Marlwood School

A good academy sponsor led school in South Gloucestershire. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Marlwood School.

Bristol, BS353LA Ofsted: Good Age 11-18 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

Score not available

Needs all indicators

Performance score unavailable: missing published data for Continue in education or training, Sustained employment

Indicators used for Secondary with Sixth Form schools

Progress 8 score
49.4
/ 100 normalized
Weight: Not used
Raw: -0.22
English & Maths grade 4+ %
62.8
/ 100 normalized
Weight: Not used
Raw: 75.6%
Continue in education or training
Not published
Raw: No data published
Sustained employment
Not published
Raw: No data published
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: Not used
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
7 November 2023
Previous grade
Requires Improvement
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
Vattingstone Lane
Alveston
Bristol, BS353LA
Phone
1454862525
Website
marlwood.com

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
141341
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary with Sixth Form
Address
Vattingstone Lane, Alveston, Bristol, BS35 3LA
Website
www.marlwood.com
Age range
11-18
Gender
Mixed
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
CASTLE SCHOOL EDUCATION TRUST
Capacity
750 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
544
Free School Meals
14.5% (79 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
3.1% (17 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
90.8%
Good
Persistent Absence
28.1%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Attainment 8 Scores
Attainment 8:
47.6
Ebacc Attainment 8:
14.0
English Attainment 8:
10.5
Maths Attainment 8:
9.5
Open Subjects Attainment 8:
13.5
EBacc Subject Performance
Ebacc Attainment 8:
14.0
Ebacc English:
98.8%
Ebacc Entry:
38.4%
Ebacc Humanities:
96.5%
Ebacc Languages:
46.5%
Ebacc Maths:
100.0%
Ebacc Sciences:
98.8%
Progress Measures
Progress 8:
-0.22
Progress 8 Range:
-0.52 to 0.09

Key Performance Indicators

English & Maths Grade 5+:
75.6 (+23.6 vs average)
EBacc Entry:
38.4 (+19.0 vs average)
Attainment 8:
47.6 (+8.1 vs average)

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
34 pupils
Large Classes
Pupils per Year Group
68
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
544 pupils
11-18

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

Providing a safe, happy and inclusive environment where everyone is known and valued, where differences are celebrated and individual learning needs are met. Offering a range of educational opportunities and memorable learning experiences, both inside and outside of the classroom delivered by skilled and enthusiastic staff. Developing students’ character, beliefs and attitudes that will equip them to live a successful and fulfilling life in modern Britain. Preparing students for the next step in their journey, whether that is further education, training or the world of work.

Head Teacher's Message

Headteacher Mrs Helen Simmons describes Marlwood as a smaller-than-average secondary school with a family feel, a broad and challenging curriculum, strong Careers advice and links with employers, and an Ofsted rating of Good (Nov 2023). The school maintains an open-door policy for visits and aims for high standards and Disruption Free Learning.

Facilities

a large, purpose built all weather pitch Gym Sports Hall Drama Hall Studio Music Rooms various classrooms

Admissions Criteria

Open Evening in Autumn Term; An admission application process including a closing date normally mid-October for Year 7 entry; In-year admissions information; For further details see the South Gloucestershire Admissions; Contact Marlwood School for visits.

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