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Aylward Academy
- Secondary
- Enfield N18 1NB
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| Previous inspection | Not Previously Inspected |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Achievement of pupils | Good |
| Quality of teaching | Good |
| Behaviour and safety of pupils | Good |
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Academic Progress: Students make good progress and are successful in their GCSE examinations.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Students are well motivated in their learning and their behaviour is good.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers have high expectations and plan well-structured lessons.
Current Educational Practices: Teaching is effective with a strong emphasis on reading.
Strengths and Challenges: Good teaching overall, but inconsistent marking in science.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents consider that the academy promotes good standards of behaviour.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parent discussions held but no online questionnaire responses.
Communication: Comments taken into account during inspection.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Principal's vision results in a positive learning environment.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Staffing changes made to improve maths and science outcomes.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Students feel very safe; incidents handled effectively.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Calming environments provided for vulnerable students.
Extracurricular Offerings: Prince鈥檚 Trust ASDAN course and local apprenticeships available.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Curriculum meets needs of all students, especially those with additional funds.
Career Counselling Services: A number of apprenticeships with a local construction company.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Sixth form students develop confidence and skills for advanced courses.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Students with behavioural, emotional, and social difficulties receive good support and make progress.
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About Us
Aylward Academy is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Greater London, London.
It has 1383 students from age 11-19 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1.
At this school, 41% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
89.70% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Welcoming you to Aylward Academy, a mixed 11鈥�18 comprehensive school that serves a truly multicultural neighbourhood that values and respects each individual student. It is a school where students can grow their dreams and have their talents and skills encouraged. Our goal is for every student to graduate from high school a highly qualified, self-assured, and eloquent young adult. Both academically and socially, we want you to enjoy your time at Aylward Academy. We are here to assist you if you have a problem. We are willing to hear your ideas if you have any. Our youngsters with higher learning capacity are supported all the way through the sixth form, allowing them to apply to prestigious colleges like Oxford and Cambridge. Our dedication to the Every Child Matters agenda's Key Outcomes serves as the foundation for the AET vision. These will be based on a set of Values and Beliefs at AET Academies.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
B+
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B-
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B-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-19 | 11-18 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Boys |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 16.9 | - | 17.2 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 41% | 98% | 52% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 12.10% | 35.00% | 10.00% |
| 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 | -0.19 | 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 | 39.4 | 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 | 41% | 34% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 61% | 45.97% | 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 | 36% | 38.84% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 5% | 14% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 9% | 19.84% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.55 | 3.14 | 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 | 88% | 90.52% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 231 | 151 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 84% | 88.4% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 20% | 20.32% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 54% | 45.16% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 10% | 7.76% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 15.2% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | SP | 0.6% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 1.4% | 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 | -0.06 | 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 | 39.9 | 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 | 37% | 35.29% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 53% | 47.06% | 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 | 35% | 41.13% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 12% | 16.35% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 14% | 21.87% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.49 | 3.28 | 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 | 90% | 90.04% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 230 | 150 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 87% | 88.88% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 28% | 23.64% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 50% | 46.24% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 9% | 7.32% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 11.6% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 0.4% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 0.8% | 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 | -0.14 | 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 | 37.2 | 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% 3 | 28.97% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 47% 8 | 40.91% | 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 | 15% | 37.66% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 2% 1 | 13.88% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 4% 1 | 19.59% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 2.97 | 2.89 | 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 | 93% | 96.29% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 215 | 159 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 88% | 94.43% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 34% | 24.14% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 43% | 46.9% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 11% | 6.14% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | SP | 17.38% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 1% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 0.9% | 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 | -0.1 | 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 | 36.4 | 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 | 22% 6 | 27.9% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 39% 6 | 39.77% | 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 | 19% | 32.53% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 3% 6 | 12.67% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 5% 5 | 17.93% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 2.99 | 2.75 | 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 | 89% | 85.05% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 213 | 161 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 84% | 73.4% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 21% | 19% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 59% | 50.3% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 5% | 2.15% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 4.75% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 0.85% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 0.95% | 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 | 38.4 | 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 | 28% | 29.89% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 45% | 41.81% | 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 | 19% | 32.63% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 9% | 16.96% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 10% | 18.3% | 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 | 87% | 84.65% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 234 | 164 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 85% | 55.1% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 21% | 21.95% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 57% | 46.6% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 2.8% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 4.7% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 2.4% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 1.25% | 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 | 28.73 | 31.44 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 27.78 | 26.83 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 12.10% | 11.2% | 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 | 109 | 108 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 72% | 71.17% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 2.78% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 11% | 13.22% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 8.94% | 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 | 30.63 | 31.65 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 29.88 | 29.19 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 12.43% | 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 | 86 | 128 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 76% | 74.53% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 3% | 2% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 6% | 7.82% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 13% | 10.41% | 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 | 29.36 | 27.5 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 29.43 1 | 28.03 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 5.7% | 8.08% | 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 | 117 | 118 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 62% | 68.41% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 8% | 4.35% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 11% | 12.12% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 12% | 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 | 29.29 2 | 28.68 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 28.23 2 | 29.18 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 10.24% | 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 | 22 | 6 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 11 | 10.25% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 3% | 1.94% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 9% | 8.56% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 3.94% | 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 | 27.17 | 23.69 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 26.36 | 25.97 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 9.39% | 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 | - | 3 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 4 | 12.19% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 4.31% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 6% | 12% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 11% | 3.38% | 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
16 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Aylward Academy
Local authority ratio 18 : 1