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Aston Academy
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- Aston cum Aughton S26 4SF
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Requires Improvement
| The quality of education | Requires Improvement |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Requires Improvement |
| Personal development | Requires Improvement |
| Leadership and management | Requires Improvement |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
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Academic Progress: Teaching is not consistently adapted to meet needs, affecting progress.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Most behave well in class, but some misbehave outside and display passive learning attitudes.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers have strong subject knowledge and use 'do now' tasks effectively.
Current Educational Practices: Teachers regularly assess and adapt lessons based on student needs.
Strengths and Challenges: Pupils' progress varies due to inconsistent teaching adaptation.
Opportunities for Involvement: School council improved food diversity and new clubs.
Communication: Regular updates on reading age and progress, but inconsistency noted.
Parent Satisfaction: Mixed feelings among parents; some dissatisfaction noted.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: New behaviour systems introduced; increased staff supervision.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Several strategies implemented to improve school rapidly.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Focus on data trends to improve attendance; safeguarding effective.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Increased capacity of supervising staff; taught about safety online and local dangers.
Extracurricular Offerings: Offers various clubs including football, science, and creative writing.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Sixth-form students lead competitions and mentor younger pupils.
Career Counselling Services: Comprehensive information and guidance on careers provided.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Well-structured curriculum prepares students for future education and employment.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Variable support for SEND; new processes yet to be fully implemented.
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About Us
Aston Academy is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in South Yorkshire, Yorkshire and The Humber.
It has 1595 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1.
At this school, 46% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
98.30% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Requires Improvement 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-
|
B
|
| Ofset report | Requires Improvement | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-16 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 16.8 | 15.1 | 15.2 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 46% | 48% | 35% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 16.10% | - | 15.20% |
| 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 | -0.36 | 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 | 43.9 | 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 | 46% | 27.18% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 72% | 41.73% | 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 | 50% | 19.41% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 12% | 6.23% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 17% | 9.73% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.87 | 2.59 | 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 | 90% | 86.35% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 295 | 174 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 80% | 76.12% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 24% | 29.65% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 44% | 20.47% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 11% | 16.82% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 9.29% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 4.76% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 5.47% | 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 | -0.36 | 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 | 45.6 | 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 | 48% | 31.38% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 67% | 47.86% | 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 | 58% | 13.86% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 22% | 6.86% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 34% | 9.1% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.1 | 2.79 | 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 | 94% | 85.47% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 292 | 169 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 87% | 78.53% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 34% | 33.82% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 35% | 20.82% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 18% | 16.71% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 7.35% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 2.71% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 4.41% | 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 | -0.24 | 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 | 48.3 | 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 | 54% 8 | 29.76% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 72% | 46.53% | 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 | 67% | 22.76% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 17% 8 | 8.35% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 30% 9 | 13.06% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.28 | 2.93 | 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 | 94% | 94.5% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 249 | 153 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 78% | 85.43% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 25% | 25.57% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 47% | 21.36% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 4% | 16.93% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 21.64% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 8% | 4.93% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 8% | 4.07% | 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 | -0.19 | 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 | 48.6 | 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 | 46% 3 | 29.5% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 72% 1 | 47.13% | 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 | 70% | 15.69% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 25% 3 | 7.75% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 39% 8 | 10.94% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.42 | 2.84 | 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 | 94% | 79.77% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 267 | 177 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 81% | 70.46% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 27% | 27.15% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 44% | 24.31% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 14.62% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 0.31% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 8% | 5.54% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 3.85% | 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 | 0.18 | 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 | 50.6 | 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 | 43% | 29.27% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 73% | 45.33% | 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 | 67% | 19.6% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 28% | 10.07% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 31% | 11% | 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 | 96% | 78.46% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 270 | 178 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 74.31% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 27% | 30.92% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 45% | 21.85% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 16% | 17.15% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | 3% | 0.77% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 12% | 9.62% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 6% | 4.15% | 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 | 32.66 | 25.08 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.32 | 25.5 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 16.10% | 9.72% | 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 | 98 | 247 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 54% | 48.78% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 11% | 9.44% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 19% | 19.11% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 10% | 9.11% | 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 | 40.95 | 28.84 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 41.67 | 29.24 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 35.7% | 14.71% | 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 | 96 | 346 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 67% | 60.67% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 5.67% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 19% | 17.67% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 9.78% | 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 | 30.90 1 | 26.55 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 28.52 1 | 27.54 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 11.1% | 6.93% | 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 | 108 | 347 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 59% | 55% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 9% | 12.29% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 17% | 19.71% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 11% | 9% | 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 | 29.64 2 | 25.3 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 29.31 5 | 25.47 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 6.3% | 8.67% | 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 | - | 0 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 17 | 29.33% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 12% | 10.33% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 17% | 16.67% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 3.83% | 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 | 31.28 | 24.47 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 34.5 | 23.02 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 10.0% | 6.57% | 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 | 6 | 39.5% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 9% | 9.5% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 7% | 16.17% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 4.17% | 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 | 31st Mar 2025 - 11th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 24th 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 - 30th Mar 2025 |
| Summer Term | 12th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 23rd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
16 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Aston Academy
Local authority ratio 20 : 1