Blue Skies School
Blue Skies School is an independent special school in Chatham for pupils aged 11 to 25. It has 16 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Blue Skies School is Good, from an inspection in November 2023. In 2019 its average Attainment 8 score was 8.0, and 0% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Ofsted inspection: November 2023. GCSE results: 2019.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 11-25 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | 126 Maidstone Road Chatham Kent ME4 6DQ |
| Phone | 01634357770 |
| Reference Number | 135576 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 16 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 43.75%
Girls: 56.25% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 8 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 9 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 10 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 11 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 12 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 13 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
Blue Skies School has made significant progress since its last inspection, moving from an inadequate rating to good overall effectiveness. The school provides a supportive environment where pupils, who have often faced educational disruptions, can thrive. Pupils are reported to be engaged, well-behaved, and happy, benefitting from a curriculum that caters to their diverse needs. The leadership is dedicated to continuous improvement, with strong relationships built with families and a focus on preparing pupils for their futures.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 26 Sep 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 26 Sep 2023 | Standard inspection: |
| 21 Mar 2023 | Additional inspection |
| 28 Jun 2022 | Standard inspection: |
| 29 Oct 2019 | Standard inspection: |
| 07 Jun 2016 | Standard inspection: |
| 04 Jul 2012 | Standard inspection: |
Strengths
- Strong focus on preparing pupils for their next steps in life.
- Positive relationships and respectful environment among pupils and staff.
- Effective curriculum planning that meets the needs of pupils.
- Pupils achieve accreditations in core subjects like cooking and life skills.
- Effective behaviour management strategies resulting in no exclusions since policy changes.
Areas for Improvement
- Newly introduced curriculum subjects are not fully planned or resourced.
- Leadership systems and practices are still in early implementation stages.
- Daily monitoring of progress towards EHC plan targets lacks precision.
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 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 0% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 0% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
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What is Blue Skies School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Blue Skies School is Good, from an inspection in November 2023.
When was Blue Skies School last inspected by Ofsted?
Blue Skies School was last inspected in November 2023.
How many pupils does Blue Skies School have?
Blue Skies School has 16 pupils on roll.
What age range does Blue Skies School cover?
Blue Skies School for pupils aged 11 to 25.
What are Blue Skies School's GCSE results?
In 2019 its average Attainment 8 score was 8.0, and 0% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Where is Blue Skies School?
Blue Skies School is at 126 Maidstone Road, Chatham, Kent, ME4 6DQ.