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Townley Grammar School
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- Bexley DA6 7AB
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Outstanding
| The quality of education | Outstanding |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Sixth-form provision | Outstanding |
| Previous inspection grade | Outstanding |
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Academic Progress: Pupils excel in their studies across a broad range of subjects.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils鈥� behaviour is exemplary; they thrive in high academic challenge.
Qualifications and Training: Staff receive high-quality training, both in and outside school.
Current Educational Practices: Teachers regularly check what pupils know and address misconceptions promptly.
Strengths and Challenges: Leaders and trustees are considerate of staff workload and well-being.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents can give opinions through Ofsted Parent View.
Communication: School communicates effectively via platforms like Ofsted Parent View.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents are engaged and involved through regular feedback channels.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders work well with outside agencies to handle concerns promptly.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders designed an ambitious curriculum preparing pupils well for future stages.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Pupils know what bullying is; issues are resolved quickly.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: School has a strong culture of safeguarding, frequent staff training.
Extracurricular Offerings: Impressive range of activities including sports, music, and overseas visits.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Enrichment offers extensive, supporting academic and personal growth.
Outdoor Facilities: Variety of sports and outdoor activities available.
Career Counselling Services: Comprehensive career education starting from Year 7.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Sixth-form students receive guidance on university and other options.
Managing and Supporting SEND: SEND pupils receive necessary support to access all learning.
Subjects Offered: Wide range of subjects offered including Latin, modern languages, and dance.
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Townley Grammar School is a Secondary, Girls school located in Greater London, London.
It has 1602 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.
At this school, 99% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
99.60% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Outstanding by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Welcome to Townley Grammar School, a girls' school with a co-ed sixth form that is academically demanding and committed to social responsibility.
Students should be motivated by their education to cherish studying for its own reason, to enjoy the quest for knowledge and the battle to comprehend.
Townley pupils learn in a dynamic setting where educators know how to push kids and where the variety of extracurricular activities is broad and varied.
We received the London Excellence in Music Award, were given the highest honour at the DfE Character Awards, and the most recent Ofsted evaluation grades us as exceptional.
Success requires perseverance, hard effort, dedication, and the fostering of a work ethic.
We refer to this as the Scholastic Endeavour, and all of our pupils are encouraged to participate in intellectual studies.
It is, in essence, the ability to be inspired to reach your full potential.
The Greek word ambit, which means "wingspan," is the source of the word's original meaning, which Townley students learn.
Our girls are ready to soar, seizing chances and taking charge of the environments they encounter.
With an emphasis on service, leadership, and character education, Townley students graduate from our programme well prepared for the challenges of the twenty-first century.
We proudly develop intellectually interested, self-motivated, and enthusiastic young women and we are happy to put the welfare of our girls on an equal level with their academic successes.
We provide students a thorough leadership education that helps them develop their public speaking skills, understand leadership styles, and acquire confidence.
Townley encourages intellectual mobility by giving pupils the freedom to think for themselves and apply what they learn in the classroom to the outside world.
The girls acquire the skills of questioning, challenging, and listening to different points of view.
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Students should be motivated by their education to cherish studying for its own reason, to enjoy the quest for knowledge and the battle to comprehend.
Townley pupils learn in a dynamic setting where educators know how to push kids and where the variety of extracurricular activities is broad and varied.
We received the London Excellence in Music Award, were given the highest honour at the DfE Character Awards, and the most recent Ofsted evaluation grades us as exceptional.
Success requires perseverance, hard effort, dedication, and the fostering of a work ethic.
We refer to this as the Scholastic Endeavour, and all of our pupils are encouraged to participate in intellectual studies.
It is, in essence, the ability to be inspired to reach your full potential.
The Greek word ambit, which means "wingspan," is the source of the word's original meaning, which Townley students learn.
Our girls are ready to soar, seizing chances and taking charge of the environments they encounter.
With an emphasis on service, leadership, and character education, Townley students graduate from our programme well prepared for the challenges of the twenty-first century.
We proudly develop intellectually interested, self-motivated, and enthusiastic young women and we are happy to put the welfare of our girls on an equal level with their academic successes.
We provide students a thorough leadership education that helps them develop their public speaking skills, understand leadership styles, and acquire confidence.
Townley encourages intellectual mobility by giving pupils the freedom to think for themselves and apply what they learn in the classroom to the outside world.
The girls acquire the skills of questioning, challenging, and listening to different points of view.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
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| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
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| Ofset report | Outstanding | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-16 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Girls | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 18 | 15.1 | 20.6 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 99% | 48% | 43% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 23.40% | - | 17.40% |
| 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 | 0.69 | 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 | 75.6 | 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 | 99% | 37.24% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 100% | 49.48% | 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 | 76% | 32.71% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 62% | 18.19% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 71% | 23.57% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 6.99 | 3.18 | 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 | 100% | 88.18% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 220 | 164 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 84.47% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 1% | 17.65% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 92% | 52.88% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 2% | 9.94% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 5% | 4.06% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 1.82% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 1.94% | 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 | 0.61 | 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 | 76.7 | 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 | 97% | 44.11% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 100% | 57% | 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 | 78% | 40.58% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 65% | 25.53% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 73% | 30.95% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 7.1 | 3.76 | 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 | 100% | 94.41% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 209 | 159 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 91.71% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 1% | 19.24% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 94% | 52.35% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 1% | 11% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 9.18% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 1.47% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 1.24% | 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 | 0.7 | 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 | 73.2 | 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 | 93% 3 | 39.83% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 99% 1 | 55.06% | 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 | 77% | 40.06% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 61% 10 | 21.94% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 71% 9 | 29% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 6.74 | 3.68 | 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 | 98% | 94.6% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 209 | 163 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 98% | 89.6% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | SP | 19.2% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 93% | 55.33% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 1% | 6.6% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 3% | 8.33% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 2.93% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 2.47% | 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 | 0.83 | 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 | 73.7 | 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 | 96% 2 | 44.53% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 100% | 59.12% | 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 | 83% | 38.59% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 71% 10 | 21.35% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 80% 3 | 28.65% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 6.85 | 3.76 | 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 | 100% | 89.79% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 209 | 178 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 98% | 83.71% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 16.86% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 94% | 57.93% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 2% | 5.64% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 0% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.79% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2% | 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 | 0.77 | 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 | 74 | 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 | 98% | 42.65% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 100% | 56% | 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 | 88% | 37.53% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 81% | 26.47% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 83% | 27.82% | 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 | 99% | 96.64% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 209 | 181 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 52.21% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 1% | 21.79% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 96% | 54.93% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 6.14% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 7.36% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 4.71% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.29% | 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 | 39.27 | 23.66 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 39.25 | 25.07 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 23.40% | 7.44% | 13.67% |
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 | 244 | 137 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 79% | 63.83% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 6.33% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 10% | 20% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 6.83% | 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 | 42.37 | 30.78 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 42.28 | 32.04 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 28.4% | 12.73% | 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 | 285 | 138 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 77% | 63.5% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 2% | 5.25% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 9% | 15.33% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 11.08% | 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 | 40.23 4 | 28.01 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 39.84 1 | 27.34 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 28.8% | 6.08% | 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 | 224 | 148 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 85% | 64.4% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 2% | 7.5% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 8% | 17.8% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 4% | 6.6% | 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 | 36.32 | 26.33 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 38.00 1 | 27.16 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 19.6% | 7.2% | 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 | 17.33% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 3% | 5.44% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 8% | 15.11% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 3% | 2.33% | 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 | 36.77 | 25.34 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 39.47 | 28.07 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 17.8% | 6.76% | 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 | 3 | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 14 | 24.33% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 7.22% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 8% | 18.56% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 4% | 4.11% | 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 | 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 Townley Grammar School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
