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The Fermain Academy
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The Fermain Academy
- Secondary
- Macclesfield SK11 8JF
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Outstanding
| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Not Previously Inspected |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Outstanding |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Outstanding |
| Outcomes for pupils | Outstanding |
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Academic Progress: Excellent academic progress made by students.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils' behaviour is impeccable; they demonstrate self-regulation and support each other.
Academic Progress: Pupils gain qualifications and skills needed to move on in life.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils build warm relationships, improve behavior and enjoy school.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers receive extensive training and some are non-qualified teachers turned highly effective through internal programs.
Current Educational Practices: Teaching, learning, and assessment are meticulously monitored and continuously improved.
Strengths and Challenges: High expectations and adept use of resources; teachers could challenge pupils even more.
Current Educational Practices: Regular training supports staff in fulfilling their roles well.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents appreciate open-door policy and the school鈥檚 transformative impact on their children鈥檚 lives.
Communication: Non-judgemental approach and consistent communication about progress and school events.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents describe the school as a 'miracle' and are very satisfied.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents hold the school in the highest regard; impact described as transformational.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Strong relationships with parents and dealing with concerns effectively.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders push for high expectations and continuous improvement in teaching.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Trust leaders work closely to maintain positive school experiences.
Managing Bullying and Safety: High levels of trust and mutual respect; no bullying reported.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Strong safeguarding culture with a focus on mental and emotional health.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: School ensures pupil safety and emotional regulation effectively.
Extracurricular Offerings: Diverse activities including horse riding, recording music, art gallery visits, and outdoor pursuits.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Structured to fit seamlessly into established routines.
Outdoor Facilities: Trips and activities provide further enrichment and support personal development.
Extracurricular Offerings: Pupils benefit from adventurous activities that build confidence.
Career Counselling Services: Organized careers fairs, work experience placements, and independent career advisers.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Effective preparation for post-16 destinations with considerable success in placements.
Career Counselling Services: Comprehensive career programme aids informed future decisions.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Recognition of undiagnosed SEN; leaders work towards better partnerships for timely assessments.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Effective assessment of additional needs helps identify support strategies.
Subjects Offered: Exceptionally broad and balanced curriculum with daily history and opportunities for triple science and computer science.
Subjects Offered: Pupils study a broad range of academic subjects.
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About Us
The Fermain Academy is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Cheshire, North West.
It has 17 students from age 13-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 8 : 1.
This school rated Outstanding by recent Ofsted inspection.
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The Fermain Academy undertook a 1.6 million development project to extend and renovate the entire building before opening as a brand-new Alternative Provision free school in September 2015. The academy provides a safe place to learn for people who, for whatever reason, have lost interest in traditional schooling. It has the capacity to accommodate up to 60 students between the ages of 13 and 16 at any given time. No matter how much time a student spends at The Fermain Academy, they are assured a disciplined and fulfilling educational experience as well as an amazing, committed team that can offer emotional support in a welcoming setting. The aforementioned fundamental values guide everything we do at The Fermain Academy.
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| Ofset report | Outstanding | Outstanding | Good |
| Age range | 13-16 | 11-18 | 11-19 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Boys |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 8.6 | 8.3 | 15.2 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | 0% | 49% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | 11.00% |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
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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 - 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
8 : 1
Student teacher ratio at The Fermain Academy
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
