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Ditton Park Academy
- Secondary
- Slough SL3 7UX
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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 |
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Academic Progress: Pupils make good progress across most subjects.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well and have excellent relationships with staff and peers.
Qualifications and Training: Staff have regular opportunities to extend their teaching skills.
Current Educational Practices: Leaders ensure staff remain outward-looking to improve practices.
Strengths and Challenges: Some staff feel overstretched due to multiple roles.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents can engage in the school community through various events.
Communication: School communicates effectively with parents about child鈥檚 progress.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents agree that the school keeps children safe and informed.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Principal and leaders handle challenges effectively.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders focus on improving teaching and standards.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Pupils feel safe and bullying is rare. Robust safeguarding measures are in place.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Strong emphasis on personal development and welfare.
Extracurricular Offerings: Wide range of extracurricular activities available.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Activities support broadening of pupils鈥� experiences.
Outdoor Facilities: Temporary accommodation limits some practical subjects.
Career Counselling Services: Effective careers provision through academic mentoring and PSHE lessons.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Pupils are being prepared for life beyond school.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Disadvantaged and SEND pupils make strong progress.
Subjects Offered: Good range of choices, especially from Year 9 onwards.
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Ditton Park Academy is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Berkshire, South East.
It has 1126 students from age 11-19 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.
At this school, 46% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
96.30% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Our goal for Ditton Park Academy is for it to be a cutting-edge, exceptional school that motivates learning. It produces self-assured youth who flourish in their personal, social, and personal and social development, doing more than they thought possible. Our entire student body is a "active citizen." The confidence to engage in decision-making, offering assistance and/or creative input in the three areas of family well-being, public service, and economic sufficiency will be instilled in all pupils. By doing this, we cultivate students who are responsible and self-assured and who give back to the Slough community. The culture and curriculum of the academy are based on the belief that lifelong learning is essential to not just success in adult life but will also be required in order to actively engage in the world of work in the future. The school offers excellent teaching and learning possibilities that guarantee the students' success and achievement, allowing them to proceed with confidence into the workforce, additional training, or higher education. We offer a welcoming learning atmosphere where every learner is able to succeed. The interests and abilities of each student are taken into account while designing learning routes. The curriculum is differentiated in a way that maximises each student's attainment and achievement when it is planned using a personalised approach. We acknowledge the requirement for all students to possess the abilities to utilise and adjust to rapidly evolving global technologies that will be pertinent to their future work. In order to emphasise the significance we place on helping our students and faculty understand and engage in effective thinking and learning that will support both their success in learning and teaching and their capacity to adapt to shifting educational or workplace requirements, we aim to become a "International Thinking School."
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Free Schools | Free Schools | Free Schools |
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| Ofset report | Good | Outstanding | Outstanding |
| Age range | 11-19 | 11-18 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Girls |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 18.1 | 8.3 | 17.2 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 46% | 0% | 73% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 5.30% | - | - |
| 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 | -0.05 | 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 | 46% | 54.37% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 72% | 69.11% | 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 | 87% | 44.53% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 15% | 24.47% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 30% | 31% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.38 | 4.34 | 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% | 95.67% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 170 | 140 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 92.87% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 30% | 20.2% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 61% | 63.6% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 1% | 2% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 7.4% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 0.67% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 1.8% | 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 | 0.2 | 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 | 51.5 | 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 | 50% | 58.89% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 74% | 70.44% | 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 | 92% | 44.11% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 32% | 28.11% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 49% | 34.72% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.88 | 4.53 | 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 | 90% | 94.67% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 156 | 130 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 88% | 92.93% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 29% | 22.13% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 59% | 63.2% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 1.47% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 6.27% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 0.53% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 1.2% | 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 | 0.17 | 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 | 45.4 | 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 | 37% | 49.59% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 65% | 62.29% | 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 | 78% | 43.59% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 17% | 23.47% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 28% | 30% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.17 | 4.1 | 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 | - | 96.45% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 147 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 93.73% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 22.27% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | - | 68% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 2.45% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | - | 1% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 1.55% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.09% | 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 | - | 49% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 61.67% | 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 | - | 35.67% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 21.47% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 26.47% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 3.95 | 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 | - | 96.36% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 146 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 75.55% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 22.45% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | - | 67.55% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 1% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 0% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 1% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 0.91% | 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 | - | 49.08% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 59.46% | 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 | - | 30.46% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 23.46% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 23.85% | 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 | - | 97.11% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 150 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 40.89% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 20.22% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | - | 70.56% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 1.22% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 0.33% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 1.67% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.44% | 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 | 25.02 | 29.78 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 26.49 | 30.67 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 5.30% | 12.37% | 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 | 86 | 164 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 78% | 68.54% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 0% | 4.85% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 14% | 14.15% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 6.08% | 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 | 30.6 | 34.08 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 31.86 | 34.9 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 8.6% | 17.98% | 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 | - | 209 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | - | 71.25% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 3.08% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | - | 9.5% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 10.17% | 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.
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 | - | 24.73 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | - | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 27.86 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 9.77% | 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 | - | 1 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 21.5% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 4.6% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | - | 14.4% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 5% | 4.23% |
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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 | 24th Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 3rd 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 - 23rd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
18 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Ditton Park Academy
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
