Marlborough School

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Performance Score

Overall school rating

/ 100

Special weighted harmonic mean of 1 indicators

Indicators used for Special schools

Ofsted inspection outcome

75.0

/ 100 normalized

Weight: 100.0%

Raw: Good

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Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

Progress 8 score 40.0%
English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

Progress 8 score 25.0%
English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

Progress 8 score 20.0%
English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
Continue in education or training 20.0%
Sustained employment 20.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

Continue in education or training 40.0%
Sustained employment 30.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Good

Overall effectiveness: Good
Last inspected: 23 January 2013
Previous grade: Requires Improvement
Quality of education: 9
Behaviour & attitudes: 9
Personal development: 9
Leadership & management: Good
Safeguarding: 9

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS

Address: Marlborough Park Avenue

Sidcup, DA159DP
Phone: 2083006896
Website: marlborough.bexley.sch.uk

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS

URN: 101487
Type: Community special school
Phase: Special
Address: Marlborough Park Avenue, Sidcup, DA15 9DP
Website: www.marlborough.bexley.sch.uk
Age range: 11-19
Gender: Mixed
Religious character: Does not apply
School status: Open
Capacity: 85 pupils
Setting: Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form: Yes
Nursery: No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils: 88
Free School Meals: 42.4% (37 pupils)
Special Educational Needs: 100.0% (88 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate: 87.9%; Needs improvement
Persistent Absence: 34.4%; Missing 10%+ of school days

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size: 5 pupils; Excellent
Pupils per Year Group: 10; Average across all year groups
Total School Size: 88 pupils; 11-19

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Every Moment Is A Learning Opportunity"

Happiness Empowerment Aspiration Respect Teamwork

Head Teacher's Message

Welcome from Headteacher Liz Smith; Marlborough is a split-site secondary special school for 85 students with severe and complex needs; aims to enable students to thrive and prepare for adulthood; emphasises holistic, inclusive curriculum; values and outreach commitment.

Facilities

Hydrotherapy pool Café Manger

Curriculum Highlights

Pathways: Meadow Pathway, Orchard Pathway, Legacy Pathway Meadow Pathway meets the needs of learners with profound and multiple learning difficulties, complex sensory needs and medical and physical needs. Orchard Pathway meets the needs of learners with severe learning difficulties including those with autism and other complex needs. Legacy Pathway is provision for pupils between 14 and 19 who are able to attend Marlborough's Legacy site focusing on preparing students for adulthood and learning beyond school. Meadow Pathway Curriculum Themes – five year rolling programme; Orchard Pathway Themes – five year rolling programme; Legacy Pathway Curriculum Themes Orchard Pathway Curriculum Themes: Five-year rolling programme for Key Stages 3 and 4; Orchard Post 16 runs on its own distinct three year rolling curriculum. Personalised learning is structured across five areas; KS3; KS4 & KS5; Cognition; Communication and Interaction; Personal, Social and Emotional; Physical and Sensory; Independent Living; Good Health; Education, Employment and Careers; Participating in Society. Enrichment and cultural experiences including community links such as Charlton Athletic and Magpie Dance; therapists regularly visit classes to support needs.

SEND Provision

Outreach programme to develop inclusive practice and knowledge in Bexley mainstream settings, delivering CPD and support for students with complex needs.

Admissions Criteria

Admits students via local authority consultation; referrals are assessed to ensure Marlborough can meet needs; if not suitable, local authority is informed; an appeals process is available.