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Bishop Barrington Academy - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)
Bishop Barrington Academy
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Bishop Barrington Academy
- Secondary
- Bishop Auckland DL14 6LA
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
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Academic Progress: High expectations for achievement leading to positive academic outcomes.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Positive conduct with reduced poor behaviour instances.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers have strong subject knowledge and effective strategies.
Current Educational Practices: Regular checks on knowledge and curriculum delivery strengthen quality.
Strengths and Challenges: Well-trained but need consistent use of assessments to address knowledge gaps.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents engage through comprehensive career events.
Communication: Information on children's progress via Parent View platform.
Parent Satisfaction: Detailed feedback collection through Ofsted surveys.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Effective governance scrutiny aiding school improvements.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Redesigned curriculum and targeted support for attendance.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Effective safeguarding arrangements in place.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Open culture prioritizing students' interests.
Extracurricular Offerings: Wide range of clubs accessible to all pupils.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Adjusted school day timings for accessibility.
Career Counselling Services: Effective careers education and significant progression.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Increased number going into education and training.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Strong support helping SEND pupils achieve well.
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About Us
Bishop Barrington Academy is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in County Durham, North East.
It has 625 students from age 11-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1.
At this school, 32% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
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 |
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B
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-16 | 11-16 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 15.9 | 15.1 | 14.4 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 32% | 48% | 32% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | 0.00% |
| 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 | -0.52 | 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 | 43.7 | 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% | 29.65% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 55% | 44% | 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 | 9% | 22.49% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 6% | 11.14% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 8% | 15.74% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.36 | 2.91 | 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 | 89% | 89.44% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 148 | 134 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 75% | 79.67% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 55% | 42.56% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 16% | 26.44% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 1% | 3.14% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 3% | 7.56% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 9% | 4.92% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 4.97% | 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 | -0.3 | 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 | 47.5 | 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 | 48% | 32.63% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 67% | 46.6% | 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 | 2% | 19.28% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 2% | 11.67% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 2% | 15.28% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.64 | 3.03 | 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 | 87% | 85.89% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 124 | 128 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 78% | 79.83% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 46% | 44.89% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 23% | 28.29% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 9% | 3.37% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 3.43% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 2.94% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 6% | 3% | 2.13% |
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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.
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.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
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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 | 24th Feb 2025 - 28th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 14th Apr 2025 - 25th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 21st Jul 2025 - 2nd Sep 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 23rd Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 1st Mar 2025 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 20th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
15 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Bishop Barrington Academy
Local authority ratio 19 : 1