% | 31.19% | 28.38% |
| School sixth forms | 52% | 43.57% | 31.43% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0% | 9.11% |
| Other education destinations | - | 7.9% | 5.91% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.95% | 2.97% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.05% | 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 | -1.4 | 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 | 28.7 | 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 | 15% | 36.2% | 29.45% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 31% | 53.92% | 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% | 26.72% | 25.18% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 17.04% | 14.63% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 18.12% | 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 | 62% | 87.52% | 85.18% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 29 | 150 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 68.67% | 58.14% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 29.52% | 30.59% |
| School sixth forms | 41% | 44.52% | 32.04% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0% | 9.01% |
| Other education destinations | - | 6.81% | 5.68% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 4.67% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.76% | 2.46% |
A level exam result
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 | - | 30.7 | 33.36 |
| Average grade | - | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 27.01 | 32.43 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 11.34% | 17.63% |
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 | 78 | 192 | 249 |
| Students staying in education | 64% | 64.72% | 60.59% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 1% | 5.78% | 4.98% |
| Students entering employment | 6% | 11.78% | 17.76% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 22% | 12.56% | 10.71% |
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 | - | 24.34 | 29.34 |
| Average grade | - | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 24.85 | 28.6 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 7.81% | 12.99% |
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 | 63 | 170 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 56% | 63.17% | 57.23% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 0% | 10.22% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 17% | 12.17% | 21.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 14% | 9.11% | 8.81% |
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 | 19.20 14 | 24.15 | 28.97 |
| Average grade | D | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 23.53 | 28.76 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 6.29% | 13.27% |
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 | 15 | 15.26% | 31.71% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 7% | 6.95% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 27% | 10.79% | 15.82% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 20% | 5.21% | 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 | 33.33 | 25.94 | 26.71 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 26.03 | 27.74 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 7.29% | 12.59% |
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 | - | 0 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 7 | 19.26% | 36.45% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 6.79% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 23% | 14.05% | 20.08% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 4.05% | 4.25% |
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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 | 12th Feb 2024 - 16th Feb 2024 |
| Spring Holidays | 25th Mar 2024 - 5th Apr 2024 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 27th May 2024 - 31st May 2024 |
| Summer Holidays | 23rd Jul 2024 - 30th Aug 2024 |
Terms Dates 2023/24
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 5th Sep 2023 - 29th Oct 2023 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 4th Nov 2023 - 24th Dec 2023 |
| Spring Term | 6th Jan 2024 - 11th Feb 2024 |
| Spring Term-2 | 17th Feb 2024 - 24th Mar 2024 |
| Summer Term | 6th Apr 2024 - 26th May 2024 |
| Summer Term-2 | 1st Jun 2024 - 22nd Jul 2024 |
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