Goldwyn School
| Type | Special School / Foundation special school |
| Age Range | 10-18 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Godinton Lane Great Chart Ashford Kent TN23 3BT |
| Phone | 01233622958 |
| Reference Number | 119042 |
Goldwyn School is performing exceptionally well, rated as outstanding across all inspected areas including the quality of education, behaviour, personal development, leadership, and sixth-form provision. The school's strong commitment to a 'whole-child education' fosters confidence and resilience among pupils, allowing them to overcome personal barriers and prepare for their futures. The supportive environment and high expectations set by dedicated staff help pupils thrive, contributing significantly to their academic and personal achievements.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 204 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 66.18%
Girls: 33.82% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 54.5% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 0% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 7 | 16 | 6 | 22 |
| 8 | 17 | 9 | 26 |
| 9 | 20 | 5 | 25 |
| 10 | 31 | 11 | 42 |
| 11 | 25 | 27 | 52 |
| 12 | 18 | 7 | 25 |
| 13 | 8 | 4 | 12 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 90.2% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 2.9% |
| White & Asian | 1% |
| Unclassified | 1% |
| White & Black (African) | 1% |
| Mixed, Other | 1% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| > Quality of education | Outstanding |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Outstanding |
| > Personal Development | Outstanding |
| > Leadership & Management | Outstanding |
| > Sixth Form Provision | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 19 Oct 2022 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 19 Oct 2022 | School inspection: |
| 07 Dec 2017 | Short inspection |
| 11 Jun 2014 | Full inspection: |
| 09 Feb 2011 | Full inspection: |
| 25 Jun 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 27 Jun 2005 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Strong culture of personal development and support
- Highly skilled staff dedicated to pupil well-being
- Exceptional relationships fostering engagement and motivation
- Tailored curriculum pathways for individual pupil needs
- High expectations leading to excellent pupil outcomes
- Effective strategies for improving reading skills
- Comprehensive careers guidance preparing students for the future
- Opportunities for developing personal and social skills through dedicated curriculum time
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) |
|---|---|---|
| 8.8 |
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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