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The Crest Academy
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- Brent NW2 7SN
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
| 16 to 19 study programmes | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Inadequate |
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Academic Progress: Current pupils make good progress across all key stages due to good teaching.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils鈥� behaviour around school is good; they are respectful to adults and work well together.
Academic Progress: Pupils appreciate broad curriculum and build on prior learning.
Behaviour and Attitudes: High expectations for behaviour; positive classroom conduct.
Qualifications and Training: Comprehensive programme of professional development for staff.
Current Educational Practices: Senior leaders tailor development programs to staff needs.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers are knowledgeable and proactive in learning.
Current Educational Practices: New feedback strategies connect previous ideas and new concepts.
Strengths and Challenges: Challenge in recruiting geography teachers, but teaching is improving rapidly.
Strengths and Challenges: Effective at using data to address gaps; some staff workload concerns.
Opportunities for Involvement: Around nine in every 10 parents are positive about their involvement in the life of the school.
Communication: Parents are kept well-informed and involved in school decisions.
Parent Satisfaction: School鈥檚 own surveys show high parental satisfaction.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents can contribute views through Ofsted Parent View.
Communication: Need improved communication between staff and pupils.
Parent Satisfaction: Three parents responded positively about the school.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders and staff are visible and accessible to students and parents.
Actions for Quality Improvement: The principal鈥檚 leadership has transformed the school; decisive action taken to tackle underperformance.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Curriculum updates and increased subject offerings in sixth form.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders should enhance communication and workload processes.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying is now rare; pupils have confidence in staff to deal with issues.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Strong safeguarding arrangements; regular training on local issues affecting pupils.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying rarely happens; pupils feel safe.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Effective safeguarding; regular staff training.
Extracurricular Offerings: Pupils value the range of extracurricular opportunities contributing to their development.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Supportive environment for balancing academic responsibilities with extracurricular engagements.
Extracurricular Offerings: Sporting activities available before/after school.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Trips enrich curriculum post-pandemic.
Outdoor Facilities: School garden utilized for educational purposes.
Career Counselling Services: Good-quality careers guidance helps pupils make informed choices about future education and employment.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Students benefit from a broad and flexible curriculum with raised expectations and good support.
Career Counselling Services: Reviewed personal development provision includes career guidance.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Increased sixth form subjects matching student aspirations.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Special educational needs are well supported and regularly reviewed for necessary impact.
Managing and Supporting SEND: SEND students access full curriculum; tailored support initiatives.
Subjects Offered: A wide range of subjects offered throughout each key stage, including academic and vocational qualifications.
Subjects Offered: Offers wide subject range up to English Baccalaureate.
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The Crest Academy is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Greater London, London.
It has 1330 students from age 11-19 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1.
At this school, 38% 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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At The Crest Academy, we think that the school should assume its proper position in the neighbourhood as a centre of excellence and top choice for students seeking an education. We are confident that The Crest Academy will change students' prospects for success in life by preparing them for college or the careers of their choosing and preparing them to become leaders who can make a difference in their communities. We are dedicated to offering the greatest education possible in a setting that fosters ambition and leadership because we believe that our children deserve nothing less.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
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| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-19 | 11-18 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 16.9 | - | 14.4 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 38% | 98% | 34% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 0.00% | 35.00% | 2.10% |
| 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 | 0.44 | 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 | 43.2 | 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 | 38% | 45.28% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 57% | 57.28% | 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 | 22% | 53.04% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 4% | 22.56% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 7% | 29.2% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.69 | 3.79 | 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% | 96.35% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 197 | 186 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 88% | 94.71% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 28% | 20.59% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 40% | 54.71% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 19% | 7.59% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 11.71% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 0.59% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 1.24% | 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 | 0.12 | 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 | 43.6 | 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 | 44% | 49.48% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 65% | 59.96% | 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 | 19% | 49.92% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 9% | 26.84% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 12% | 34.12% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.81 | 4.01 | 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 | 91% | 95.82% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 159 | 181 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 89% | 95.06% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 32% | 19.76% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 33% | 55.35% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 23% | 8.59% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 11.41% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 0.24% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 0.47% | 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 | 0.36 | 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 | 40.6 | 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 | 38% 12 | 45.64% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 59% 3 | 60.55% | 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 | 44% | 50.95% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 17% 1 | 23.32% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 23% 5 | 32.95% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.63 | 4.03 | 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 | 90% | 94.6% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 199 | 192 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 87% | 93.4% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 28% | 25.73% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 43% | 52.67% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 16% | 7.73% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 7.27% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 0.33% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 0.67% | 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 | 0.51 | 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 | 44.3 | 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% 10 | 42.86% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 62% 2 | 56.64% | 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 | 80% | 52.32% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 18% 2 | 24.91% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 28% 6 | 33.36% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.06 | 3.77 | 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 | 90% | 94% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 220 | 201 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 89% | 92.67% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 31% | 25.27% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 40% | 52.53% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 1.87% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 5.87% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 0.07% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 0.2% | 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 | 0.67 | 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 | 42.5 | 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 | 40% | 44.86% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 64% | 57.62% | 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% | 47.14% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 20% | 30.1% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 22% | 32.33% | 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 | 88% | 94% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 210 | 199 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 24.27% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 28% | 23.27% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 52% | 54.47% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 6% | 3.13% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 5.93% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 0.6% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 0.33% | 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 | 22.26 | 29.3 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 23.69 | 29.53 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.00% | 16.09% | 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 | 31 | 105 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 65% | 74.2% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 3% | 1.93% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 23% | 9.2% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 7.93% | 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 | 18.57 | 32.65 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | D | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 29.96 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 19.75% | 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 | 115 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 87% | 72.79% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 2% | 1.5% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 3% | 5.14% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 7.79% | 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 | 21.39 7 | 27.46 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | D | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 22.00 9 | 27.66 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 10.86% | 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 | 54 | 108 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 78% | 74.86% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 0% | 2.29% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 5% | 8.86% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 6.79% | 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 | 14.45 7 | 26.58 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | E+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 13.89 9 | 28.52 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | E+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 10.48% | 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 | 19 | 5 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 7 | 5.38% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 2.62% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 7% | 5.38% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 4% | 2.85% | 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 | 21.95 | 26.44 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 22.64 | 29.03 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 12.97% | 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 | 3 | 10.46% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 1.23% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 4% | 10.77% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 9% | 3.62% | 4.23% |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st Oct 2024 - 25th Oct 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 | 28th Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 20th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 26th Oct 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 - 27th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
16 : 1
Student teacher ratio at The Crest Academy
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
