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Droylsden Academy - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)
Droylsden Academy
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Droylsden Academy
- Secondary
- Tameside M43 6QD
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| 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 a range of subjects including English, mathematics, humanities and modern foreign languages
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well and are proud of their school; bullying is rare
Qualifications and Training: Teachers have excellent subject knowledge and plan carefully
Current Educational Practices: Senior leaders have successfully improved teaching, outcomes, and behaviour since the previous inspection
Strengths and Challenges: The most able pupils are challenged well, but teaching in science needs to be consistently better
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents appreciate the headteacher's presence and can meet with staff and governors
Communication: Regular updates and opportunities for parents to express their views
Parent Satisfaction: Parents feel that Droylsden Academy goes above and beyond for their children
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders enlist external agency support for vulnerable pupils and deal effectively with concerns
Actions for Quality Improvement: Performance management and strategic vision have led to rapid improvements
Managing Bullying and Safety: Simple systems to manage behaviour and bullying are effective
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Safeguarding is effective, with robust procedures and multi-agency collaboration
Extracurricular Offerings: Pupils engage in football, chess, volleyball, and visits to the theatre and art galleries
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Pupils happily combine academic work with extracurricular activities
Career Counselling Services: Improved careers library and prioritization for disadvantaged students
Managing and Supporting SEND: Improvements noted, but not all teachers use SENCO strategies effectively
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Droylsden Academy is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Greater Manchester, North West.
It has 938 students from age 11-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1.
At this school, 53% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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I am thrilled that Droylsden Academy has received a positive rating from Ofsted in every category. I am immensely proud to be the principal of a school that is home to so many amazing young people.
Our staff at Droylsden Academy is inspired by the idea that every kid deserves to attend a top-notch institution of learning.
In order to help all of our students succeed academically, Droylsden Academy offers a top-notch education in a welcoming, pleasant, and caring setting.
Our Executive Headteacher, Mr. Drew Duncan, works at both Droylsden Academy and Mossley Hollins High School and is a National Leader of Education (rated twice Ofsted Outstanding).
Droylsden Academy intends to significantly contribute to the growth of educational excellence in Tameside by working with the local community and a strong partnership of area primary schools to enhance aspirations, expectations, and achievement for all students.
We sincerely hope that the outstanding learning environment at Droylsden Academy will inspire you.
Our institution is a solid one that strives for quality and is gaining recognition.
In order to share in your success, we look forward to working with you and your kid over the coming years and beyond.
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Our staff at Droylsden Academy is inspired by the idea that every kid deserves to attend a top-notch institution of learning.
In order to help all of our students succeed academically, Droylsden Academy offers a top-notch education in a welcoming, pleasant, and caring setting.
Our Executive Headteacher, Mr. Drew Duncan, works at both Droylsden Academy and Mossley Hollins High School and is a National Leader of Education (rated twice Ofsted Outstanding).
Droylsden Academy intends to significantly contribute to the growth of educational excellence in Tameside by working with the local community and a strong partnership of area primary schools to enhance aspirations, expectations, and achievement for all students.
We sincerely hope that the outstanding learning environment at Droylsden Academy will inspire you.
Our institution is a solid one that strives for quality and is gaining recognition.
In order to share in your success, we look forward to working with you and your kid over the coming years and beyond.
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-16 | 11-18 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Boys |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 15.9 | - | 16.8 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 53% | 98% | 45% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | 35.00% | - |
| 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 | 0.37 | 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 | 48.4 | 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 | 53% | 32.29% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 68% | 49.14% | 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 | 44% | 30.52% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 22% | 10.48% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 31% | 15.76% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.40 | 2.99 | 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 | 91% | 93% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 181 | 170 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 82% | 83.83% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 36% | 34.75% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 5% | 1.42% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 41% | 47% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 0.75% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 3.92% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 6% | 5.33% | 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 | 49.3 | 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 | 49% | 33.19% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 71% | 48.24% | 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 | 35% | 24.86% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 22% | 12.43% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 31% | 17.14% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.38 | 2.92 | 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% | 93.33% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 184 | 170 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 82% | 86.92% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 50% | 37.67% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 12% | 2% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 20% | 46.33% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 0.67% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 2.92% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 3.5% | 2.13% |
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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 | 0.3 | 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 | 47.2 | 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 | 41% 11 | 31% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 70% 16 | 49.47% | 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 | 20% | 21.71% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 9% 1 | 9.76% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 13% 7 | 15.24% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.97 | 2.91 | 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% | 93.08% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 178 | 163 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 76% | 84.92% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 45% | 32.92% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 3% | 3.42% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 27% | 48.33% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 0.42% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 8% | 4.92% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 6% | 3.17% | 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 | -0.31 | 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 | 40.9 | 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 | 30% 5 | 34.67% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 54% 1 | 52.4% | 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 | 46% | 25.07% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 8% 11 | 10.13% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 20% | 16.27% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.58 | 3.12 | 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% | 92% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 178 | 169 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 78% | 83.92% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 53% | 36.17% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 7% | 4.67% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 18% | 42% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 0% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 8% | 3.92% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 2.67% | 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 | -0.47 | 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 | 40.7 | 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 | 35% | 36.33% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 55% | 57.13% | 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 | 31% | 25.33% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 19% | 16.2% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 20% | 18.67% | 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 | 88% | 93% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 187 | 172 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 85% | 88.08% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 45% | 36.25% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 6% | 0.67% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 34% | 46.58% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 0% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 8.25% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 5.08% | 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 | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 23rd Jul 2025 - 2nd Sep 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
15 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Droylsden Academy
Local authority ratio 20 : 1
