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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 | Inadequate |
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Academic Progress: Pupils learn as well as they should
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils' behaviour in most lessons has improved significantly
Qualifications and Training: Teachers are subject specialists
Current Educational Practices: High-quality training to support staff to improve their practice
Strengths and Challenges: Not all teachers apply the behaviour policy consistently
Opportunities for Involvement: Low uptake of extracurricular activities
Communication: Communication with parents is sometimes not effective
Parent Satisfaction: Mixed views about how well leaders communicate the school鈥檚 vision
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders have created right conditions for learning
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: New systems in place to enable pupils to report concerns
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying is no longer a major concern
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Not all pupils feel confident to report concerns
Extracurricular Offerings: Variety of extracurricular activities, but low uptake
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Staff provide support but uptake is low
Career Counselling Services: Careers education is of high quality
Preparation for Sixth Form: Students value support to prepare for next steps
Managing and Supporting SEND: Most pupils with SEND access same curriculum as other pupils
Subjects Offered: Well-sequenced curriculum for all subjects including sixth form
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The Brunts Academy is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Nottinghamshire, East Midlands.
It has 1464 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 17 : 1.
At this school, 33% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
97.40% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Requires Improvement by recent Ofsted inspection.
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To encourage open-mindedness and the development of the skills necessary for everyone to thrive and enjoy life by giving them the chance to believe in their own abilities. In order for our students to achieve in the twenty-first century, we will help them acquire the intellectual habits, fundamental core values, and character traits necessary for success. Every person's talent and interests are fostered and developed. Our basic principles of ambition, integrity, inclusivity, endeavour, and resilience have helped us create a culture that is both scholarly and resilient. We offer a curriculum that enables individuals to advance their knowledge and abilities while earning a variety of credentials. Due to the excellent possibilities and experiences we offer, we want everyone to be pleased to be a part of The Brunts Academy and The Evolve Trust.
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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 | Requires Improvement | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-16 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 17.5 | 15.1 | 20.1 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 33% | 48% | 15% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 9.10% | - | - |
| 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 | -0.51 | 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 | 39.8 | 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 | 33% | 30.47% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 53% | 45.87% | 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 | 43% | 26.71% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 8% | 10.76% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 18% | 15.53% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.48 | 2.88 | 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 | 93% | 90.88% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 271 | 156 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 85% | 82.72% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 53% | 34.62% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 27% | 31.82% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 3% | 4.3% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 11.82% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 4.24% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 3.92% | 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 | 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 | 41% | 34.29% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 62% | 48.84% | 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 | 47% | 23.77% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 23% | 12.61% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 32% | 17.05% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.9 | 3.01 | 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 | 95% | 94.64% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 257 | 155 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 89% | 88.9% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 53% | 36.64% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 28% | 33.76% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 5% | 4.28% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 14.16% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 2.96% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 2.8% | 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 | 0.12 | 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 | 46.4 | 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 | 46% 3 | 32.2% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 68% 4 | 49.35% | 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 | 59% | 27.02% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 20% 2 | 11.44% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 29% 3 | 16.41% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.06 | 3.09 | 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 | 96% | 92.65% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 235 | 138 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 86% | 84.39% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 48% | 36.98% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 36% | 31.65% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 1% | 3.02% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 12.74% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 4.43% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 3.91% | 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 | -0.01 | 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 | 46.8 | 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 | 43% 7 | 32.27% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 72% | 48.29% | 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 | 53% | 26% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 18% | 10.88% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 32% 13 | 16.65% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.1 | 3 | 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 | 95% | 90% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 259 | 150 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 86% | 79.09% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 49% | 32.56% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 34% | 34.42% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 2% | 1.23% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 10.3% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 5.07% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 3.02% | 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 | 0.07 | 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 | 46.3 | 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 | 50% | 31.78% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 72% | 46.96% | 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 | 38% | 27.2% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 18% | 15.12% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 19% | 16.8% | 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 | 93% | 84.44% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 258 | 154 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 72.14% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 50% | 36.23% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 38% | 33.65% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 1.53% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 6.21% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 7.51% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 3.77% | 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 | 31.19 | 30.6 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 30.42 | 30.66 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 9.10% | 10% | 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 | 55 | 100 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 60% | 60.33% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 9% | 5.79% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 22% | 20.69% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 4% | 7.72% | 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 | 34.42 | 35.09 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.5 | 35.36 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 15.4% | 15.36% | 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 | 63 | 117 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 76% | 63.18% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 5.56% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 11% | 17.87% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 2% | 8.62% | 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 | 31.03 | 28.23 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 30.77 | 29.77 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 14.3% | 9.39% | 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 | 110 | 112 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 60% | 55.89% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 10% | 10.62% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 20% | 21.54% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 8% | 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 | 31.46 | 28.32 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 30.08 2 | 28.33 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 7.3% | 10.47% | 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 | 11 | 0 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 13 | 13.43% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 9% | 6.11% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 14% | 12.54% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 2.97% | 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 | 31.2 | 25.05 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.29 | 27.1 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 17.2% | 8.7% | 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 | 11 | 1 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 14 | 18.66% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 9% | 8.06% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 16% | 20.86% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 2.63% | 4.23% |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st 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 | 30th Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 20th 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 - 29th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
17 : 1
Student teacher ratio at The Brunts Academy
Local authority ratio 20 : 1
