Merstham Park School

A good free schools school in Surrey. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Merstham Park School.

Redhill, RH13PU Ofsted: Good Age 11-16 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

59

/ 100

Secondary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Secondary schools

Progress 8 score
52.5
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: -0.08
English & Maths grade 4+ %
56.5
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 64.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
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
18 October 2022
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
Taynton Drive
Redhill, RH13PU

Location

Find the school on the map

Source: Geocoding

School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
145898
Type
Free schools
Phase
Secondary
Address
Taynton Drive, Redhill, RH1 3PU
Age range
11-16
Gender
Mixed
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
GLF SCHOOLS
Capacity
900 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
601
Free School Meals
28.8% (173 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
3.8% (23 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
91.4%
Good
Persistent Absence
25.2%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Key Performance Indicators

English & Maths Grade 5+:
64.0 (+12.0 vs average)
Attainment 8:
46.0 (+6.5 vs average)

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
25 pupils
Very Good
Pupils per Year Group
100
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
601 pupils
11-16

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Igniting a passion for learning"

Inclusion Collaboration Resilience Respect Success

Head Teacher's Message

Cullum Mitchell (Headteacher) presents Merstham Park as a unique, community-focused school where the values of inclusion, collaboration, resilience, respect and success are embedded. He emphasises a broad, inclusive curriculum, the importance of personal outcomes alongside academic achievement, strong partnership with parents, a welcoming atmosphere, and modern facilities and opportunities (clubs, trips, performances). He notes that parents often express satisfaction and that over 94% would recommend the school.

Facilities

state-of-the-art facilities modern classrooms well-equipped science laboratories cutting-edge technology extensive sports facilities creative arts spaces inviting communal areas

Curriculum Highlights

In Years 7 & 8 we teach through a specialist and thematic project-led curriculum (ITPs). The curriculum is described as broad, ambitious and inclusive, with opportunities to learn beyond timetabled lessons through clubs, trips and other events. The importance of reading is seen as a priority. The curriculum covers a wide range of subjects (Art & Photography, Child Development, Computing, Design Technology, Drama, English, Food Technology, French, Geography, History, Mathematics, Music, Physical Education, PSHE, Religious Studies & Worldviews, Science).

SEND Provision

Merstham Park School is a mainstream academy. The SEND Information Report describes the 'Universal Offer' – teaching and learning strategies that are most likely to be effective for all learners, including consideration of cognitive load, attention and sensory processing, use of visual resources and executive functioning. The document notes that all teachers will try universal plus adaptations when needed and that the SENCO is available for contact; Annual Reviews are held for pupils with EHCPs and progress is reported to parents. The school also collaborates with external agencies (Educational Psychology, Specialist Teachers for Inclusive Practice, Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, CAMHS, etc.) and uses a cycle of Assess, Plan, Do and Review to monitor and adapt support. The Universal Offer governs what can benefit all learners and where targeted supports may be added.

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