In review of the exams data last week I was reviewing schools in our local area. I am trying to see the various press releases through the eyes of prospective parents and future recruitment plans.
The Department of Education offer a school statistics comparison ‘mash-up’ presenting map and statistical information for parents on school;
In the example I have compared Hamble Community Sports College with Oasis Academy Mayfield, but you can compare up to 5 schools at any one time. There is a lot of data to available, perhaps somewhat overloading, but otherwise informative. I am not sure when the data will be updated to show 2011 results, but one aspect that is definitely missing is the performance trend of the school. As a parent I would like to the direction the school is heading.
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