Charles Darwin School

A good academy converter school in Bromley. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Charles Darwin School.

Westerham, TN163AU Ofsted: Good Age 11-18 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

54

/ 100

Secondary with Sixth Form weighted harmonic mean of 5 indicators

Indicators used for Secondary with Sixth Form schools

Progress 8 score
46.8
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: -0.34
English & Maths grade 4+ %
53.9
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 59.2%
Continue in education or training
41.5
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 48.0%
Sustained employment
69.8
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 35.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: Good

How we weight each phase

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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
15 June 2023
Previous grade
Good
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
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
Jail Lane
Biggin Hill
Westerham, TN163AU
Phone
1959574043
Website
cdarwin.com

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
136545
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary with Sixth Form
Address
Jail Lane, Biggin Hill, Westerham, TN16 3AU
Website
http://www.cdarwin.com
Age range
11-18
Gender
Mixed
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
INICIO EDUCATIONAL TRUST
Capacity
1356 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
1,314
Free School Meals
24.7% (325 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
2.1% (28 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
90.0%
Good
Persistent Absence
31.2%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Attainment 8 Scores
Attainment 8:
42.6
Ebacc Attainment 8:
12.1
English Attainment 8:
9.0
Maths Attainment 8:
8.3
Open Subjects Attainment 8:
13.1
EBacc Subject Performance
Ebacc Attainment 8:
12.1
Ebacc English:
98.1%
Ebacc Entry:
10.9%
Ebacc Humanities:
89.6%
Ebacc Languages:
17.1%
Ebacc Maths:
99.5%
Ebacc Sciences:
98.6%
Progress Measures
Progress 8:
-0.34
Progress 8 Range:
-0.53 to -0.15
University Progression:
46.0%

Real Success Rates

What happens to students after they leave this school

Continue Education
48.0%
University, college, or sixth form
Enter Employment
35.0%
Full or part-time jobs
Start Apprenticeships
2.0%
Learning while earning
Not in Education or Work
11.0%
NEET - needs support

Sixth Form University Progression

Where sixth form students go after graduation

University Progression
46%
Quality: Average
Sixth Form Size
122 students
Per cohort
Apprenticeships
2.0%

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
82 pupils
Large Classes
Pupils per Year Group
164
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
1,314 pupils
11-18

Subjects This School Excels At

Subjects where students perform significantly above national average

Drama & Theatre Studies (GCE A level)
★★★★ ★
(6 students)
Art & Design (Photography) (GCE AS level (All))
★★★ ★★
(21 students)
Art & Design (Photography) (GCE AS level (Not continued to A2))
★★★ ★★
(6 students)
Finance / Accounting (General) (VRQ Level 3)
★★★ ★★
(29 students)
Art & Design (Photography) (GCE A level)
★★ ★★★
(15 students)

Strong performance in 5 subjects

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Aspire, Endeavour, Achieve"

A thirst for learning developed through strong relationships with staff and engaging, memorable learning experiences in the classroom and extra-curricular activities All students feel an important part of the school and are proud to have a place here All parents and students value education and aim for the highest possible academic outcomes Students discover their talents by being open to trying new things, engaging with what the school has to offer, and always trying their best Students will leave us as compassionate contributors to local and global society with an open mind-set and can-do attitude Staff are solutions-focused; we work as a team with the Inicio Educational Trust to support students

Head Teacher's Message

Charles Darwin School aims to help students thrive academically and socially with a broad, balanced curriculum focusing on English, Mathematics, Science and the Humanities; emphasizes achievement, involvement in extra-curricular activities, and community contributions; highlights partnership with parents and staff commitment to students.

Facilities

Library with a cosy reading corner and wide range of resources (fiction, non-fiction, graphic novels, magazines, manga, reference materials). Computers available for independent study during lunchtimes and at Homework Club (3–4pm).

Curriculum Highlights

Curriculum includes Computing, English, Humanities, Mathematics, Modern Foreign Languages, Physical Education, Religious Education, Science, Creative Arts, Design and Technology, Expressive Arts, Food Technology, Sociology RSHE programme Whole School Reading

SEND Provision

Pupils with SEND are accepted at Charles Darwin School on equal terms with any other child, provided that they meet the admissions criteria and that their needs can be met. SEND information includes the Finch Room For Student Wellbeing, links to Bromley local authority and IASS, plus the SEND Information Report and SEND Policy and the Accessibility Plan.

Admissions Criteria

Pupils are admitted on equal terms; All applications are made through the London Borough of Bromley; Year 7 admissions must be made using the appropriate Common Application Form; the school is oversubscribed; Appeals process; Admissions Policies for 2025-26 and 2026-27; Appeals timetable.

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