Buxton School

A good foundation school school in Waltham Forest. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Buxton School.

London, E113NN Ofsted: Good Age 3-16 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

58

/ 100

All-through weighted harmonic mean of 5 indicators

Indicators used for All-through schools

Progress 8 score
58.9
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 25.0%
Raw: 0.21
English & Maths grade 4+ %
54.3
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 59.9%
KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
58.6
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 69.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
44.8
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 15.0%
Raw: 5.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
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
14 November 2017
Previous grade
Good
Quality of education
9
Behaviour & attitudes
9
Personal development
9
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
Effective

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

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
234 Cann Hall Road
Leytonstone
London, E113NN
Phone
2085343425
Website
buxtonschool.org.uk/

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
103080
Type
Foundation school
Phase
All-through
Address
234 Cann Hall Road, Leytonstone, London, E11 3NN
Website
http://www.buxtonschool.org.uk/
Age range
3-16
Gender
Mixed
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
The Buxton School Learning Trust
Capacity
1170 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
1,188
Free School Meals
38.3% (455 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
4.5% (53 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
92.3%
Good
Persistent Absence
26.5%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Key Performance Indicators

Reading, Writing & Maths (Expected):
69.0 (+10.2 vs average)
Progress 8:
0.21 (+0.4 vs average)

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
42 pupils
Large Classes
Pupils per Year Group
85
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
1,188 pupils
3-16

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Opening doors, inspiring ambition."

Extracurriculars

Clubs

East London School of Dance Chess Club Debate Mate Club Art Club Basketball Club Leyton Orient Football Club Homework Club Guitar Lessons

Sports

Football Cricket Netball Basketball

Facilities

Dance Studio Sports Hall Main Hall MUGA Sand based all weather Pitch with mobile floodlights Outdoor Netball Pitch Drama Studio

Curriculum Highlights

Theme-based curriculum from Nursery through Year 6 with focus on history, geography, science, art and design technology Mathematics and English taught as discrete subjects and integrated with class topics where appropriate Phonics, spelling, French, religious education (RE) and physical education (PE) taught as discrete subjects Creative, dynamic and interactive learning and teaching environments Engaging WOW days Utilisation of outdoor spaces, including the Secret Garden and local area A carefully planned programme of lessons based on the National Curriculum Extra-curricular activities such as music, instrumental lessons, and sports opportunities Regular educational visits and trips outside the school to enrich subjects In-school sessions with outside speakers and visitors, such as parents, the school nurse, and community police officers

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

Breakfast Club runs 7:30-8:40am. Brilliant Bears after-school care provision runs 3:30pm-6:00pm for children aged 3.5 to 16. Collection points and fees vary; contact Zanab Arbi for details (020 8534 3425 ext 137).

SEND Provision

There is provision for pupils with speech, language and communication needs and a speech, language and communication needs resource provision for relevant pupils with an appropriate EHC Plan.

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