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Wrotham School
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- Wrotham TN15 7RD
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
| 16 to 19 study programmes | Good |
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Academic Progress: Pupils perform strongly in English, mathematics, and history
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are polite, friendly, and behave well within lessons and around the school
Qualifications and Training: Teachers have strong subject knowledge
Current Educational Practices: Leaders welcome new ideas and create a climate for teachers to innovate
Strengths and Challenges: Most able pupils are sometimes not sufficiently challenged
Communication: Parents receive valuable information about their children’s progress
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders support staff in aiming high and hold them accountable for improvement
Actions for Quality Improvement: Senior leaders ensure academic progress and develop pupils’ curiosity about the wider world
Managing Bullying and Safety: Effective support and counselling for mental health issues
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Strong culture of safeguarding across the school
Extracurricular Offerings: Broad range of extracurricular activities offered to students
Career Counselling Services: Wide variety of career opportunities and contact with local employers
Preparation for Sixth Form: Sixth-form students value the advice and guidance provided by the careers specialists
Managing and Supporting SEND: Good support for pupils with SEND and they are well-integrated into the school
Subjects Offered: School offers broad and balanced academic subjects and includes creative and performing arts
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About Us
Wrotham School is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Kent, South East.
It has 1060 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.
At this school, 30% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
84.60% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
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B-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | - |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 18.5 | - | - |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 30% | 98% | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | 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 | -0.29 | 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 | 41.7 | 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 | 30% | 27.56% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 53% | 39.45% | 43.07% |
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% | 22.68% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 8% | 11.21% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 18% | 15.49% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.65 | 2.56 | 2.83 |
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% | 92.84% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 139 | 136 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 89% | 87.37% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 33% | 23.94% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 55% | 48.66% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.42% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 14.49% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 2.16% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 3.38% | 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 | -0.22 | 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 | 49% | 30.86% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 78% | 41.56% | 45.33% |
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 | 14% | 24.39% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 7% | 14.21% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 10% | 17.9% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.95 | 2.78 | 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% | 93.79% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 123 | 132 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 90.53% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 35% | 25.23% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 53% | 49.41% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.32% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 15.64% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 1.42% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 1.76% | 2.13% |
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 | 0.1 | 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 | 43.6 | 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 | 37% 4 | 30.06% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 64% 4 | 42.83% | 43.41% |
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 | 37% | 28.79% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 6% 2 | 13.95% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 14% 5 | 19.27% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.62 | 2.86 | 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% | 90.87% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 116 | 123 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 89% | 85.71% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 30% | 24.06% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 58% | 48.32% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.21% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 13.22% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 2.6% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 2.64% | 2.75% |
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 | 0.14 | 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 | 42.7 | 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 | 33% 6 | 29.06% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 60% 14 | 41.45% | 42.62% |
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 | 18% | 26.38% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 4% 1 | 13.75% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 9% 3 | 18.54% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.41 | 2.81 | 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 | 93% | 90.17% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 120 | 124 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 77% | 76.36% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 34% | 21.34% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 42% | 50.18% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.06% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 11.51% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 9% | 1.83% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 8% | 1.64% | 2.05% |
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 | 0.07 | 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 | 45.3 | 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 | 39% | 28.56% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 74% | 40.73% | 43.07% |
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 | 14% | 26.37% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 5% | 16.77% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 6% | 18.05% | 16.26% |
| 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 | 94% | 85.02% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 134 | 124 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 85% | 47.31% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 41% | 21.95% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 44% | 49.32% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.09% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 7.48% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 3.15% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 9% | 1.98% | 2.45% |
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 | 30.12 | 27.11 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 25.17 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 9.02% | 13.67% |
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| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 60 | 141 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 48% | 55.45% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 7% | 5.31% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 33% | 26.06% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 9.04% | 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 | 31.04 | 29.7 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.81 | 27.3 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 28.6% | 12.32% | 17.7% |
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 | 73 | 161 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 49% | 56.64% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 10% | 4.49% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 28% | 21.66% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 11.73% | 10.69% |
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 | 26.59 4 | 25.81 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 23.33 1 | 23.49 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 9.72% | 13.07% |
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 | 55 | 139 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 42% | 51.8% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 6.29% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 37% | 26.13% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 15% | 8.98% | 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 | 22.49 7 | 27.09 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 24.58 8 | 25.72 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 10.62% | 13.37% |
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 | 19 | 22.23% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 4.73% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 33% | 19.6% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 4.4% | 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 | 29.05 | 24.89 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.22 | 24.28 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 9.87% | 12.64% |
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 | - | 1 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 24 | 27.54% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 12% | 6.2% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 41% | 25.49% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 4.42% | 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
18 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Wrotham School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
