Cambridge School
| Type | Special School / Community special school |
| Age Range | 11-16 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | 61 Bryony Rd White City London W12 0SP |
| Phone | 02087350980 |
| Reference Number | 100382 |
Cambridge School has effectively maintained the high standards observed during its previous inspection. The school has adapted well to a changing cohort of pupils with significant emotional, mental health, and behavioral challenges, demonstrating unrelenting ambition for all students. With a strong focus on individual needs, teachers provide tailored support that fosters engagement and reduces behavioral issues. The curriculum is thoughtfully designed to help students progress, although some areas require clearer identification of essential content to enhance deep learning.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 143 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 81.12%
Girls: 18.88% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 63.6% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 27.3% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 17 | 5 | 22 |
| 8 | 26 | 4 | 30 |
| 9 | 27 | 5 | 32 |
| 10 | 26 | 8 | 34 |
| 11 | 20 | 5 | 25 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 25.9% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 11.9% |
| White, Other | 10.5% |
| Caribbean | 8.4% |
| African | 7.7% |
| Indian | 4.9% |
| Pakistani | 3.5% |
| Mixed, Other | 2.8% |
| Chinese | 1.4% |
| White & Asian | 1.4% |
| Irish | 1.4% |
| Asian, Other | 1.4% |
| Unclassified | 0.7% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.7% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 22 Oct 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 22 Oct 2024 | School inspection |
| 01 May 2019 | Short inspection |
| 13 May 2015 | Full inspection: |
| 17 Jul 2013 | Monitoring visit |
| 09 May 2013 | Full inspection: |
| 15 Jul 2010 | Full inspection: |
| 08 Mar 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 02 Dec 2002 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- High expectations for all pupils.
- Well-trained staff providing effective emotional support.
- Strong emphasis on community integration and independence.
- Robust attendance initiatives leading to improved rates.
- Carefully planned curriculum in most subjects.
- Pupils gain qualifications that prepare them for future education and employment.
Areas for Improvement
- Curricular clarity in some subjects, including mathematics, is insufficient.
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
- English
- Maths
- 3 subjects from qualifications that count towards the English Baccalaureate (EBacc), like sciences, language and history
- 3 more GCSE qualifications (including EBacc subjects) or technical awards from a list approved by the Department for Education
Each grade a pupil gets is assigned a point score from 9 (the highest) to 1 (the lowest). These scores are added up, with English and maths counted twice.
| School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|
| 0.6 |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 0% | ||
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 0% |
Attainment 8 Score
Note: Exam results were not published in 2021 and 2022 due to the pandemic.
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
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