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Bedford Academy
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- Bedford MK42 9TR
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
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Academic Progress: Pupils study an ambitious curriculum and build their subject knowledge effectively from Year 7 to Year 11.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well and follow clear expectations set by leaders.
Qualifications and Training: Most teachers have effective subject knowledge and practice due to provided training and support.
Current Educational Practices: Leaders support staff through training to ensure effective teaching, though there are pockets of inconsistency.
Strengths and Challenges: There are still instances where teaching is less effective due to insufficiently targeted support.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents can give Ofsted their opinion and view other parents' feedback via Parent View.
Communication: The school communicates regularly through newsletters and updates on pupils' progress and events.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents generally express satisfaction with the school's performance.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders track incidences of discrimination and bullying carefully and ensure issues are followed up effectively.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders re-designed the curriculum, addressing previous shortcomings and providing targeted training to improve outcomes.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Leaders ensure that pupils feel safe and supported, addressing any concerns promptly.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Pupils benefit from effective safeguarding measures and welfare-focused initiatives.
Extracurricular Offerings: Pupils benefit from a range of inspiring wider opportunities like trips, visits, and sports fixtures.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: The 鈥榮uper curriculum experience鈥� helps balance academic responsibilities with extracurricular engagements.
Career Counselling Services: There is a well-planned programme of careers and work-related education for all pupils.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Students in the sixth form have expert guidance, university visits, and work experience opportunities.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Leaders ensure pupils with SEND have their needs identified and met effectively, allowing them to access the same curriculum and achieve well.
Subjects Offered: All pupils study a language at key stage 3, and almost half continue to GCSE. Ebacc subjects are strongly promoted.
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Bedford Academy is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Bedfordshire, East of England.
It has 1332 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1.
At this school, 29% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
100.00% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good 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 |
B-
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B-
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B-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 16.9 | - | 20 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 29% | 98% | 69% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 0.00% | 35.00% | - |
| 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 | 0.00 | 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 | 38.8 | 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% | 26% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 50% | 40.38% | 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% | 21.29% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 9% | 8.24% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 16% | 12.48% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.39 | 2.56 | 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 | 91% | 87.29% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 215 | 133 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 85% | 82.36% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 43% | 41.14% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 40% | 32.07% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.14% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 9.07% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 1.64% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 3.36% | 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 | -0.33 | 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 | 40.5 | 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 | 32% | 27.33% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 52% | 42.76% | 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 | 22% | 19.57% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 6% | 9.1% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 11% | 12.38% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.39 | 2.68 | 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% | 88.29% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 216 | 132 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 94% | 86.07% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 52% | 39.93% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 42% | 35.36% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.21% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | SP | 10.71% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | SP | 0.79% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 1.29% | 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 | 0.38 | 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 | 44.5 | 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 | 28% 9 | 15.29% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 45% 9 | 27.67% | 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 | 7% | 13% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 1% | 5.24% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 1% 1 | 7.67% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.07 | 2.01 | 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 | 89% | 85.25% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 215 | 151 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 79% | 80.42% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 38% | 34.92% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 39% | 29.08% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | SP | 0.08% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 16% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 2.42% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 7% | 2.5% | 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 | 0.33 | 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 | 46.2 | 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 | 37% 13 | 16.9% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 54% 5 | 26.9% | 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 | 4% | 14.95% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 1% | 5.1% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 2% 1 | 8.3% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.22 | 1.95 | 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% | 84.6% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 175 | 171 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 87% | 71.4% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 41% | 36.2% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 46% | 31.8% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 10.3% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 2.1% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 1.4% | 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 | 0.08 | 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 | 44.1 | 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 | 24% | 16.53% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 49% | 28.63% | 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 | 6% | 14.21% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 6.32% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 1% | 6.89% | 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 | 90% | 75.2% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 194 | 173 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 83% | 63.5% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 42% | 36.2% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 41% | 33% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 2.3% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 3.8% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 7% | 2.3% | 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 | 20.86 | 30.32 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | D | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 21.92 | 29.61 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.00% | 10.63% | 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 | 62 | 347 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 68% | 52.5% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 3% | 6% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 16% | 29.75% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 8.25% | 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 | 26.99 | 31.37 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 31.21 | 32.5 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 9.1% | 15.79% | 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 | 55 | 474 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 56% | 55.5% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 0% | 4.25% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 22% | 23.75% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 13% | 12.13% | 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 | 25.33 1 | 28.1 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 29.00 3 | 28.15 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 20.0% | 13.62% | 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 | 74 | 352 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 58% | 54.5% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 3% | 8.13% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 25% | 26.75% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 6.13% | 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 | 26.46 3 | 29.12 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.35 2 | 30.36 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 5.9% | 11.1% | 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 | - | 5 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 57.57% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 8.43% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 18.86% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 3.29% | 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 | 29.39 | 27.23 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 34.31 | 29.93 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 5.9% | 13% | 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 | 10 | 50.14% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 7% | 8.71% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 24% | 21.43% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 15% | 6.86% | 4.23% |
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 4th Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 19th 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 | 3rd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 5th Nov 2024 - 18th 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 Bedford Academy
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
