Arbour Vale School

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Performance Score

Overall school rating

/ 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: 10 January 2023
Previous grade: Inadequate
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: Farnham Road

Farnham Royal

Slough, SL23AE
Phone: 1753515560
Website: arbourvaleschool.org

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS

URN: 145741
Type: Academy special sponsor led
Phase: Special
Address: Farnham Road, Farnham Royal, Slough, SL2 3AE
Website: www.arbourvaleschool.org
Age range: 2-19
Gender: Mixed
Religious character: Does not apply
School status: Open
Trust/MAT: ORCHARD HILL COLLEGE ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity: 375 pupils
Setting: Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form: Yes
Nursery: Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils: 345
Free School Meals: 42.5% (147 pupils)
Special Educational Needs: 100.0% (345 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate: 86.2%; Needs improvement
Persistent Absence: 41.7%; Missing 10%+ of school days

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size: 10 pupils; Excellent
Pupils per Year Group: 19; Average across all year groups
Total School Size: 345 pupils; 2-19

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Passionate about Learning"

Inclusion Equality of Opportunity No discrimination Dignity and Respect

Facilities

play area sensory room calming room soft play modular building

Curriculum Highlights

Inclusive, personalised curriculum Meets the EYFS and National Curriculum with modifications to ensure accessibility Post-16 curriculum promoting independence, self-confidence and preparation for moving on Development of key skills: Communication, Cognition, Independence, Physical Development and Self-care Curriculum driven by pupils' needs and taught in phase groups with small class sizes and teaching assistants Rolling programme balancing stimulating contexts, learning through themes, community learning and discrete subjects Core Subjects, Specialist Subjects, Phonics, RSE, Religious Education, Qualifications & Courses, Careers Guidance, Online Learning, Music Development Plan

Admissions Criteria

All admissions are via the Local Authority; visits are welcomed. Admissions Context describes criteria including suitability for age, ability, SEND needs and compatibility with the school, and there is an oversubscription criteria. See Admissions Policy and Admissions Procedure.

Financial Information

Bursaries: Available