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Whitmore High School
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- Harrow HA2 0AD
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| Leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Sixth-form provision | Outstanding |
| Achievement of pupils | Outstanding |
| Quality of teaching | Outstanding |
| Behaviour and safety of pupils | Outstanding |
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Academic Progress: Almost all students make outstanding progress.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Students’ behaviour is exemplary and they are very polite.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers have excellent subject knowledge and plan work that enthuses and challenges.
Current Educational Practices: Regular professional development ensures high-quality teaching.
Strengths and Challenges: Teaching is consistently good with some exemplary marking; however, consistency in marking needs improvement.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents' views are canvassed through various forums and meetings.
Communication: Parents are kept informed through questionnaires, parents’ evenings, and the headteacher’s weekly drop-in surgery.
Parent Satisfaction: Most parents are very positive and would recommend the school.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: The headteacher and governors handle concerns effectively and implement rigorous plans.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Robust systems for performance management improve teaching quality and student achievement.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Systems for safeguarding are thorough and consistently applied.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Students feel safe and well cared for, and incidents of poor behaviour are rare.
Extracurricular Offerings: Students have many opportunities to take part in a wide range of clubs and visits.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Various activities help in developing leadership and responsibilities.
Career Counselling Services: Students receive excellent guidance and support for higher education and employment.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Strong links with other colleges and universities provide excellent support for transition.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Disabled students and those with special educational needs make excellent progress due to tailored support.
Subjects Offered: The school provides a wide range of subjects meeting the needs of all students.
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Whitmore High School is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Greater London, London.
It has 1733 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1.
At this school, 61% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
98.30% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Outstanding by recent Ofsted inspection.
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With pupils meeting exceedingly high standards, Whitmore's Sixth Form is very well-liked and successful. Our Sixth Form received an Outstanding rating from Ofsted in 2015 together with the rest of the institution. More than 30 A levels and Level 3 BTEC awards in sport and health and social care are among the many courses we offer. Our affiliation with the Harrow Sixth Form Collegiate substantially expands the range of courses we provide, and we collaborate with nearby high schools and institutions to enable all of our sixth-graders to take the courses they want to. The Sixth Form preserves the high standards, individualised care, and support ethos of our school. Our sixth formers get exceptional teaching and learning, take part in a variety of outings and activities, and are expected to serve in leadership capacities within the school and the neighbourhood. A strict pastoral curriculum that develops the spiritual, moral, social, and cultural education that students receive during their stay at Whitmore High School serves as reinforcement for this.
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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 | 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 | 57.7 | 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 | 61% | 40.32% | 29.96% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 75% | 51.42% | 42.99% |
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 | 93% | 47.16% | 25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 35% | 20.53% | 10.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 46% | 27.74% | 15.47% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.33 | 3.56 | 2.82 |
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% | 95.93% | 90.52% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 267 | 168 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 95% | 95.2% | 84.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 28% | 26.33% | 32.75% |
| School sixth forms | 63% | 44.53% | 29.73% |
| Sixth form colleges | 4% | 11.87% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 12.33% | 11.48% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 0.4% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 0.6% | 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 | 1.15 | 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 | 59.9 | 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 | 69% | 39.63% | 32.78% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 83% | 51.42% | 45.26% |
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 | 92% | 45.21% | 24.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 40% | 18.53% | 12.99% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 54% | 24.32% | 17.14% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.54 | 3.57 | 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 | 97% | 95.21% | 90.39% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 269 | 166 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 96% | 94.5% | 86.27% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 34% | 29.93% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 57% | 38.5% | 30.75% |
| Sixth form colleges | 5% | 14.36% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | SP | 11.71% | 11.13% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | SP | 0.14% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 0.57% | 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 | 0.99 | 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 | 57.4 | 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 | 58% 1 | 27.33% | 29.24% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 78% 5 | 39.56% | 43.34% |
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 | 89% | 35.78% | 25.76% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 29% 2 | 14.5% | 11.44% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 50% 5 | 21.39% | 16.45% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.34 | 2.83 | 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 | 97% | 95.58% | 90.21% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 265 | 159 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 97% | 94.25% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 31% | 31.42% | 33.3% |
| School sixth forms | 58% | 41.5% | 31.15% |
| Sixth form colleges | 8% | 9.17% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 12.25% | 11.19% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 0.33% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 1.08% | 2.76% |
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 | 1.1 | 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 | 56.1 | 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 | 57% | 27.83% | 29.18% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 73% 2 | 38.22% | 42.58% |
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 | 91% | 32.22% | 24.69% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 31% 17 | 12.78% | 11.29% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 45% 9 | 18.94% | 15.97% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.16 | 2.71 | 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 | 97% | 87% | 84.86% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 265 | 180 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 95% | 76.82% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 31% | 28.91% | 28.32% |
| School sixth forms | 58% | 40.09% | 31.51% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 7.09% | 9.07% |
| Other education destinations | - | 5.27% | 5.94% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 0% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 0% | 2.06% |
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 | 0.87 | 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 | 54.5 | 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 | 57% | 27.5% | 29.51% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 75% | 39.39% | 43.04% |
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 | 88% | 30.11% | 25.21% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 48% | 15.94% | 14.68% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 54% | 17.72% | 16.23% |
| 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 | 96% | 96.09% | 85.23% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 265 | 177 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 95% | 25.82% | 58.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 23% | 29.27% | 30.56% |
| School sixth forms | 66% | 42.27% | 32.11% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 6.18% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 9.09% | 5.75% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 1.36% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 0.27% | 2.46% |
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 | 39 | 31.64 | 29.99 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 40.24 | 31.93 | 29.55 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 21.90% | 14.81% | 13.64% |
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 | 197 | 271 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 84% | 78.17% | 58.59% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 0% | 2% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 9% | 10.08% | 21.14% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 4% | 5.92% | 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 | 43.28 | 35.07 | 33.4 |
| Average grade | B+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 42.46 | 34.98 | 32.48 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 23.0% | 20.6% | 17.69% |
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 | 172 | 271 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 81% | 82.17% | 60.66% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 1% | 0.75% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 10% | 5.75% | 17.72% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 3% | 5.75% | 10.7% |
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 | 32.28 1 | 28.97 | 29.38 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 35.53 2 | 30.6 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 8.9% | 12.38% | 13.04% |
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 | 150 | 259 | 231 |
| Students staying in education | 79% | 77.09% | 57.28% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 2% | 2.73% | 7.78% |
| Students entering employment | 13% | 10.09% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 4% | 5.64% | 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 | 33.27 | 31.49 | 29.02 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 37.73 1 | 32.88 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 11.6% | 17.16% | 13.34% |
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 | - | 15.91% | 31.48% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 1% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 3.27% | 15.8% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 3.27% | 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 | 33.49 | 26.21 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 38.7 | 28.39 | 27.74 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 19.0% | 14.14% | 12.63% |
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 | - | 4 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 11 | 25.18% | 36.22% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 0% | 1.09% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 9% | 9.18% | 20.04% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 3% | 3.18% | 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 | 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
15 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Whitmore High School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1