St George's School
| Type | Special School / Community special school |
| Age Range | 11-19 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Watergate Rd Newport Isle of Wight PO30 1XW |
| Phone | 01983524634 |
| Reference Number | 118227 |
St George’s School remains a good school that provides a vibrant and supportive environment for pupils with complex needs. The school is characterized by strong relationships between staff and students, which fosters a safe and secure atmosphere conducive to learning. The curriculum is well-structured, offering a variety of academic and vocational pathways tailored to meet the diverse needs of the pupils. There is a strong focus on communication and personal development, ensuring that students are well-prepared for their future endeavors.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 212 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 72.17%
Girls: 27.83% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 55% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 0.9% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 26 | 7 | 33 |
| 8 | 19 | 6 | 25 |
| 9 | 23 | 10 | 33 |
| 10 | 28 | 11 | 39 |
| 11 | 19 | 11 | 30 |
| 12 | 15 | 1 | 16 |
| 13 | 12 | 7 | 19 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 90.1% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 2.4% |
| White, Other | 1.9% |
| White & Asian | 1.4% |
| African | 0.9% |
| Mixed, Other | 0.9% |
| Unclassified | 0.5% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.5% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 21 Sep 2022 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 21 Sep 2022 | School inspection |
| 12 Jan 2016 | Short inspection |
| 22 May 2012 | Full inspection: |
| 08 Jul 2009 | Full inspection: |
| 21 Jun 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 19 Jun 2000 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Strong relationships between staff and pupils foster a supportive environment.
- Curriculum offers personalized pathways catering to wide-ranging needs.
- Effective careers programme prepares older pupils for future opportunities.
- High expectations for pupil behavior and attitudes are cultivated.
- Strong support for personal development and life skills.
Areas for Improvement
- The assessment system lacks consistency and refinement across the curriculum.
- Governance does not hold leaders to account rigorously enough.
Destinations after GCSE's
| Staying in Education | |
| > Further Education | |
| > School Sixth Form | |
| > Sixth Form College | |
| > Other Education | |
| Apprenticeships | |
| Employment | |
| Not in education or employment | |
| Unknown |
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