Ormiston Queensmill Academy

A good academy special converter school in Hammersmith and Fulham. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Ormiston Queensmill Academy.

London, W120NW Ofsted: Good Age 3-19 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
22 February 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
1 Askham Road
Shepherds Bush
London, W120NW
Website
oqma.co.uk

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
147793
Type
Academy special converter
Phase
Special
Address
1 Askham Road, Shepherds Bush, London, W12 0NW
Age range
3-19
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
ORMISTON ACADEMIES TRUST
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
243
Free School Meals
65.9% (160 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
100.0% (243 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
87.2%
Needs improvement
Persistent Absence
38.0%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
7 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
14
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
243 pupils
3-19

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

Queensmill describes itself as a well-established autism-specific school with a child/young person-centred approach, prioritising wellbeing, staff training in autism, in-house therapists, satellite provisions, and collaboration with the autistic community. The curriculum is described as individually tailored and informed by research, with a focus on social communication, regulation, and total communication.

Facilities

A variety of sensory spaces A fully-accessible playground Soft play 17 low-arousal classrooms One fully equipped kitchen Two spacious dining halls Design and Technology (DT) room Large PE hall (divided into two sections) with two permanent trampolines Four outdoor playgrounds Local swimming facilities (Everyone Active, Westway, Kensington Leisure Centre) Dedicated sensory area including a Body Shop and a soft play area Water Play Room AV Room (currently undergoing refurbishment)

Admissions Criteria

Admissions are overseen in collaboration with Hammersmith & Fulham SEN department and are based on criteria including an Education, Health and Care plan (EHC), being at academic levels well below age-related expectations, or an autism diagnosis. Admission process: the Local Authority sends a child’s papers (e.g., EHC plan and other reports) to the school; the Head of School decides whether the school can meet the child’s needs from papers alone; if so, the SEN Panel may pursue the place and the school will visit/observe the child to verify suitability; transitions include a transition plan with parents and the child’s current school; if the school is full, a place cannot be offered.

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