Robert Clack School
| Type | Other schools / Community school |
| Age Range | 3-18 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Gosfield Road Dagenham Essex RM8 1JU |
| Phone | 02082704200 |
| Reference Number | 101245 |
Robert Clack School is performing well overall, achieving a 'Good' grade in overall effectiveness during its first routine inspection since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. The school has a strong culture of inclusion and mutual respect, which fosters a safe environment where pupils thrive. High standards of behaviour and exceptional personal development demonstrate the school's commitment to nurturing confident, principled citizens who are prepared for their future. The effective management of a significant expansion programme illustrates the leaders' ambition and cohesive vision for the community.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 3129 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 51.93%
Girls: 48.07% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 30.1% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 26.1% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 23.4 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 28 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 31 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 29 | 30 | 59 |
| 2 | 17 | 13 | 30 |
| 3 | 19 | 12 | 31 |
| 4 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 5 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 6 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 7 | 293 | 244 | 537 |
| 8 | 297 | 238 | 535 |
| 9 | 283 | 253 | 536 |
| 10 | 282 | 250 | 532 |
| 11 | 220 | 248 | 468 |
| 12 | 80 | 90 | 170 |
| 13 | 87 | 92 | 179 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 24% |
| African | 16.2% |
| White, Other | 11.8% |
| Pakistani | 9.7% |
| Indian | 6.4% |
| Mixed, Other | 3.4% |
| Asian, Other | 3.1% |
| Caribbean | 2.7% |
| White & Black (African) | 2.4% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 2.3% |
| White & Asian | 1.9% |
| Unclassified | 1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.4% |
| Irish | 0.1% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Outstanding |
| > Personal Development | Outstanding |
| > Leadership & Management | Outstanding |
| > Early Years Provision | Good |
| > Sixth Form Provision | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 22 Nov 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 22 Nov 2023 | School inspection: |
| 13 Sep 2016 | Short inspection |
| 08 Oct 2013 | Full inspection: |
| 07 Jan 2011 | Interim assessment |
| 12 Dec 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 17 Oct 2006 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 23 Jun 2004 | Inspection |
Strengths
- Strong culture of inclusion and mutual respect.
- Exceptional behaviour and attitudes among pupils.
- Outstanding personal development and character education.
- Broad and balanced curriculum that exceeds national expectations.
- Strong support for students in their sixth form, preparing them well for future opportunities.
- Well-managed attendance with strong engagement from families.
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistent use of assessment strategies leading to some gaps in pupils' knowledge.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| 50.5 |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 50.2% | ||
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 69.3% |
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:
Sample
UnlockGCSE Results
Note: Exam results were not published in 2021 and 2022 due to the pandemic.
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| Points | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Points | 35.91 | ||
| Average Points (best 3) | 35.94 |
Grades
| School | Local | Nationwide | |
| Average Grade | B- | B- | C+ |
| Average Grade (best 3) | B- | B- | C+ |
| Percentage | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students getting AAB or better | 15.7% |
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 37 | 1 |
| Third Preference | 33 | 1 |
| From another Local Authority | 9 | 2 |
Previous Years
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 325 | 38 |
| Third Preference | 187 | 15 |
| From another Local Authority | 90 | 32 |
Previous Years
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