Hall Mead School
| Type | Secondary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 11-16 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Marlborough Gardens Upminster Essex RM14 1SF |
| Phone | 01708225684 |
| Reference Number | 137197 |
Hall Mead School demonstrates outstanding performance across all areas of education, with a strong commitment to fostering a positive school environment. The pupils take pride in their community and receive a broad and highly ambitious curriculum tailored to their needs, including those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). The staff’s expertise, along with effective support mechanisms, enable pupils to thrive academically and socially, preparing them well for future endeavors. The leadership is highly regarded, with a clear focus on staff well-being and professional development contributing to the school’s success.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 1066 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 55.82%
Girls: 44.18% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 12.9% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 13.6% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 21.7 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 103 | 111 | 214 |
| 8 | 123 | 96 | 219 |
| 9 | 125 | 88 | 213 |
| 10 | 118 | 92 | 210 |
| 11 | 126 | 84 | 210 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 71.5% |
| White, Other | 6.8% |
| African | 2.9% |
| Indian | 2.7% |
| White & Asian | 2.6% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 2.3% |
| Mixed, Other | 2.2% |
| Asian, Other | 1.3% |
| Chinese | 1.1% |
| Unclassified | 1% |
| Pakistani | 0.9% |
| Caribbean | 0.8% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.6% |
| Irish | 0.2% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| > Quality of education | Outstanding |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Outstanding |
| > Personal Development | Outstanding |
| > Leadership & Management | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 26 Sep 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 26 Sep 2023 | School inspection: |
| 06 Feb 2013 | Full inspection: |
| 14 Feb 2012 | Academy conversion letter |
| 07 Jan 2011 | Interim assessment |
| Previously as Hall Mead School | |
| 07 Jan 2011 | Interim assessment |
| 03 Jun 2009 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 03 Jun 2009 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 12 Mar 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 12 Mar 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 24 Jan 2005 | Full inspection |
| 24 Jan 2005 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Exceptional commitment to fostering a safe and inclusive community.
- Highly ambitious and well-sequenced curriculum that exceeds national expectations.
- Strong leadership with effective support systems for both staff and students.
- Pupils with SEND receive tailored support and thrive in the learning environment.
- Robust personal development programs that include extensive mental health resources.
- High expectations for pupil behavior foster a calm and orderly school environment.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| 50.1 |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 51% | ||
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 70% |
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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| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 327 | 39 |
| Third Preference | 205 | 2 |
| From another Local Authority | 83 | 0 |
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