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Goldington Academy
- Secondary
- Bedford MK41 9BX
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
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Academic Progress: Pupils have many subjects to choose from, everyone gets a chance to shine
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils learn the importance of treating others with respect which helps shape their positive conduct
Qualifications and Training: Leaders have recruited expert teachers to deliver curriculum
Current Educational Practices: Leaders focus on training to make teaching in each subject even stronger
Strengths and Challenges: Not all teachers systematically check how much pupils have remembered from previous lessons
Opportunities for Involvement: Pupils鈥� parents are aware of the opportunities to express their opinions
Communication: Leaders communicate well with all members of the school community
Parent Satisfaction: Parents know that their children feel safe and happy
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders listen carefully to what staff tell them about workloads
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders put relevant training in place where they need to sharpen practice further
Managing Bullying and Safety: If they encounter poor behaviour such as bullying, they are confident it will be dealt with effectively
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Safeguarding concerns are followed up swiftly, providing the support pupils and families need
Extracurricular Offerings: Pupils have wonderful opportunities to contribute to their school through high-quality clubs and societies
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Pupils are well prepared for their next steps and push themselves to take advantage of every learning opportunity
Outdoor Facilities: Leaders have improved facilities, including a new library
Career Counselling Services: All pupils receive effective careers advice and learn about the world of work
Preparation for Sixth Form: Each Year 11 pupil has moved successfully to the next stage of their education or employment
Managing and Supporting SEND: The school supports pupils with SEND effectively, helping them thrive studying the same curriculum as their peers
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About Us
Goldington Academy is a top rated, Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Bedfordshire, East of England.
It has 929 students from age 11-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 20 : 1.
At this school, 69% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
B-
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B-
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C+
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Requires Improvement |
| Age range | 11-16 | 11-16 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 20 | 15.1 | 16 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 69% | 48% | 39% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | 10.80% |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
Primary Exam Result
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.
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 | 106 3 | 88 | 96 |
| Reading | 107 4 | 88 | 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 | 72% 14 | 48.82% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 19% 13 | 4.75% | 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 | -0.3 | Average |
| Writing | -1.5 | Below Average |
| Maths | -1.4 | 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 | 103 1 | 46 | 94 |
| Reading | 103 1 | 46 | 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 | 58% 1 | 23.15% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 6% 4 | 2.41% | 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 | -2.6 | Below Average |
| Writing | -2.7 | Below Average |
| Maths | -2.3 | 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 | 102 | 59 | 93 |
| Reading | 104 | 58 | 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 | 59% | 29.33% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 10% | 2.83% | 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 | -1.9 | Below Average |
| Writing | -1.4 | Below Average |
| Maths | -3.4 | Below Average |
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 | 0.88 | 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 | 54.3 | 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 | 69% | 26% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 84% | 40.38% | 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 | 61% | 21.29% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 32% | 8.24% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 42% | 12.48% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.00 | 2.56 | 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 | 96% | 87.29% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 141 | 133 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 82.36% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 69% | 41.14% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 19% | 32.07% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.14% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 3% | 9.07% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 1.64% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 3.36% | 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 | 0.74 | 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 | 54.8 | 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 | 61% | 27.33% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 83% | 42.76% | 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 | 58% | 19.57% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 35% | 9.1% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 45% | 12.38% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.06 | 2.68 | 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% | 88.29% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 138 | 132 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 86.07% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 54% | 39.93% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 34% | 35.36% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.21% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 3% | 10.71% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 0.79% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 1.29% | 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 | - | 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 | - | 15.29% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 27.67% | 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 | - | 13% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 5.24% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 7.67% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 2.01 | 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 | - | 85.25% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 151 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 80.42% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 34.92% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | - | 29.08% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.08% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | - | 16% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.42% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.5% | 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 | - | 16.9% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 26.9% | 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 | - | 14.95% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 5.1% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 8.3% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 1.95 | 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 | - | 84.6% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 171 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 71.4% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 36.2% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | - | 31.8% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 10.3% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.1% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.4% | 2.05% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 4th Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 19th 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 | 3rd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 5th Nov 2024 - 18th 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
20 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Goldington Academy
Local authority ratio 19 : 1