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John Whitgift Academy
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John Whitgift Academy
- Secondary
- North East Lincolnshire DN37 9EH
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Requires Improvement |
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Academic Progress: Pupils achieve well across a broad range of subjects
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well in lessons and are engaged in their learning
Strengths and Challenges: Teachers deal effectively with misbehavior and staff value the support for teaching skills
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents can give opinions through Ofsted Parent View
Communication: Parents' views were considered in the inspection
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders review curriculum quality and take steps to address weaknesses
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders ensure high expectations and improvements, especially in core subjects
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying is dealt with effectively, ensuring pupil safety
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Strong culture of safeguarding and up-to-date training
Extracurricular Offerings: Trips and activities include sport, music, theatre, and university visits
Preparation for Sixth Form: New leader for languages appointed to improve subject entries
Managing and Supporting SEND: High expectations for SEND pupils, but some strategies need improvement
Subjects Offered: Broad range of courses at key stage 4, with focus on English and mathematics
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John Whitgift Academy is a top rated, Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Lincolnshire, Yorkshire and The Humber.
It has 1006 students from age 11-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 20 : 1.
At this school, 38% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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John Whitgift Academy is an institution that strives to be exceptional.
All of the faculty and staff at John Whitgift Academy are dedicated to giving children of all abilities the best possible education, and we strongly adhere to the high standards and expectations that guarantee the highest results in Year 11 with specialised, highly qualified teachers in every subject.
For the five years they attend our school, we provide each student with a personalised and modern learning pathway.
Our curriculum caters to the needs of all students and guarantees that everyone is ready for the next phase of their education, whether it is college, an apprenticeship, or the workforce.
We have become the preferred academy, so our enrollment is growing quickly every year.
We are a strong family of academies that collaborate to raise the prospects of success for all students since we are a part of the Delta Academies Trust.
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All of the faculty and staff at John Whitgift Academy are dedicated to giving children of all abilities the best possible education, and we strongly adhere to the high standards and expectations that guarantee the highest results in Year 11 with specialised, highly qualified teachers in every subject.
For the five years they attend our school, we provide each student with a personalised and modern learning pathway.
Our curriculum caters to the needs of all students and guarantees that everyone is ready for the next phase of their education, whether it is college, an apprenticeship, or the workforce.
We have become the preferred academy, so our enrollment is growing quickly every year.
We are a strong family of academies that collaborate to raise the prospects of success for all students since we are a part of the Delta Academies Trust.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
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| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-16 | 11-18 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 20.9 | - | 17.9 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 38% | 98% | 24% |
| 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 | 0.15 | 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 | 47.5 | 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 | 38% | 20.63% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 62% | 36.06% | 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 | 65% | 22.31% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 14% | 6.44% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 27% | 10.94% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.21 | 2.48 | 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 | 88% | 91.46% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 104 | 140 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 77% | 83.92% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 40% | 39.08% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 3.38% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 37% | 29% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 12.38% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 4.23% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 6% | 3.23% | 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 | 0.53 | 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 | 50.7 | 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 | 55% | 26.63% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 74% | 43.25% | 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 | 34% | 19.31% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 19% | 8.69% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 29% | 12.88% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.32 | 2.67 | 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 | 97% | 94.77% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 61 | 133 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 93% | 89.92% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 59% | 45.85% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 5.54% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 34% | 26% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 12.62% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 2.54% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 2.15% | 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 | 0.67 | 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 | 45.8 | 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 | 39% 7 | 26.27% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 66% 2 | 46.4% | 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 | 2% | 25.93% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 9.6% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 15.33% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.61 | 2.93 | 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 | 89% | 93.23% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 88 | 122 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 83% | 85.69% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 48% | 38.69% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 1% | 6.08% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 32% | 26.23% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 14.85% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 5.15% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 2.46% | 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 | 0.79 | 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 | 46.6 | 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 | 46% 6 | 26.13% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 64% 4 | 44.2% | 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 | 1% | 21.07% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 8.33% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 1% 2 | 12.87% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.67 | 2.89 | 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 | 82% | 83.69% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 76 | 122 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 74% | 77.85% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 41% | 37.69% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | - | 0% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 32% | 27.62% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 6.85% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.15% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.31% | 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 | 0.19 | 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 | 44.9 | 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 | 40% | 30.71% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 60% | 48.5% | 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 | 3% | 27.64% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 2% | 13.5% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 3% | 15.5% | 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% | 82.58% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 137 | 151 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 82% | 51.08% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 46% | 41.83% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | - | 4% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 36% | 30% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 2.75% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 6.58% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 1.75% | 2.45% |
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st Oct 2024 - 28th Oct 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 20th 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 - 3rd Sep 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th Sep 2024 - 20th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 29th Oct 2024 - 19th 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 John Whitgift Academy
Local authority ratio 19 : 1