Kingsdown School

A not judged academy special converter school in Southend-on-Sea. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Kingsdown School.

Southend-On-Sea, SS26XT Ofsted: Not Judged Age 3-14 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

50

/ 100

Special weighted harmonic mean of 1 indicators

Indicators used for Special schools

Ofsted inspection outcome
50.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 100.0%
Raw: Not Judged

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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
8 October 2024
Previous grade
Good
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
Snakes Lane
Southend-On-Sea, SS26XT
Phone
1702527486
Website
kingsdownschool.org

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
144692
Type
Academy special converter
Phase
Special
Address
Snakes Lane, Southend-on-Sea, SS2 6XT
Website
www.kingsdownschool.org
Age range
3-14
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
SEN TRUST SOUTHEND
Capacity
130 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
127
Free School Meals
44.1% (56 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
100.0% (127 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
89.3%
Needs improvement
Persistent Absence
36.2%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
6 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
11
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
127 pupils
3-14

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Be happy, communicate, learn and achieve"

Facilities

sensory studio outdoor nature space rebound therapy library soft play area swimming pool specialised cooking music immersive rooms

Curriculum Highlights

Personalised learning curriculums which are broad and balanced Fully integrated with speech and language therapy, sensory occupational therapy, physiotherapy, social, emotional and mental health support Pupils have opportunities to develop independence and essential life skills Therapists provide tailored support addressing the unique needs of each pupil Holistic approach to education

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