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Chessbrook Education Support Centre - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)
Chessbrook Education Support Centre
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Chessbrook Education Support Centre
- All-through
- Watford WD18 6LJ
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Outstanding
| The quality of education | Outstanding |
| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Behaviour and safety of pupils | Outstanding |
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Academic Progress: Pupils achieve exceptionally well with a range of both academic and vocational qualifications.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils respond well to the school's merit system and behaviour policy, showing clear understanding of acceptable behaviour.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Personalised learning mentors and rigorous intervention programs support pupils effectively.
Teacher Engagement: Staff feel supported and are given opportunities for professional development.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Highly effective teaching is evidenced by robust monitoring and impressive student achievements.
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: Committed leadership and effective teachers maintain high standards and positive outcomes.
Opportunities for Parent Involvement: Parents are expected to be actively involved from the moment their child is referred.
Communication with Parents: Regular pupil progress meetings with parents have a positive impact.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents are highly complimentary and satisfied with the school's efforts.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leadership maintains a high level of vigilance and addresses concerns promptly.
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: Introduction of teaching schools and sharing good practice enhance education quality significantly.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: Safeguarding practices are robust; daily activities raise awareness on safety issues.
Behaviour and Attitudes of Pupils: Clear expectations and consistent implementation of policies result in well-behaved pupils.
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: Strong focus on pupil welfare with effective monitoring and intervention programs.
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: Alternative providers offer high-quality courses and opportunities to develop self-confidence.
Balancing Academics with Extracurriculars: Personalized curriculum helps to motivate and engage pupils in both academic and vocational interests.
Preparation for Next Key Stage: Effective relationships with mainstream schools help pupils reintegrate successfully.
Support for SEND: Pupils benefit from highly effective personalized support and mentoring.
Subjects Offered: Pupils achieve qualifications across a range of both academic and vocational subjects.
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Chessbrook Education Support Centre is a All-through, Co-Ed school located in Hertfordshire, East of England.
It has 5 students from age 5-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 1 : 1.
This school rated Outstanding by recent Ofsted inspection.
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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 | 24th Jul 2025 - 2nd Sep 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 - 23rd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
1 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Chessbrook Education Support Centre
Local authority ratio 18 : 1