Matravers School
| Type | Secondary / Foundation school |
| Age Range | 11-18 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Springfield Road Westbury Wiltshire BA13 3QH |
| Phone | 01373822666 |
| Reference Number | 126510 |
Matravers School has shown notable improvement since its last inspection, achieving a good overall effectiveness rating. Pupils express a strong enjoyment of learning and benefit from a well-structured curriculum that prepares them for future education and careers. Extra-curricular opportunities enhance their educational experience, and the school fosters a safe and supportive environment. Leaders have high expectations, and the school cultivates positive relationships among students and staff, contributing to a calm and respectful atmosphere.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 926 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 50.54%
Girls: 49.46% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 22.9% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 4.4% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 22.7 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 90 | 77 | 167 |
| 8 | 88 | 81 | 169 |
| 9 | 89 | 93 | 182 |
| 10 | 81 | 83 | 164 |
| 11 | 71 | 66 | 137 |
| 12 | 26 | 25 | 51 |
| 13 | 23 | 33 | 56 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 84.2% |
| Unclassified | 5% |
| White, Other | 4.1% |
| White & Asian | 1.6% |
| White & Black (African) | 1.1% |
| Mixed, Other | 1% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 0.9% |
| African | 0.4% |
| Irish | 0.4% |
| Asian, Other | 0.3% |
| Chinese | 0.1% |
| Caribbean | 0.1% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Sixth Form Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 21 Sep 2022 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 21 Sep 2022 | School inspection: |
| 09 Oct 2018 | Full inspection: |
| 05 Feb 2015 | Full inspection: |
| 13 May 2013 | Monitoring visit |
| 19 Feb 2013 | Full inspection: |
| 13 Jul 2011 | Monitoring visit |
| 17 May 2011 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 28 Apr 2010 | Full inspection: |
| 03 Feb 2009 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 24 Jan 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 10 Dec 2001 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Pupils are enthusiastic about learning and extra-curricular opportunities.
- There is a strong focus on careers guidance, effectively preparing pupils for future steps.
- Staff and leaders have high expectations, promoting a well-structured curriculum.
- Positive relationships exist between staff and pupils, contributing to a supportive environment.
- Behaviour is commendable, with little disruptive behaviour observed.
- Leadership is strong, with governors effectively holding leaders to account.
Areas for Improvement
- Some pupils struggle with reading and writing across the curriculum.
- Personal education plans for looked-after children are not completed in a timely manner.
Ofsted Parent View
The latest published parent view scores are from 2021. Ofsted only publish scores if there have been more than 10 responses to the survey.
| Strongly Agree | Agree | Disagree | Strongly Disagree | Don't Know | Total Responses | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. My child is happy at this school. | 57 | 40 | 4 | 5 | 1 | 107 |
| 2. My child feels safe at this school. | 58 | 39 | 3 | 5 | 2 | 107 |
| 3. The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved. | 64 | 34 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 107 |
| 4. My child has been bullied and the school dealt with the bullying quickly and effectively. | 71 | 6 | 8 | 6 | 9 | 7 |
| 5. The school makes me aware of what my child will learn during the year. | 48 | 32 | 16 | 7 | 4 | 107 |
| 6. When I have raised concerns with the school they have been dealt with properly. | 23 | 51 | 23 | 4 | 5 | 1 |
| 7. My child has SEND, and the school gives them the support they need to succeed. | 19 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 2 | 35 |
| 8. The school has high expectations for my child. | 70 | 30 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 107 |
| 9. My child does well at this school. | 59 | 37 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 107 |
| 10. The school lets me know how my child is doing. | 53 | 42 | 8 | 2 | 2 | 107 |
| 11. There is a good range of subjects available to my child at this school. | 63 | 41 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 107 |
| 12. My child can take part in clubs and activities at this school. | 64 | 36 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 107 |
| 13. The school supports my child’s wider personal development. | 51 | 42 | 7 | 3 | 4 | 107 |
| 14. I would recommend this school to another parent. | 99 | 8 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| 47 |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 43.1% | ||
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 59.9% |
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 | 37.39 | ||
| Average Points (best 3) | 39.76 |
Grades
| School | Local | Nationwide | |
| Average Grade | B- | C+ | C+ |
| Average Grade (best 3) | B | B- | C+ |
| Percentage | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students getting AAB or better | 28.6% |
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 28 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 7 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 2 | 2 |
Previous Years
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