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Discovery Academy
- Middle Deemed Secondary
- Nuneaton and Bedworth CV11 5SS
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Not Previously Inspected |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
| 16 to 19 study programmes | Good |
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Academic Progress: Pupils are making progress from their starting points
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils manage their behaviour well; incidents are reducing
Qualifications and Training: Staff have necessary skills and expertise
Current Educational Practices: Sharing strategies and monitoring enhances support
Strengths and Challenges: Strong subject knowledge and effective lesson planning
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents can engage with 'compassionate schools鈥� and 鈥榝amily footings鈥� teams
Communication: Frequent updates on pupil progress through meetings and feedback
Parent Satisfaction: Parents speak highly of the school's impact
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders provide strong support and interventions
Actions for Quality Improvement: Refinement of assessment systems and improvement planning needed
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying is dealt with quickly and effectively
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Pastoral support has a positive impact on pupils' engagement
Extracurricular Offerings: A range of additional activities for social skill development
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Effective support for pupils' academic and extracurricular balance
Preparation for Sixth Form: Students follow a range of accredited courses
Career Counselling Services: Impartial careers advice beginning in key stage 3
Managing and Supporting SEND: Support provided through 'compassionate schools' and 'family footings'
Subjects Offered: GCSE courses in English, maths, science, and various BTEC awards
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Discovery Academy is a top rated, Middle Deemed Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Warwickshire, West Midlands.
It has 97 students from age 9-19 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 5 : 1.
At this school, 0% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Primary Exam Result
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | - | 95 | 97 |
| Reading | - | 97 | 98 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | - | 55.98% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | - | 8.26% | 7.42% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | - | - |
| Writing | - | - |
| Maths | - | - |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 87 1 | 96 | 96 |
| Reading | 92 2 | 96 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 0% | 60.07% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 10.2% | 9.72% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -7.4 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -8.3 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -12.9 | Well Below Average |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 88 | 97 | 94 |
| Reading | 90 16 | 97 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 0% | 62.69% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 10.7% | 9.16% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | - | - |
| Writing | -2.6 | Below Average |
| Maths | - | - |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 88 | 98 | 93 |
| Reading | 106 | 99 | 93 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 0% | 58.59% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 9.28% | 8.19% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | - | - |
| Writing | -3.9 | Below Average |
| Maths | - | - |
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 | -1.67 | 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 | 8.3 | 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 | 0% | 32.25% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 11% | 44.56% | 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 | 0% | 23.08% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 12.28% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 16.25% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.71 | 2.95 | 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 | 75% | 92.58% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 16 | 137 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 69% | 86.51% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 38% | 29.09% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 38.37% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 5.16% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 31% | 13.91% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 2.67% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 6% | 3.44% | 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 | -2.3 | 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 | 11.6 | 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 | 0% | 36.51% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 5% | 48.56% | 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 | 0% | 24.78% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 15.76% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 19.83% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 1.13 | 3.16 | 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 | 71% | 93.93% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 17 | 141 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 71% | 89.9% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 35% | 32% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 40.88% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 6% | 4.75% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 29% | 12.3% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 2.03% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 1.88% | 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 | -2.78 | 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 | 11.7 | 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 | 0% | 36.41% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 22% | 51.27% | 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 | 0% | 30.69% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 16.61% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 22.43% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 1.17 | 3.38 | 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 | - | 93.6% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 1 | 127 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 87.09% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 27.83% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | - | 40.83% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 5.43% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | - | 12.94% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3.8% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.89% | 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 | - | 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 | - | 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 | - | 37.74% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 52.35% | 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 | - | 29.02% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 16.98% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 22.17% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 3.49 | 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 | - | 95.27% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 142 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 82.17% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 28.23% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | - | 46.1% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 4.67% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 2.87% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.93% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.63% | 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 | - | 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 | - | 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 | - | 40.02% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 54.02% | 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 | - | 30.37% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 21.9% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 23.51% | 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 | - | 96.19% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 144 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 79% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 34.96% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | - | 38.78% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 5.96% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 5.81% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 5.81% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.7% | 2.45% |
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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 | 14th Apr 2025 - 25th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 22nd 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 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 21st Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
5 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Discovery Academy
Local authority ratio 20 : 1