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William Ellis School
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- Camden NW5 1RN
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Based on the inspection date: 18 May 2022
Requires Improvement
| The quality of education | Requires Improvement |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Requires Improvement |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Requires Improvement |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
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Academic Progress: Over time, pupils' learning is uneven.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Derogatory language is not tackled effectively.
Current Educational Practices: Assessment practices are mixed.
Strengths and Challenges: Some teachers do not identify key knowledge that pupils need.
Opportunities for Involvement: Leaders ensure pupils have access to a wide range of clubs and activities.
Communication: Staff work effectively with families and seek additional support when needed.
Parent Satisfaction: Mixed responses to how concerns are handled.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders make well-considered decisions about how to protect and support pupils.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders should put in place a clear consistent approach to planning for and assessing pupils' progression.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Most pupils trust teachers to help them if they are bullied.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Pupils are kept safe, but some feel worried about behaviour around the school.
Extracurricular Offerings: There is a rich extra-curricular offer including music, sport, and the Duke of Edinburgh's Award.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Personal development is promoted well with clubs, trips and activities.
Outdoor Facilities: The outdoor curriculum includes camping and hiking activities.
Career Counselling Services: Careers provision is well planned, especially in the sixth form.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Students are supported to select the right courses and achieve highly.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Pupils with SEND receive a range of additional support but adaptations in classrooms are inconsistent.
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William Ellis School is a Secondary, Boys school located in Greater London, London.
It has 879 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1.
At this school, 57% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
96.70% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Requires Improvement by recent Ofsted inspection.
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In the school community at William Ellis, there is a strong sense of pride and belonging. The school is unique, active, and diverse. Our goal is to establish a setting that fosters achievement, self-discovery, leadership development, a love of learning, and the acquisition of practical life skills. We are interested in a person's overall growth, including their intellectual, physical, emotional, social, and spiritual development. We place a strong focus on respect for others and the individual's inherent worth.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools | Local Authority Maintained Schools |
| Snobe grade |
B-
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A
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C+
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| Ofset report | Requires Improvement | Outstanding | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Boys | Girls | Girls |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 15.4 | 14.3 | 13.2 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 57% | 67% | 49% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 8.80% | 11.70% | 5.60% |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
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 | -0.26 | 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 | 49.5 | 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% | 32% | 29.96% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 71% | 42.7% | 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 | 87% | 28.15% | 25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 29% | 13.75% | 10.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 52% | 18.3% | 15.47% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.78 | 3.18 | 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 | 95% | 90.92% | 90.52% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 110 | 136 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 94% | 88.75% | 84.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 17% | 18.83% | 32.75% |
| School sixth forms | 75% | 57.67% | 29.73% |
| Sixth form colleges | 1% | 3.67% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 8.58% | 11.48% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 0.58% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 1.83% | 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 | -0.19 | 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 | 52.6 | 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 | 69% | 36.79% | 32.78% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 79% | 46.05% | 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 | 91% | 33.11% | 24.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 37% | 18.84% | 12.99% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 58% | 23.84% | 17.14% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.12 | 3.46 | 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 | 98% | 93.17% | 90.39% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 120 | 131 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 96% | 92.08% | 86.27% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 11% | 21.08% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 83% | 58.42% | 30.75% |
| Sixth form colleges | 3% | 4.42% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 8.33% | 11.13% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 0.42% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 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 | -0.44 | 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 | 46.3 | 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% 3 | 34.58% | 29.24% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 67% 4 | 49.74% | 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 | 85% | 40.47% | 25.76% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 27% 4 | 19.05% | 11.44% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 40% 6 | 26.16% | 16.45% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.54 | 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 | 93% | 90.58% | 90.21% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 117 | 126 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 87.83% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 12% | 22.83% | 33.3% |
| School sixth forms | 64% | 53.67% | 31.15% |
| Sixth form colleges | 15% | 4.83% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 6.58% | 11.19% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 0.58% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 2.25% | 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 | -0.48 | 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 | 44 | 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 | 44% 12 | 33.05% | 29.18% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 63% 8 | 45.42% | 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 | 69% | 31.89% | 24.69% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 23% 11 | 15.21% | 11.29% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 34% 4 | 20.58% | 15.97% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.2 | 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 | 94% | 83.82% | 84.86% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 123 | 129 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 89% | 64.36% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 16% | 18.27% | 28.32% |
| School sixth forms | 63% | 48.09% | 31.51% |
| Sixth form colleges | 7% | 1.82% | 9.07% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 5.91% | 5.94% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 0.45% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 0.82% | 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 | -0.25 | 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 | 47.6 | 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 | 56% | 39.83% | 29.51% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 71% | 51.94% | 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 | 63% | 34.89% | 25.21% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 34% | 22.89% | 14.68% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 38% | 25.06% | 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 | 97% | 85.18% | 85.23% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 116 | 128 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 32.91% | 58.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 19% | 22.91% | 30.56% |
| School sixth forms | 74% | 52% | 32.11% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 1% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 4.36% | 5.75% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 1.36% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 0.73% | 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 | 29.53 | 29.58 | 29.99 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 29.42 | 29.23 | 29.55 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 8.80% | 12.99% | 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 | 87 | 401 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 55% | 66.58% | 58.59% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 2% | 2.42% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 21% | 14.67% | 21.14% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 17% | 11.25% | 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 | 31.23 | 32.93 | 33.4 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.1 | 32.83 | 32.48 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 12.3% | 16.82% | 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 | 124 | 468 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 66% | 63% | 60.66% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 2% | 1.69% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 7% | 7.23% | 17.72% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 20% | 14.31% | 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 | 32.56 7 | 30.92 | 29.38 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.43 6 | 31.56 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 10.4% | 15.09% | 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 | 95 | 306 | 231 |
| Students staying in education | 57% | 55.85% | 57.28% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 8% | 3.85% | 7.78% |
| Students entering employment | 19% | 15% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 4% | 9.08% | 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 | 25.19 1 | 29.88 | 29.02 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 26.35 1 | 31.04 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 1.9% | 13.91% | 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 | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 14.08% | 31.48% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 1.62% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 5.23% | 15.8% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 6.46% | 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 | 26.72 | 29.94 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 27.85 | 32.26 | 27.74 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 5.9% | 15.17% | 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 | - | 1 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 12 | 28.38% | 36.22% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 1.77% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 22% | 12.23% | 20.04% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 9% | 8.23% | 4.23% |
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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 William Ellis School
Local authority ratio 15 : 1
