Drayton Manor High School
| Type | Secondary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 11-19 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Drayton Bridge Road Hanwell London W7 1EU |
| Phone | 02083571900 |
| Reference Number | 137221 |
Drayton Manor High School is performing exceptionally well, maintaining its outstanding status from previous inspections. The school excels in delivering a broad and ambitious curriculum, fostering strong academic outcomes, particularly for students with special educational needs and/or disabilities. The high expectations set for behaviour and conduct contribute to a calm and respectful environment, where students thrive and develop their character and civic virtues. The sixth form offers extensive opportunities for personal development, ensuring students are well-prepared for their future education and careers. While the overall provision is impressive, the report indicates a slight concern regarding some pupils' engagement with wider enrichment opportunities despite good participation in the sixth form. Nevertheless, the school has demonstrated its commitment to inclusivity and safeguarding, ensuring the well-being of all students. This inspection marks the school's first routine assessment since the pandemic, and it has adapted well to evolving educational challenges.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 1413 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 54.14%
Girls: 45.86% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 37.4% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 50.9% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 24.5 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 140 | 99 | 239 |
| 8 | 123 | 104 | 227 |
| 9 | 116 | 113 | 229 |
| 10 | 124 | 107 | 231 |
| 11 | 129 | 108 | 237 |
| 12 | 71 | 68 | 139 |
| 13 | 62 | 49 | 111 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| African | 15.9% |
| White, British | 13.8% |
| White, Other | 13.1% |
| Pakistani | 5.5% |
| Asian, Other | 4.3% |
| Mixed, Other | 4% |
| Unclassified | 3.9% |
| Indian | 3.8% |
| White & Asian | 3.3% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 2.4% |
| Caribbean | 2.1% |
| White & Black (African) | 1.6% |
| Chinese | 1% |
| Irish | 0.6% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| > Quality of education | Outstanding |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Outstanding |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Outstanding |
| > Sixth Form Provision | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 28 Nov 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 28 Nov 2023 | School inspection: |
| 18 Apr 2018 | Monitoring visit |
| 24 May 2012 | Full inspection: |
| 14 Feb 2012 | Academy conversion letter |
| 30 Jun 2010 | Interim assessment |
| Previously as Drayton Manor High School | |
| 30 Jun 2010 | Interim assessment |
| 01 Oct 2009 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 01 Oct 2009 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 11 Nov 2008 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 11 Nov 2008 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 22 Mar 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 22 Mar 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 16 Sep 2002 | Full inspection |
| 16 Sep 2002 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Outstanding quality of education across various subjects.
- High expectations for pupil behaviour and conduct.
- Strong outcomes in public examinations, especially for SEND pupils.
- Ambitious curriculum enriched with diverse subjects.
- Effective support and strategies for students with SEND.
- Strong leadership committed to the school's vision.
- Extensive enrichment opportunities in the sixth form.
- Positive and respectful school culture, promoting civic virtue.
Areas for Improvement
- Some pupils do not fully engage with wider enrichment opportunities.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| 56 |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 62% | ||
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 75.5% |
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:
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| Points | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Points | 39.19 | ||
| Average Points (best 3) | 39.47 |
Grades
| School | Local | Nationwide | |
| Average Grade | B | B- | C+ |
| Average Grade (best 3) | B | B- | C+ |
| Percentage | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students getting AAB or better | 23.2% |
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 192 | 30 |
| Third Preference | 186 | 24 |
| From another Local Authority | 49 | 2 |
Previous Years
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| > School Sixth Form | |
| > Sixth Form College | |
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