The Avenue School

A outstanding free schools special school in Brent. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for The Avenue School.

London, NW67BH Ofsted: Outstanding Age 4-19 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

100

/ 100

Special weighted harmonic mean of 1 indicators

Indicators used for Special schools

Ofsted inspection outcome
100.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 100.0%
Raw: Outstanding

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

Outstanding
Overall effectiveness
Outstanding
Last inspected
11 October 2023
Quality of education
Outstanding
Behaviour & attitudes
Outstanding
Personal development
Outstanding
Leadership & management
Outstanding
Safeguarding
Effective

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

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Christchurch Avenue
London, NW67BH
Phone
2038294690
Website
theavenueschool.london

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
143731
Type
Free schools special
Phase
Special
Address
Christchurch Avenue, London, NW6 7BH
Website
www.theavenueschool.london
Age range
4-19
Gender
Mixed
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
THE RISE PARTNERSHIP TRUST
Capacity
104 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
89
Free School Meals
39.3% (35 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
100.0% (89 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
93.4%
Good
Persistent Absence
18.3%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
3 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
6
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
89 pupils
4-19

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Love, Learn, Laugh"

Democracy The Rule of Law Individual Liberty Mutual Respect Tolerance

Head Teacher's Message

A warm welcome from Penny Doswell, The Avenue School Headteacher. As part of The Rise Partnership Trust, the school is committed to championing unique potential and pursuing excellence, guided by the Trust’s mission “love, learn, laugh.” The message emphasises partnership with families, an aspirational and nurturing environment, and a focus on improving pupils’ lives and outcomes through outstanding practice.

Facilities

Onsite speech and occupational therapy Small classes (7-10 pupils) Outdoor learning spaces

Curriculum Highlights

ABA-based curriculum using Verbal Behaviour (VB) teaching methodology VB-MAPP (Milestones Assessment and Placement Program) and Essentials for Living assessments Small Steps (Basket of Indicators) for progress tracking Pre-Key Stage Standards for KS1/KS2 reporting when below/above standard ASDAN qualifications where appropriate 1:1 or small-group interventions in Maths and Literacy, PSHE and communication Personal Intervention Plans (PIP) and assessments (Small Steps, VB-MAPP, Essentials for Living, ASDAN) SMSC development integrated into curriculum and enrichment Multi-disciplinary collaboration with Speech and Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists, and Behaviour Analysts Thematic cross-curricular delivery across Key Stages

Admissions Criteria

The Avenue School educates children and young people aged 4/5–18 with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and associated learning difficulties. All pupils have an Education and Health Care Plan (EHCP). The educational provision is based upon the principles of Applied Behavioural Analysis (ABA) and uses Verbal Behaviour (VB) teaching methodologies. Brent residents are prioritised, but pupils from other boroughs are also welcomed. The admissions process includes talking to the local authority SEN team, informal school visits, local authority referral, formal assessment, meetings with the child, and final placement decisions communicated by the local authority.

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