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David Nieper Academy
- Secondary
- Alfreton DE55 7JA
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Requires Improvement |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
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Academic Progress: Pupils study an ambitious curriculum and benefit from strong careers education.
Behaviour and Attitudes: High expectations of conduct; calm and orderly classrooms and corridors.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers have secure subject knowledge and adapt teaching accordingly.
Current Educational Practices: Regular staff training focuses on improving teaching and support.
Strengths and Challenges: Some subjects鈥� curriculum delivery needs improvement.
Communication: Effective communication about attendance and behaviour.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents鈥� views considered through surveys and discussions.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents can give feedback via Ofsted Parent View.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders focus on creating conditions for effective learning and handle concerns attentively.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders have clear plans to develop subjects where necessary.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Effective safeguarding culture and regular training for staff.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Leaders provide strong links with external agencies for pupil support.
Extracurricular Offerings: Over fifty clubs including archaeology and sports.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Pupils learn 'employability attributes' and can choose from various activities.
Career Counselling Services: Strong careers education with enterprise lessons.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Good support for students choosing their next steps.
Managing and Supporting SEND: High-quality support from well-trained teaching assistants.
Subjects Offered: Pupils study a broad range of subjects at key stage 3 and 4.
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David Nieper Academy is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Derbyshire, East Midlands.
It has 775 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1.
At this school, 22% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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The David Nieper Academy accepts applications from kids between the ages of 11 and 18. While we are an inclusive and non-selective school, we do expect all of our students to set high goals, work hard, and take pride in their accomplishments. Our entire structure was constructed with usability in mind, and we moved into the new facilities in February 2017. There are dedicated areas for each of our faculties Maths, English and Languages, Humanities, Technology, Science, Creative to help students gain the most from their studies. Using its performance stage, the centre hall will host Academy gatherings and events as well as plays, concerts, and other productions. We believe that a rounded education includes co-curricular activities, so students can enjoy drama and dance in our dedicated studies as well as sporting activities for which new pitches have been prepared. Sports like football, hockey, cricket, and netball are among them. If, as a parent/carer of a student attending this academy, you require a paper copy of the information on this website, we shall provide this free of charge. Please submit your request at [email protected] or at the front desk.
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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 | 11-18 | 11-16 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 15.7 | 15.1 | 16.1 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 22% | 48% | 43% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | 6.50% |
| 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 | -0.34 | 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 | 37.6 | 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 | 22% | 28.94% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 44% | 43.48% | 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 | 7% | 19.88% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 2% | 8.69% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 3% | 12.8% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.01 | 2.67 | 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 | 84% | 89.54% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 79 | 140 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 72% | 80.63% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 29% | 36.22% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 37% | 27.54% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 6% | 6.26% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 10.74% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 9% | 4.89% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 4.07% | 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 | -0.21 | 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 | 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% | 31.72% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 59% | 44.28% | 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 | 14% | 18.74% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 8% | 10.52% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 9% | 13.98% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.55 | 2.76 | 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% | 85.82% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 78 | 131 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 78% | 79.75% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 47% | 36.82% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 26% | 26.93% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 4% | 7.61% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 8.39% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 3.09% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 14% | 3% | 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 | -0.76 | 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 | 39.1 | 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 | 23% 9 | 29.63% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 49% 11 | 44.55% | 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 | 13% | 22.25% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 3% | 10.79% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 8% | 15.23% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.2 | 2.77 | 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 | 92% | 83.69% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 74 | 126 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 72% | 73.69% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 55% | 34.63% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 14% | 27.29% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 1% | 8.91% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 2.83% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 12% | 6.43% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 8% | 3.63% | 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 | -0.8 | 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 | 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 | 14% 17 | 28.71% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 38% 20 | 42.79% | 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 | 1% | 20.5% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 8.58% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 12.65% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 2.76 | 2.66 | 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 | - | 90.43% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 151 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 77.43% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 39.25% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | - | 31.21% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 6.11% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 1.21% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 5.57% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3.21% | 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 | -0.48 | 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 | 31% | 29.51% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 58% | 44.71% | 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 | 8% | 21.17% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 3% | 13.56% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 3% | 14.71% | 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 | - | 87.79% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 160 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 76% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 42.83% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | - | 33.13% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 4.63% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 0.21% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 8.96% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3.79% | 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 | 24 | 29.75 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 29.9 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 11.9% | 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 | 9 | 131 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 33% | 57.68% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 0% | 8.5% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 63% | 24.05% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 0% | 6.68% | 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 | - | 33.03 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | - | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 31.29 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 15.29% | 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 | 25 | 156 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 48% | 58.23% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 7.45% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 26% | 18.77% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 16% | 7.91% | 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 | - | 29.98 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | - | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 29.45 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 10.62% | 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 | - | 226 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | - | 57.69% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 13.5% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | - | 18.75% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 6.44% | 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 | - | 29.21 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | - | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 29.52 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 13.1% | 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 | - | 1 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 29.33% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 7.4% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 16.07% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 3.33% | 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 | - | 28.52 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | - | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 30.8 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 13.19% | 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 | - | 33.14% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 10.29% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | - | 19.57% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 3.93% | 4.23% |
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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 | 25th Jul 2025 - 3rd 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 - 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 - 24th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
15 : 1
Student teacher ratio at David Nieper Academy
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
