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Penkford School
- Middle Deemed Secondary
- St. Helens WA12 8DE
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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 |
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Academic Progress: Great majority of pupils make good progress.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well in lessons and around school.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers are recruited to meet needs of each key stage.
Current Educational Practices: Teachers benefit from senior leaders鈥� feedback after lesson observations.
Strengths and Challenges: Clear emphasis on high-quality teaching improved overall progress.
Opportunities for Involvement: Close partnership with parents.
Communication: Parents say the school communicates well.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents find the school fantastic and supportive.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Headteacher ensures high expectations and manages conflicts effectively.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Effective systems for school improvement introduced.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying is rare; managed by staff and police officers.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Safeguarding policies are effective and regularly updated.
Extracurricular Offerings: Offers adventurous activities like base camp of Everest.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Equal opportunities for after-school development.
Outdoor Facilities: Sports activities supported with basketball and football equipment.
Career Counselling Services: Good support and advice via Building Futures vocational centre.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Most pupils move on to further education, training or employment.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Effective in supporting pupils with additional literacy needs.
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Penkford School is a top rated, Middle Deemed Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Merseyside, North West.
It has 62 students from age 8-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 4 : 1.
At this school, 0% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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OFSTED We were given a Good overall rating in February 2016 and were commended for our "accurate and honest" SEF.
The inspectors acknowledged that our school is improving.
In particular, our study praised the decisiveness of senior executives and governors as well as our action plan, its implementation, and evaluation procedures.
incorporating a cycle of school improvement to connect the SDP/SEF and staff evaluation.
Creating a High Priority Off Site Project Students at risk of a protracted exclusion.
At Penkford, we take a holistic approach to education, and we think that caring for our students' emotional health and well-being is crucial. This stands alongside students' academic learning and their development of behavioural control.
To assist any of our students who are experiencing a crisis or who simply want to chat to someone in a "safe" setting, we have hired our own counsellor.
Our own Outdoor Education Team is something we've invested in.
Students are encouraged to take risks in a safe environment during Forest School sessions.
Additionally, students study toward the John Muir Award, which fosters an understanding of the natural environment and enables teachers to incorporate science in a practical, real-world setting.
Penkford will continue to collaborate more closely with other organisations in order to share our best practises during the academic year 2019鈥�20.
Multi-agency preventative work is the main focus.
In order to reopen our ADHD clinic, we are actively collaborating with paediatrics.
In cooperation with Edge Hill University, we are also collaborating with a student who is pursuing a course of study pertaining to Child Mental Health Services one day per week (CAMHS).
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The inspectors acknowledged that our school is improving.
In particular, our study praised the decisiveness of senior executives and governors as well as our action plan, its implementation, and evaluation procedures.
incorporating a cycle of school improvement to connect the SDP/SEF and staff evaluation.
Creating a High Priority Off Site Project Students at risk of a protracted exclusion.
At Penkford, we take a holistic approach to education, and we think that caring for our students' emotional health and well-being is crucial. This stands alongside students' academic learning and their development of behavioural control.
To assist any of our students who are experiencing a crisis or who simply want to chat to someone in a "safe" setting, we have hired our own counsellor.
Our own Outdoor Education Team is something we've invested in.
Students are encouraged to take risks in a safe environment during Forest School sessions.
Additionally, students study toward the John Muir Award, which fosters an understanding of the natural environment and enables teachers to incorporate science in a practical, real-world setting.
Penkford will continue to collaborate more closely with other organisations in order to share our best practises during the academic year 2019鈥�20.
Multi-agency preventative work is the main focus.
In order to reopen our ADHD clinic, we are actively collaborating with paediatrics.
In cooperation with Edge Hill University, we are also collaborating with a student who is pursuing a course of study pertaining to Child Mental Health Services one day per week (CAMHS).
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| Phase of Education | Middle Deemed Secondary | Middle Deemed Secondary |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Special Schools | Special Schools |
| 51动漫 grade |
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C
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| Ofset report | Good | Good |
| Age range | 8-16 | 7-19 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 4 | - |
| Proficient Math | 91 | - |
| Proficient Read | 99 | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 0% | 0% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - |
Primary Exam Result
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 91 | 101 | 97 |
| Reading | 99 | 102 | 98 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 0% | 60.42% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 7.76% | 7.42% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | 0.8 | Above Average |
| Writing | -4.9 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -9.5 | Well Below Average |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 92 | 104 | 96 |
| Reading | 99 | 103 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 0% | 65.83% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 10.58% | 9.72% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -9.3 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -14.9 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | - | - |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | - | 101 | 94 |
| Reading | - | 100 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | - | 60.37% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | - | 8.59% | 9.16% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | - | - |
| Writing | - | - |
| Maths | - | - |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | - | 99 | 93 |
| Reading | - | 98 | 93 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | - | 56.17% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | - | 6.54% | 8.19% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | - | - |
| Writing | - | - |
| Maths | - | - |
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 | -2.28 | 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 | 7.5 | 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 | 0% | 21.13% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 32.38% | 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 | 0% | 19% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 6.38% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 10.19% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.58 | 2.06 | 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 | 53% | 77.78% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 15 | 154 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 27% | 67.67% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 27% | 25.56% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 18.11% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 12.56% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 11.56% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 2.67% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 27% | 7.67% | 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 | -2.25 | 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 | 14 | 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 | 0% | 23.14% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 33.43% | 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 | 0% | 15.57% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 6.71% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 9.5% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.72 | 1.99 | 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 | 75% | 92.22% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 8 | 146 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 63% | 86.67% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 38% | 26.67% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 20.78% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 14% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 25% | 25.33% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 1.56% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 13% | 4.11% | 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 | -2.6 | 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 | 8.3 | 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 | 0% | 21.21% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 35.79% | 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 | 0% | 19.21% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 6.43% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 10.93% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.6 | 2.16 | 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 | - | 84.45% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 5 | 112 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 76.36% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 23.82% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | - | 19.64% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 11% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | - | 21.82% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3.27% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 4.73% | 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 | - | 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 | - | 23.93% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 35.57% | 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 | - | 19.57% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 8.57% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 12.57% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 2.23 | 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 | 85% | 84.45% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 13 | 121 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 69% | 68.82% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 69% | 30.18% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | - | 17.27% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 8.36% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 8.18% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3.27% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.45% | 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 | - | 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 | - | 18.92% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 28.42% | 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 | - | 14.08% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 5.5% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 5.83% | 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 | 38% | 74.13% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 13 | 109 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 43.5% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 21.38% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | - | 11.13% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 9.13% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 8.13% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3.75% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.88% | 2.45% |
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Students Teachers
4 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Penkford School
Local authority ratio 19 : 1