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All Saints Academy Dunstable - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)
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All Saints Academy Dunstable
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- Houghton Regis LU5 5AB
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Inadequate
| The quality of education | Requires Improvement |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Inadequate |
| Personal development | Requires Improvement |
| Leadership and management | Inadequate |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Requires Improvement |
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Behaviour and Attitudes: Behaviour around the school continues to improve
Academic Progress: Pupils' experience of curriculum delivery is inconsistent.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Frequent disruption to learning; aggressive and abusive language common.
Academic Progress: Leaders are aware of the need to improve outcomes
Current Educational Practices: Teachers do not consistently check pupils' understanding effectively.
Strengths and Challenges: Some teachers are not confident in leaders' plans; high levels of workload reported.
Qualifications and Training: Providing useful training for staff
Current Educational Practices: Use questioning effectively to gauge learning
Strengths and Challenges: Some teachers do not precisely identify knowledge needs
Opportunities for Involvement: Work closely with pupils and families
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents have concerns about provision.
Parent Satisfaction: Many parents have concerns about provision.
Communication: Assemblies celebrate improved attendance
Parent Satisfaction: Parents note safety improvements
Actions for Quality Improvement: Rigorous checks on plan implementation
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders must ensure thorough oversight of safeguarding processes.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Efforts on curriculum improvement have had limited impact.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: School leaders have clear plans to improve
Managing Bullying and Safety: Expanded pastoral and safeguarding team
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Pupils feel safe with trusted adults
Managing Bullying and Safety: Safeguarding concerns not consistently recorded; pupils do not feel safe.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Staff do not apply behaviour policy consistently, creating confusion.
Extracurricular Offerings: Pupils have access to a range of activities beyond the classroom.
Career Counselling Services: Sixth-form students benefit from effective careers guidance.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Most pupils with SEND receive appropriate support, but attendance remains low.
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All Saints Academy Dunstable is a Secondary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Bedfordshire, East of England.
It has 643 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 19 : 1.
At this school, 25% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
60.00% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Inadequate by recent Ofsted inspection.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
C
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B-
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B-
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| Ofset report | Inadequate | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-16 | 11-19 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 19.8 | 15.1 | 16.2 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 25% | 48% | 31% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | 11.80% |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
Secondary Exam Result
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -1.14 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 32.8 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 25% | 24.57% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 45% | 38.24% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 58% | 21.29% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 1% | 5.76% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 3% | 9.43% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 2.93 | 2.3 | 2.83 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 92% | 94.5% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 110 | 174 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 83% | 87.75% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 62% | 31.25% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 11% | 33.31% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 9% | 2.25% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 20.81% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 2.69% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 8% | 4.19% | 3.59% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -0.45 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 37.8 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 29% | 27.43% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 49% | 43.24% | 45.33% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 78% | 24.52% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 11% | 8.43% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 21% | 12.62% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.47 | 2.57 | 2.97 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 96% | 93.56% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 124 | 167 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 90.25% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 59% | 33.31% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 19% | 34.31% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 13% | 2.44% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 20% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 1.5% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 1.88% | 2.13% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -0.67 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 33.5 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 17% 1 | 32.78% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 45% 2 | 48.94% | 43.41% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 73% | 28.94% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 1% 3 | 9.39% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 6% 4 | 14.72% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 2.94 | 3 | 2.88 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 91% | 93.43% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 114 | 167 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 82% | 86.43% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 42% | 30.86% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 31% | 34% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 8% | 2.14% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 19.57% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 3.64% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 3.36% | 2.75% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -0.13 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 40.9 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 18% 1 | 27.39% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 47% 1 | 44.17% | 42.62% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 72% | 29% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 4% 2 | 9.11% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 10% 1 | 13.61% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.37 | 2.72 | 2.84 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 92% | 85.69% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 158 | 176 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 86% | 73.08% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 41% | 25.92% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 36% | 36.15% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.38% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 11.77% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 3.31% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 1.62% | 2.05% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -0.34 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 37.4 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 17% | 27.89% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 46% | 42.56% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 63% | 24% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 6% | 9.67% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 11% | 10.78% | 16.26% |
| EBacc average points score | - | - | - |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 91% | 84.85% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 172 | 186 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 87% | 77.69% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 47% | 26% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 24% | 36% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.23% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 13.85% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 4.77% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 2.85% | 2.45% |
A level exam result
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 19.38 | 23.86 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | D | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 23.02 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 8.74% | 13.67% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 23 | 111 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 61% | 59.7% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 13% | 6% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 13% | 24.8% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 4% | 5.4% | 9.05% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 21.74 | 31.45 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 21.54 | 32.37 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 11.32% | 17.7% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 37 | 111 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 49% | 53.1% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 3% | 7.4% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 38% | 26.7% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 3% | 8.4% | 10.69% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 18.67 6 | 29.09 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | D | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 22.38 2 | 26.96 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 8.47% | 13.07% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 50 | 130 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 50% | 52.56% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 11.89% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 36% | 27.78% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 2% | 5.44% | 8.8% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 24.15 10 | 27.73 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 20.91 6 | 29.24 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 10.09% | 13.37% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 3 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 22.89% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 4.78% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 17.78% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 3.44% | 4.22% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 14.47 | 22.38 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | E+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 14.44 | 25.62 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | E+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 8.09% | 12.64% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 13 | 24.78% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 9% | 8.89% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 29% | 21.56% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 3% | 4.23% |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 23rd Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
19 : 1
Student teacher ratio at All Saints Academy Dunstable
Local authority ratio 19 : 1