Wolfdale School - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2024)
Wolfdale School
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Wolfdale School
- Middle Deemed Secondary
- Anstey LE7 7BP
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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 |
| Does the school meet the independent school standards? | Yes |
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Academic Progress: Pupils value learning subjects that they know will help them in the future.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Relationships between pupils and staff are positive.
Qualifications and Training: Staff are knowledgeable about the subjects they deliver.
Current Educational Practices: Teachers use targeted questions to check pupils’ learning and prompt deeper thinking.
Strengths and Challenges: Occasionally, pupils are not challenged enough and find the work too easy.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents and carers notice the difference in their children.
Communication: Parents’ views and opinions matter.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents notice the positive changes in their children's behavior and emotions.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders and staff are alert to any signs that a pupil may be at risk.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders must ensure that the curriculum is always ambitious.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying is not common. Staff deal with it effectively.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Safeguarding arrangements are effective.
Extracurricular Offerings: Pupils enjoy a range of enrichment activities such as archery and boating.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Pupils are keen participants in both academic and extracurricular activities.
Career Counselling Services: Pupils benefit from a well-developed careers programme.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Most pupils secure appropriate placements after school.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Leaders take pupils' EHC plan targets into account.
Subjects Offered: Pupils study a balance of academic and vocational courses.
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Wolfdale School is a Middle Deemed Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Leicestershire, East Midlands.
It has 50 students from age 7-16 yr.
At this school, 11% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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| Phase of Education | Middle Deemed Secondary | Middle Deemed Secondary | Middle Deemed Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Special Schools | Special Schools | Special Schools |
| Snobe grade |
C
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C-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Requires Improvement |
| Age range | 7-16 | 6-19 | 6-17 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | - | - | - |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 11% | - | 0% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| 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 | - | 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 | 4.0 | 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 | 11% | 27.81% | 29.96% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 22% | 40.24% | 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 | 0% | 20.58% | 25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 8.76% | 10.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 12.41% | 15.47% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.24 | 2.46 | 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 | - | 94.53% | 90.52% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 151 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 86.95% | 84.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 36.56% | 32.75% |
| School sixth forms | - | 26.81% | 29.73% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 10.42% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | - | 13.09% | 11.48% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 4.07% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3.65% | 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 | - | 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 | - | 29.86% | 32.78% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 42.62% | 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 | - | 22.01% | 24.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 11.38% | 12.99% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 14.96% | 17.14% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 2.65 | 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 | - | 95.12% | 90.39% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 146 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 90.2% | 86.27% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 39.24% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | - | 27.59% | 30.75% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 9.22% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | - | 14.12% | 11.13% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.32% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.32% | 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 | - | 30.33% | 29.24% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 45.41% | 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 | - | 23.98% | 25.76% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 10.51% | 11.44% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 15.69% | 16.45% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 2.77 | 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 | - | 95.56% | 90.21% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 145 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 87.47% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 34.65% | 33.3% |
| School sixth forms | - | 29.29% | 31.15% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 6.35% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | - | 17.29% | 11.19% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 5% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3.06% | 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 | - | 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 | - | 25.89% | 29.18% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 39.36% | 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 | - | 19.05% | 24.69% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 8.64% | 11.29% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 12.34% | 15.97% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 2.43 | 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 | - | 91.81% | 84.86% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 168 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 80.92% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 28.85% | 28.32% |
| School sixth forms | - | 30.23% | 31.51% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 5.08% | 9.07% |
| Other education destinations | - | 17.81% | 5.94% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3.23% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.08% | 2.06% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
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