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De Lacy Academy
- Secondary
- Wakefield WF11 0BZ
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Outstanding
| The quality of education | Outstanding |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
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Academic Progress: Pupils develop rich and wide-ranging knowledge and skills.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave exceptionally well and are confident and inquisitive.
Qualifications and Training: Training and professional development are of a very high quality.
Current Educational Practices: Teachers effectively teach new material and support pupils鈥� understanding.
Strengths and Challenges: Staff feel trusted and supported; workload concerns are addressed quickly.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents can give opinions on Ofsted Parent View.
Communication: Leaders ensure regular communication about child鈥檚 progress.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents are positive about the school.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders act quickly on staff concerns and changes are made.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Senior leaders continuously improve the school with MAT support.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Safeguarding culture is robust; bullying is rare and managed effectively.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Staff take swift action on any concerns.
Extracurricular Offerings: Wide range of opportunities with high participation.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Staff support students in balancing responsibilities.
Career Counselling Services: Regular and high-quality advice and guidance are provided.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Pupils are well-informed about their options for the future.
Managing and Supporting SEND: All pupils, including those with SEND, are supported to keep up with the curriculum.
Subjects Offered: Curriculum includes a broad range of subjects with redesigned elements like modern foreign languages.
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De Lacy Academy is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in West Yorkshire, Yorkshire and The Humber.
It has 885 students from age 11-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 19 : 1.
At this school, 32% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
This school rated Outstanding by recent Ofsted inspection.
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De Lacy Academy is known for being a caring institution that puts the individual at the centre of everything it does.
Our academy has lofty goals and is constantly working to enhance the present while also celebrating student success, rigorous academic standards, and individual and collective accomplishments.
We firmly think that your child can succeed and be inspired at our institution.
We collaborate closely with the neighbourhood primary schools and regularly host community members in our academy.
We take great pleasure in our strong, honest, and supportive connections with parents and carers and demand that they completely support their children's development; we are an academy that values giving back to the community we serve.
Being a part of the Delta Academies Trust, a collection of schools with varying age ranges and contexts, has many advantages for De Lacy Academy. By allowing our group of schools to share best practises, knowledge, and resources, we are ultimately able to offer our students more extracurricular and academic opportunities as well as a wider range of learning opportunities.
The dedication to give our students a first-rate education stands at the core of all we do. By working cooperatively as a staff and with our external partners, we can make sure that every student has the chance to succeed and realise their potential.
At De Lacy Academy, there is a genuine sense of pride and ambition, together with enthusiasm and enjoyment.
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Our academy has lofty goals and is constantly working to enhance the present while also celebrating student success, rigorous academic standards, and individual and collective accomplishments.
We firmly think that your child can succeed and be inspired at our institution.
We collaborate closely with the neighbourhood primary schools and regularly host community members in our academy.
We take great pleasure in our strong, honest, and supportive connections with parents and carers and demand that they completely support their children's development; we are an academy that values giving back to the community we serve.
Being a part of the Delta Academies Trust, a collection of schools with varying age ranges and contexts, has many advantages for De Lacy Academy. By allowing our group of schools to share best practises, knowledge, and resources, we are ultimately able to offer our students more extracurricular and academic opportunities as well as a wider range of learning opportunities.
The dedication to give our students a first-rate education stands at the core of all we do. By working cooperatively as a staff and with our external partners, we can make sure that every student has the chance to succeed and realise their potential.
At De Lacy Academy, there is a genuine sense of pride and ambition, together with enthusiasm and enjoyment.
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| Ofset report | Outstanding | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-16 | 11-16 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 19.8 | 15.1 | 18.6 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 32% | 48% | 46% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| 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 | -0.09 | 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 | 32% | 28.48% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 63% | 41.19% | 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 | 42% | 23.55% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 9% | 10.06% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 19% | 14.52% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.66 | 2.84 | 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 | 94% | 90.71% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 123 | 176 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 77% | 82.1% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 45% | 36.1% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 3% | 9.57% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 29% | 27.19% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 9.14% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 3.71% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 10% | 5.05% | 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 | 0.27 | 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 | 48.7 | 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 | 49% | 34.13% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 62% | 46.7% | 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 | 29% | 21.6% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 22% | 12.57% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 26% | 16.4% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.13 | 3.18 | 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 | 88% | 91.05% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 100 | 176 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 78% | 85% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 47% | 38.29% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 1% | 11.43% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 30% | 26% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 9.29% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 2.95% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 6% | 3.19% | 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 | 0.28 | 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 | 50.5 | 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 | 36% 2 | 31.55% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 72% 7 | 46.97% | 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 | 21% | 22.14% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 8% 2 | 10.69% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 14% 7 | 15% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.07 | 3.07 | 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 | 87% | 90.39% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 104 | 163 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 73% | 82.78% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 72% | 58.17% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 11.17% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 3.67% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 9.67% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 4.06% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 7% | 3.39% | 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 | 0.54 | 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 | 48.5 | 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 | 38% 11 | 25.62% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 65% 14 | 37.83% | 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 | 29% | 19.76% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 10% 3 | 8.97% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 21% 7 | 12.24% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.96 | 2.6 | 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 | 88% | 88.11% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 80 | 171 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 70% | 74.67% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 43% | 31.39% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 12.28% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 28% | 24.83% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 5.78% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 9% | 4.67% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 9% | 2.44% | 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 | 0.25 | 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 | 44.9 | 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 | 27% | 29.12% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 51% | 41.88% | 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 | 21% | 25.73% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 13% | 14.58% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 14% | 16.31% | 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 | 89% | 84.44% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 101 | 176 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 85% | 59.67% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 26% | 37.67% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | - | 12.72% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 48% | 23.72% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 0.11% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 11% | 6.28% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 2.11% | 2.45% |
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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 | 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 | 2nd 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 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
19 : 1
Student teacher ratio at De Lacy Academy
Local authority ratio 21 : 1