Wolverhampton Vocational Training Centre

A good free schools special school in Wolverhampton. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Wolverhampton Vocational Training Centre.

Wolverhampton, WV46JP Ofsted: Good Age 16-19 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

75

/ 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
5 June 2018
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
Millfields Road
Ettingshall
Wolverhampton, WV46JP
Phone
1902552274
Website
wvtc.org.uk

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
142123
Type
Free schools special
Phase
Special
Address
Millfields Road, Ettingshall, Wolverhampton, WV4 6JP
Website
www.wvtc.org.uk
Age range
16-19
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
CENTRAL LEARNING PARTNERSHIP TRUST
Capacity
75 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
51
Special Educational Needs
100.0% (51 pupils)

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
6 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
13
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
51 pupils
16-19

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

Democracy The rule of law Individual liberty Mutual respect Tolerance of those of different faiths and beliefs

Head Teacher's Message

WVTC is a unique Vocational Training Centre that opened as a Free School in 2015. It moved into new purpose-built facilities in Ettingshall in September 2017. The Centre offers vocational training and work-related opportunities to young people aged 16-19 with an EHCP and may offer 1- and 2-day Alternative Provision placements. The aim is to prepare students for an independent and positive future, related to their interests and aspirations. Chris Potter, WVTC Centre Manager, conveys this mission.

Facilities

New purpose-built facilities at Ettingshall (moved there in September 2017).

Curriculum Highlights

Broad and balanced curriculum including English and Maths core (unless the student has GCSE grade 4 or a Functional Skills Level 2) and qualifications in Personal Growth & Wellbeing, Personal Development and Employability. Vocational options across Animal Care, Art, Construction Skills (including Bricklaying, Carpentry and Painting & Decorating), Hair and Beauty, Hospitality and Catering, ICT, Motor Vehicle & Cycle Maintenance (including Car Valeting) and PE & Sports Leadership. Qualifications ranging from Entry Level to Level 2. Work Experience Placements closely related to the student’s vocational pathways.

SEND Provision

WVTC provides a specialised and holistic education for young people aged 16-19 with identified Complex Cognitive Difficulties, with admissions by Local Authority referrals and EHCP naming WVTC; WVTC cannot accept independently funded placements.

Admissions Criteria

All pupils must have an Education, Health and Care Plan naming the Centre; admissions arrangements managed by Wolverhampton City Council; WVTC can only accept referrals from Local Authorities; private funding of places is not offered.

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