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Dixons Kings Academy
- 2.7 (3 reviews)
- Secondary
- Bradford BD7 2AN
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Outstanding
| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Requires Improvement |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Outstanding |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Outstanding |
| Outcomes for pupils | Outstanding |
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Academic Progress: Exceptional progress in Year 11; top 10% nationally.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are well mannered, motivated, and develop resilience.
Academic Progress: Pupils achieve remarkably well, surpassing national averages
Behaviour and Attitudes: Exemplary behaviour and maturity with full engagement in learning
Qualifications and Training: Training and development programs are highly effective.
Current Educational Practices: Teachers get the basics right and assess pupils exceptionally well.
Strengths and Challenges: Highly consistent teaching quality across almost all subjects.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers are subject experts presenting information clearly
Current Educational Practices: Meticulous curriculum planning supports effective learning
Strengths and Challenges: Consistent teaching approach; no significant challenges noted
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents can get involved through various school activities.
Communication: Leaders regularly ask for pupils鈥� views via surveys.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents participate in SEND support planning
Communication: Parents can provide feedback via Ofsted Parent View
Parent Satisfaction: High engagement and support from parents
Parent Satisfaction: Some parents expressed concerns, but the majority seem satisfied.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders address issues promptly and effectively.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Rapid and sustained improvements following a turbulent period.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Open safeguarding culture; staff approachable
Actions for Quality Improvement: Strategic curriculum additions and enrichment programs
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying is rare, and adults deal with it effectively.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Safeguarding is effective, with thorough training of staff.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Safe environment with staff known to pupils
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Proactive measures ensure low absenteeism
Extracurricular Offerings: Year 7 pupils attend at least one enrichment class or club.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Activities contribute to social and academic development.
Extracurricular Offerings: Enrichment activities during school day, e.g., archery
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Integrated within school hours, supporting balance
Outdoor Facilities: School sports day added; promotes physical activities
Career Counselling Services: High-quality independent career advice provided.
Preparation for Sixth Form: All pupils went on to post-16 education or training.
Career Counselling Services: Wide, varied program prepares students thoroughly
Preparation for Sixth Form: Strong foundation for educational next steps
Managing and Supporting SEND: Strong progress for pupils with special educational needs.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Highly effective support through personalized plans
Subjects Offered: Broad and balanced curriculum well suited to student needs.
Subjects Offered: Extends beyond national curriculum with diverse pathways
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Dixons Kings Academy is a top rated, Secondary, Co-Ed school located in West Yorkshire, Yorkshire and The Humber.
It has 839 students from age 11-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.
At this school, 59% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
This school rated Outstanding by recent Ofsted inspection.
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We pledge to go above and above to ensure that every Dixons Kings student realises their full potential. There are no quick cuts and no excuses because we have incredibly high standards. Our academy's objective is straightforward: to make sure that every student receives the care and support required to succeed and lead meaningful lives. We value diversity and have a laser-like focus on the highest levels of student performance. We follow our moral ideals and carry out the righteous deed. Never do we give up. We pay close attention to every detail in order to prevent mistakes and solve challenges. In whatever we do, professionalism is a given. We are kind and considerate.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Free Schools | Free Schools | Free Schools |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
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| Ofset report | Outstanding | Outstanding | Good |
| Age range | 11-16 | 11-18 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 18.6 | 8.3 | 17.6 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 59% | 0% | 55% |
| 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 | 0.48 | 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 | 52.3 | 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 | 59% | 32.72% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 74% | 48.39% | 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 | 84% | 31.93% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 44% | 9.7% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 56% | 14.93% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.89 | 3.14 | 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% | 91.55% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 169 | 178 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 92% | 86.39% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 21% | 32.32% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 44% | 32.77% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 26% | 11.19% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 10.26% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 2.29% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 2.87% | 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 | 0.71 | 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 | 57.5 | 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 | 71% | 33.49% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 81% | 48.04% | 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 | 83% | 29% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 49% | 11.45% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 63% | 16.51% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.35 | 3.03 | 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 | 94% | 88.06% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 172 | 170 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 93% | 84.26% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 16% | 30.45% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 42% | 34.45% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 34% | 12.84% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 6.45% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 1.77% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 2.06% | 2.13% |
Exam Result Not Published
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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 | 1.07 | 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 | 56 | 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 | 66% 5 | 28.54% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 78% 6 | 42.88% | 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 | 88% | 28.34% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 43% 3 | 9.12% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 64% 4 | 13.9% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.2 | 2.88 | 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% | 92.62% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 160 | 165 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 88% | 87.67% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 25% | 29.52% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 62% | 46.81% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 1% | 1.19% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 9.95% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 2.67% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 2.29% | 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 | 1.04 | 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 | 57.6 | 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 | 61% 3 | 27.62% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 84% 3 | 42.77% | 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 | 89% | 27.18% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 46% 2 | 9.64% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 68% 12 | 14.82% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.32 | 2.9 | 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% | 88.18% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 164 | 161 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 94% | 83.59% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 20% | 25.12% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 71% | 50.76% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.35% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 6.12% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.24% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.24% | 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 | 0.88 | 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 | 53.6 | 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 | 58% | 24.44% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 81% | 38.92% | 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 | 78% | 25.5% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 48% | 11.92% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 56% | 14.06% | 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 | - | 94.53% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 166 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 66.87% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 24.6% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | - | 53% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.2% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 13.27% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3.73% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.93% | 2.45% |
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Students Teachers
18 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Dixons Kings Academy
Local authority ratio 20 : 1
