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Wollaston School
- Secondary
- Wollaston NN29 7PH
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
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Academic Progress: Pupils benefit from well-planned curriculum and positive relationships with teachers.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils work hard, behave well, and display positive attitudes.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers have strong subject knowledge.
Current Educational Practices: Most teachers use assessment well to check pupils’ understanding and identify gaps.
Strengths and Challenges: Teachers' expectations of work in some lessons are not always high.
Opportunities for Involvement: Pupils have opportunities to be leaders, join school council, and support charities.
Communication: Parents can use Ofsted Parent View to give feedback.
Parent Satisfaction: Many parents participate positively in school events.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders implement clear policies and handle issues swiftly.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders ensure an ambitious curriculum and strong pastoral care.
Managing Bullying and Safety: There is a strong culture of safeguarding and pupils feel safe.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Pupils benefit from strong pastoral care.
Extracurricular Offerings: A range of clubs including sports, coding, and role-playing games.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Many pupils enjoy participating in clubs while managing academic responsibilities.
Outdoor Facilities: Duke of Edinburgh’s Award activities available.
Career Counselling Services: Detailed programme of careers advice and guidance.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Sixth-form students are well-prepared for future success.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Improvements noted but more work needed to adapt curriculum for SEND pupils.
Subjects Offered: Pupils study a wide range of different subjects.
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About Us
Wollaston School is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Northamptonshire, East Midlands.
It has 1430 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.
At this school, 44% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
91.40% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Above all things, Wollaston School is renowned for its considerate attitude toward each individual. In all we do, we prioritise the needs of the people we work with. We acknowledge that what parents and kids want from a school is a safe, welcoming environment where there are positive interactions between students, where teachers make an effort to get to know students as individuals, and where staff members are concerned about each student's wellbeing. We acknowledge that in order for learning to occur, we must remove any possible triggers of anxiety like bullying, strained staff-student interactions, or a subpar learning environment. We put a lot of effort into building relationships, and the students in our school respond admirably to the staff's dedication. The school has a welcoming, safe, secure, and purposeful atmosphere. Visit the school throughout the school day to see this for yourself. Since we care about the education of the whole child, we understand the value of collaborating with parents, the larger community, and the workplace. We place a high importance on each student's education and work hard to implement policies and procedures that give everyone an equal chance to succeed.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
B-
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B-
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B+
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Outstanding |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 18.3 | - | 5.9 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 44% | 98% | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 10.90% | 35.00% | - |
| 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 | -0.05 | 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 | 45.2 | 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% | 26.97% | 29.96% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 68% | 41.73% | 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 | 11% | 26.1% | 25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 6% | 10.07% | 10.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 9% | 15.43% | 15.47% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.77 | 2.77 | 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% | 93.13% | 90.52% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 237 | 150 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 85% | 85.33% | 84.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 41% | 33.17% | 32.75% |
| School sixth forms | 43% | 36.21% | 29.73% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.17% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 16% | 11.48% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 2.71% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 5.17% | 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 | 47.2 | 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% | 29.03% | 32.78% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 70% | 43.41% | 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 | 15% | 25.34% | 24.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 10% | 11.24% | 12.99% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 14% | 16.31% | 17.14% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.01 | 2.85 | 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 | 96% | 89.21% | 90.39% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 239 | 146 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 84.04% | 86.27% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 40% | 36.63% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 49% | 36.79% | 30.75% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | SP | 10.58% | 11.13% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 1.75% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 3.33% | 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.
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.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
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 | 31.43 | 30.61 | 29.99 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 30.16 | 31.6 | 29.55 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 10.90% | 11.72% | 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 | 131 | 70 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 62% | 58.11% | 58.59% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 11% | 5.42% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 17% | 22.32% | 21.14% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 5.63% | 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 | 36.66 | 34.82 | 33.4 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 36.18 | 33.94 | 32.48 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 13.4% | 16.05% | 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 | 117 | 73 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 62% | 64.32% | 60.66% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 14% | 5.79% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 16% | 19.74% | 17.72% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 6.16% | 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.
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.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
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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
18 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Wollaston School
Local authority ratio 20 : 1