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Woodlane Values
Kindness
Tolerance
Honesty
Independence
Effort
Aspiration
Resilience
Achievement
Respect
Welcome to Woodlane
About Our School
Woodlane High School is a successful purpose built community special school for pupils aged 11-16 years. We have an Ofsted rating of 'outstanding'.
We opened, on our present site, by the London Borough of Hammersmith & Fulham in February 2000 and provide specialist support for pupils with a range of barriers to learning.
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- 04 March 2025
Pupils Questionnaire 2024/2025
Read MoreWe are delighted to share our most recent pupil questionnaire results.
91 pupils (84.3% of the school roll) responded to the recent pupil questionnaire. We are delighted with the responses, which indicate that pupils are very happy at Woodlane. The very few disagree statements will be explored further and support offered where required.
What have pupils said about Woodlane?
What do you like most about the school?
“What I like most about this school is there is zero tolerance for violence.”
“That the TAs and teachers make the school feel like home.”
“What I like most about the school is that teachers and TAs treat me equally.”
“GCSEs being available.”
“I like theme days and my hard work.”
What would you like to change in the school?
“I think the school is perfect, so not much needed to change.”
“The changing rooms.”
“A whole borough party.”
Summary of Views:
- On average 99% of pupils agreed/strongly agreed with the statements (all set in the positive mode).
- 99% of pupils believe Woodlane is a good school (1 pupil strongly disagreed).
- 100% of pupils believe they are taught well.
- 100% of pupils believe teachers expect them to work hard and do their best.
- 100% of pupils think their work is assessed helpfully so they can see how to improve it.
- 99% of pupils believe that pupils at Woodlane behave well (1 pupil disagreed).
- 97% of pupils have an adult in school they can talk to if they have a problem (2 pupils felt they do not have someone they can talk to).
- 99% of pupils believe staff treat all pupils fairly and with respect (1 pupil disagreed).
- 100% of pupils believe the school helps them to be independent.
- 100% of pupils believe the school is interested in their views.
- 97% of pupils think worthwhile homework is set regularly (2 pupils disagreed)
- 99% of pupils feel the school deals with any problems so they feel safe (1 pupil disagreed).
- 99% of pupils believe the school is well run (1 pupil disagreed).
Please download and read the full survey below, including any actions required.
- 02 October 2024
Staff Questionnaire - September 2024
Read MoreA summary of staff answers and actions:
- 10 July 2024
Tender UK - Year 9 Project
Read MoreTender UK have been working with one of our Year 9 classes in the Spring Term to equip them with the skills they need to build healthy relationships.
- 12 March 2024
Pupil Questionnaire 2023/24
Read MoreWe are delighted to share the most recent pupil questionnaire results.
- 22 February 2024
2024 Parent Satisfaction Questionnaire
Read MoreWe are delighted to share the most recent parent satisfaction questionnaire.
- 16 October 2023
Staff Questionnaire Results - September 2023
Read MoreEvery year we survey our staff to gain their views on Woodlane High School and our practices. The senior managers and governors are pleased with this year’s results, however, we are always aiming for 100% in every area! Here is a summary of our 2023 staff responses:
- 100% state they are proud to be a member of staff at this school.
- 100% state the children are safe at this school.
- 100% state behaviour is good in this school.
- 100% state the behaviour of pupils is consistently well managed.
- 100% state the school deals with any cases of bullying effectively (bullying includes persistent name-calling, cyber, racist and homophobic bullying).
- 100% state the communication is effective within the school.
- 100% state the school makes appropriate provision for their professional development.
- 100% state the school successfully meets the differing needs of individual pupils.
- 100% state they know what we are trying to achieve as a school.
- 96% state all staff consistently apply school policies (1 member of staff disagreed).
- 100% state leaders do all they can to improve teaching and learning.
- 100% state that they are aware of the school’s procedures relating to child protection.
- 100% state they feel their contribution to the school is valued by the senior managers.
Why Choose Woodlane?
A Culture of Excellence
"Pupils get an education that is second to none." "Leaders, including those responsible for governance, are relentless in their drive for continuous improvement. This culture of excellence is shared by all." Ofsted 2024
Outstanding Teaching and Learning
"Teachers are experts in their subjects and very skilled at implementing the curriculum for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND)." "The school robustly tracks pupils’ progress from their starting points across all areas, including how they demonstrate the school’s values." Ofsted 2024
Our Curriculum Offer
"The curriculum is broad, rich and highly personalised, often exceeding the ambitions of what is expected nationally." "Pupils achieve well because the curriculum has been meticulously designed. Knowledge builds on pupils’ starting points so that their learning deepens from Year 7 to Year 11." Ofsted 2024
Outstanding Pupil Behaviour
"Behaviour in classrooms and around the school is exceptional." "Pupils benefit from a very well-structured environment that supports their behaviour." Ofsted 2024
Our Transition Arrangments
"Pupils settle quickly when they join the school. They participate fully in activities including visits, parents’ evenings and taster lessons before they arrive. Transition classes in Year 7 help them to learn the rules and routines of the school so they are successful. There is a razor-sharp focus on what is best for each pupil." Ofsted 2024