Towers School and Sixth Form Centre

A not judged academy converter school in Kent. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Towers School and Sixth Form Centre.

Ashford, TN249AL Ofsted: Not Judged Age 11-19 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

43

/ 100

Secondary with Sixth Form weighted harmonic mean of 5 indicators

Indicators used for Secondary with Sixth Form schools

Progress 8 score
47.9
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: -0.29
English & Maths grade 4+ %
54.7
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 60.6%
Continue in education or training
21.6
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 29.0%
Sustained employment
93.5
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 49.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
50.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: Not Judged

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

Not Judged
Overall effectiveness
Not Judged
Last inspected
15 October 2024
Previous grade
Good
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership & management
Requires Improvement
Safeguarding
Effective

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

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Faversham Road
Kennington
Ashford, TN249AL
Phone
1233634171
Website
towers.kent.sch.uk

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
136583
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary with Sixth Form
Address
Faversham Road, Kennington, Ashford, TN24 9AL
Website
www.towers.kent.sch.uk
Age range
11-19
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
TOWERS SCHOOL ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
1,625 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
1,529
Free School Meals
27.0% (413 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
1.5% (23 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
90.4%
Good
Persistent Absence
33.0%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Real Success Rates

What happens to students after they leave this school

Continue Education
29.0%
University, college, or sixth form
Enter Employment
49.0%
Full or part-time jobs
Start Apprenticeships
8.0%
Learning while earning
Not in Education or Work
9.0%
NEET - needs support

Sixth Form University Progression

Where sixth form students go after graduation

University Progression
25%
Quality: Below Average
Sixth Form Size
80 students
Per cohort
Apprenticeships
8.0%

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
85 pupils
Large Classes
Pupils per Year Group
170
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
1,529 pupils
11-19

Subjects This School Excels At

Subjects where students perform significantly above national average

Mathematics (GCE A level)
★★★★ ★
(7 students)
Business Studies (BTEC National Extended Certificate L3 - Band F - P-D*)
★★★ ★★
(14 students)
Music performance: Group (VRQ Level 3)
★★★ ★★
(9 students)
Finance / Accounting (General) (VRQ Level 3)
★★ ★★★
(8 students)
Business Studies (BTEC National Diploma L3 - Band J - PP-D*D*)
★ ★★★★
(19 students)

Strong performance in 5 subjects

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Belief in Potential"

Knowledge-rich curriculum High expectations of conduct and behaviour Strong welfare system Respect for others and understanding Appreciation of different views and cultures Caring, eloquent and passionate individuals Critical thinkers making reasoned choices A world view that extends beyond the local area and a desire to make a difference

Head Teacher's Message

Principal Richard Billings states pride in Towers and emphasises a knowledge-rich curriculum, high academic and behavioural expectations, and a strong welfare system to help every student reach their full potential.

Facilities

3 Art Studios A darkroom A large workshop with a 3D printer and a laser cutter A large kitchen set up for 20 students Rylance Theatre (The Rylance Theatre) Towers Library (with Chromebooks available during lunch and after school)

Curriculum Highlights

Key Stage 3 overall curriculum with English, Maths, Science, Geography, History, PE, French, Music, Dance/Drama, DT/Art, IT/PSHE, RS (with specific lesson allocations per subject) Key Stage 4 Curriculum Options Key Stage 5 ( KS5 ) pathways including A Levels, BTECs, Hospitality and Catering and Workability programmes Sixth Form subject options and bespoke pathways Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC) Associate School status with Active Shakespeare units and collaborations with RSC, University of Creative Arts and Marlowe Theatre/National Theatre

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