Hamilton School
| Type | Special School / Academy special sponsor led |
| Age Range | 11-18 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | 135 Bulmershe Road Reading Berkshire RG1 5SG |
| Phone | 01189375524 |
| Reference Number | 147675 |
Hamilton School has demonstrated a good overall performance during its first inspection since joining the Maiden Erlegh Trust. The school has made notable strides in raising expectations for pupils' behaviour and academic performance, fostering an environment where pupils feel secure and valued. The school provides effective support and enrichment activities, contributing positively to pupils' self-esteem and engagement. Leadership has shown significant improvement over the last two years, with a strong focus on education tailored to the needs of vulnerable pupils.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 62 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 100%
Girls: 0% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 79% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 0% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 14 | Unknown | 14 |
| 8 | 12 | Unknown | 12 |
| 9 | 13 | Unknown | 13 |
| 10 | 16 | Unknown | 16 |
| 11 | 7 | Unknown | 7 |
| 12 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 13 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 71% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 11.3% |
| Mixed, Other | 4.8% |
| Unclassified | 3.2% |
| Caribbean | 3.2% |
| White & Black (African) | 1.6% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| Last Report Date | 21 May 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 21 May 2024 | School inspection: |
Strengths
- Strong leadership and clear expectations for pupil behaviour and learning.
- Good quality support and care provided to pupils.
- Effective supervision and management of behaviour during transitions.
- Improved curriculum and heightened focus on reading skills.
- High rates of successful transitions to further education.
Areas for Improvement
- Curriculum not always well adapted to meet individual pupil needs.
- Inconsistent staff subject knowledge affecting reading instruction.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| 3.3 |
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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