Columbia Grange School

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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: 17 March 2011
Previous grade: Outstanding
Quality of education: 9
Behaviour & attitudes: 9
Personal development: 9
Leadership & management: Outstanding
Safeguarding: 9

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

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS

Address: Oxclose Road

Washington, NE387NY
Phone: 1916913940
Website: columbiagrange.org.uk

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS

URN: 150096
Type: Academy special converter
Phase: Special
Address: Oxclose Road, Washington, NE38 7NY
Website: www.columbiagrange.org.uk
Age range: 5-11
Gender: Mixed
Religious character: Does not apply
School status: Open
Opened: 01-10-2023
Trust/MAT: OAK LEARNING TRUST
Capacity: 140 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: 117
Free School Meals: 41.9% (49 pupils)
Special Educational Needs: 100.0% (117 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate: 91.8%; Good
Persistent Absence: 20.3%; Missing 10%+ of school days

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size: 8 pupils; Excellent
Pupils per Year Group: 17; Average across all year groups
Total School Size: 117 pupils; 5-11

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Always learning - to achieve and succeed"

SCERTS - Social Communication; Emotional Regulation and Transactional Support diversity and inclusion - valuing each person’s uniqueness Pupils’ well-being is at the core of all we do Fostering the highest level of independence and successful transitions British Values embedded in daily routines

Columbia Grange School is not affiliated to any particular religious denomination.

Head Teacher's Message

Headteacher welcomes families and emphasizes trust, safety, happiness, and engagement; highlights commitment to SCERTS and regular updates with families.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Creative Arts Club (Art and Music) Outdoor Learning Play / Communication Club Keep Active Club

Facilities

assessment facilities in nursery therapy rooms indoor/outdoor adventure playground information technology room Sensory room Ball pool library food technology room movement room parent’s room multi-purpose play area pupil’s garden nature trail discovery park

Curriculum Highlights

Art Communication and Language Food Technology Independence Mark Making and Writing Maths Music Outdoor Learning Physical Development PSHE (including RSE) Reading (Phonics) Science

Admissions Criteria

Columbia Grange is designated for pupils aged five to eleven with severe learning difficulties and/or autism. Admissions are decided by the Local Authority through the Formal Statutory Assessment process and placements panel.