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Holmer Green Senior School - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)
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Holmer Green Senior School
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
| 16 to 19 study programmes | Requires Improvement |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Requires Improvement |
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Academic Progress: Pupils make good progress from their starting points in the majority of subjects.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well, respect each other and adults, and are exceptionally well prepared for life in modern Britain.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers are very well supported to improve their teaching.
Current Educational Practices: Regular teaching and learning clinics, whole-staff training, and weekly updates on key priorities help teachers stay current.
Strengths and Challenges: Best teaching supports and challenges all students; some less effective teaching needs improvement.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents can participate in open days and parent evenings.
Communication: Regular communication and useful advice about the new assessment system and support at home.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents highlight the school as supportive and express satisfaction with the school environment.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Concerns raised by students and parents are resolved swiftly.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leadership has tackled areas for improvement effectively, raising standards across the school.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Effective systems to support those who struggle, and a low level of exclusions.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Pupils feel safe and are well-cared for; knowledgeable about safety online and in social settings.
Extracurricular Offerings: Wide range of additional activities including music, drama, dance, art, sports clubs, and educational visits.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Pupils enjoy activities beyond the classroom, which enhance their learning experience.
Outdoor Facilities: The school's environment is well maintained and provides a good setting for pupils.
Career Counselling Services: An effective program supports pupils moving on to further study, employment, or education.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Year 12 students are well guided, and an increasing number move on to higher education.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Pupils with special educational needs make progress due to effective strategies and skilled support.
Subjects Offered: Broad variety of options in key stage 4, including vocational and academic subjects.
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Holmer Green Senior School is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Buckinghamshire County, South East.
It has 1218 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1.
At this school, 58% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
94.80% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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We provide a resilience programme in Year 7 and Year 9 because we understand that some students may require a little more time to fully grasp a concept and that persistence is necessary for learning.
As a school, we demand that students participate in extracurricular activities and enrichment programmes and put their all into them.
We know that all HGSS students benefit from meeting many other students from a variety of backgrounds, with a plethora of cultures and experiences among them, because HGSS is a mixed, non-selective school.
All students take a GCSE in Religious Education because, in our opinion, understanding many religions and worldviews fosters more respect and tolerance.
All HGSS students should gain the abilities to function effectively in a fast-paced environment through the aforementioned experiences. They should also become informed about current events, be prepared to express their opinions, be tolerant of people from all backgrounds, act selflessly, and most importantly, possess integrity so they can distinguish right from wrong.
All of our students are pushed by our curriculum to gain knowledge and abilities in a variety of disciplines and hobbies.
In Years 7 and 8, the curriculum is broad and heterogeneous, and in Year 9, students begin studying for their GCSE options.
In our sixth form, we provide a variety of academic and practical credentials.
No Excuses" indicates that we want students to always be nice and respectful, as well as to be on time and in class.
Since we maintain a tranquil, organised environment, we have the highest standards for behaviour.
We ask students and parents to sign a Home School Agreement in which we explicitly outline our Code of Conduct.
Behavior that is poor or disruptive is not accepted.
Teaching creative thinking to students.
They are urged to be distinctive.
The school provides a variety of fun activities to foster creativity.
The school serves as a "centre" for the arts, which include music, drama, photography, textiles, and art.
Some of the faculty who teach the arts courses also give teacher training, and network gatherings hosted at the school benefit the county's schools.
Students participate in artistic performances and activities and frequently place highly in regional and national competitions.
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As a school, we demand that students participate in extracurricular activities and enrichment programmes and put their all into them.
We know that all HGSS students benefit from meeting many other students from a variety of backgrounds, with a plethora of cultures and experiences among them, because HGSS is a mixed, non-selective school.
All students take a GCSE in Religious Education because, in our opinion, understanding many religions and worldviews fosters more respect and tolerance.
All HGSS students should gain the abilities to function effectively in a fast-paced environment through the aforementioned experiences. They should also become informed about current events, be prepared to express their opinions, be tolerant of people from all backgrounds, act selflessly, and most importantly, possess integrity so they can distinguish right from wrong.
All of our students are pushed by our curriculum to gain knowledge and abilities in a variety of disciplines and hobbies.
In Years 7 and 8, the curriculum is broad and heterogeneous, and in Year 9, students begin studying for their GCSE options.
In our sixth form, we provide a variety of academic and practical credentials.
No Excuses" indicates that we want students to always be nice and respectful, as well as to be on time and in class.
Since we maintain a tranquil, organised environment, we have the highest standards for behaviour.
We ask students and parents to sign a Home School Agreement in which we explicitly outline our Code of Conduct.
Behavior that is poor or disruptive is not accepted.
Teaching creative thinking to students.
They are urged to be distinctive.
The school provides a variety of fun activities to foster creativity.
The school serves as a "centre" for the arts, which include music, drama, photography, textiles, and art.
Some of the faculty who teach the arts courses also give teacher training, and network gatherings hosted at the school benefit the county's schools.
Students participate in artistic performances and activities and frequently place highly in regional and national competitions.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
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| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
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D-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | - |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-16 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 16.5 | 15.1 | 16.8 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 58% | 48% | 53% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 26.70% | - | 4.70% |
| 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 | 0.42 | 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 | 58% | 39.38% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 77% | 49.24% | 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 | 31% | 27.45% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 7% | 17.43% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 17% | 21.36% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.10 | 3.29 | 2.83 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� 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 | 99% | 93.49% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 152 | 138 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 93% | 89.41% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 28% | 19.37% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 50% | 52.29% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 15% | 2.83% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 14.95% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 1.41% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 2.8% | 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 | 0.53 | 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 | 51.3 | 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 | 52% | 40.63% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 74% | 50.25% | 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 | 32% | 27.35% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 19% | 19.77% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 26% | 22.77% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.33 | 3.38 | 2.97 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� 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% | 91.48% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 144 | 135 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 89.28% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 35% | 20.03% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 38% | 54.28% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 17% | 2.58% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 12.58% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 1.13% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 1.18% | 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 | 0.41 | 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 | 49.2 | 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 | 49% 12 | 41.61% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 73% 2 | 52.44% | 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 | 42% | 31.39% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 13% 5 | 20.28% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 20% 7 | 25% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.16 | 3.49 | 2.88 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� 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 | 99% | 94.18% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 134 | 126 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 93% | 89.89% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 45% | 20.55% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 40% | 51.37% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 8% | 2.82% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 15.16% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 2.55% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 1.76% | 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 | 0.51 | 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 | 52.7 | 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 | 61% 17 | 44.06% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 75% | 54.9% | 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 | 40% | 27.65% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 18% 4 | 18.92% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 27% | 23.41% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.5 | 3.53 | 2.84 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� 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% | 90.71% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 144 | 133 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 75.14% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 33% | 16.06% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 45% | 53.31% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 2.54% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 11.91% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.17% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.43% | 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 | 0.14 | 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 | 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 | 44% | 42.58% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 75% | 53.29% | 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 | 37% | 33.54% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 22% | 25.17% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 27% | 26.33% | 16.26% |
| EBacc average points score | - | - | - |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� 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% | 88.46% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 147 | 134 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 95% | 50.31% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 45% | 17.14% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 42% | 54.43% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 7% | 1.09% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 10.71% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 2.57% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 1.91% | 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 | 37.55 | 31.31 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 37.41 | 30.88 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 26.70% | 17.45% | 13.67% |
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| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 59 | 131 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 71% | 58.06% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 7% | 4.73% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 17% | 22.18% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 3% | 7.88% | 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 | 36.84 | 35.78 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 37.52 | 35.49 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 14.3% | 23.18% | 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 | 56 | 141 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 55% | 58.33% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 4.36% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 29% | 22.03% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 9% | 8.64% | 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 | 38.17 | 30.43 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 39.20 | 30.08 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 8.0% | 15.99% | 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 | 47 | 133 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 60% | 62.5% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 0% | 5.4% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 26% | 22% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 11% | 7.03% | 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 | 38.38 4 | 32.69 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 39.26 | 32.71 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 7.4% | 17.62% | 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 | - | 16.36% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 3.39% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 13.14% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 2.93% | 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 | 34.73 | 29.77 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 39.3 | 30.55 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 15.8% | 17.04% | 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 | - | 0 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 12 | 23.66% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 4.41% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 27% | 22.83% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 2.69% | 4.23% |
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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 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th 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
16 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Holmer Green Senior School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1