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- Wantage OX12 9BY
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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 |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
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Academic Progress: Students achieve well with strong subject knowledge from teachers.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are calm, responsible, and ready to learn.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave extremely well in lessons, contributing to a focused learning environment. Disruptions are addressed quickly and effectively.
Qualifications and Training: Strong subject knowledge across the school.
Current Educational Practices: Effective professional development and improved curriculum strategies.
Strengths and Challenges: High standards in English and mathematics; some inconsistency in other subjects.
Parent Satisfaction: Most parents pleased with the school's offerings.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents involved in charity events and school activities.
Communication: Some parents desire better communication.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Teachers deal well with bullying, and leaders act on concerns quickly.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Implemented beneficial changes and focus on professional development.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders address pupil behaviour concerns seriously and effectively, with clear systems for escalating bullying issues.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Significant progress made towards a respectful culture; improvements in behaviour policy are well understood.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying is rare and well-handled by staff; secure safeguarding processes.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying is uncommon; pupils feel safe and confident that staff address issues appropriately.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Robust safeguarding; staff trained regularly; pastoral support hub aids regular attendance.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Effective safety measures but noted gaps in quick responses from external agencies.
Extracurricular Offerings: Array of opportunities including musical productions and charity events.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Broad and stimulating range of subjects in the sixth form.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Well-supported but some parental dissatisfaction remains.
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King Alfred's is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Oxfordshire, South East.
It has 1682 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 19 : 1.
At this school, 48% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
96.70% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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I'd like to extend a warm welcome to you on behalf of the entire King Alfred's Academy community.
King Alfred's is a learning community with an enthusiastic, gifted, and committed staff, new and renovated classrooms for 21st-century learning, the provision of an outstanding sixth form that is ranked among the best in the country, and a wealth of extracurricular trips, visits, and activities for students to enjoy as part of their broader learning outside the classroom.
Additionally, King Alfred's has a well-deserved reputation for offering exceptional pastoral care of a wide range and quality to all students through a skilled and committed team of pastoral staff and student supervisors.
Inspectors at the most recent Ofsted inspection correctly recognised King Alfred's strength when they stated that "Pupils' welfare and safety is the highest priority."
Most importantly, West Site now provides a bright, welcoming campus where students can transition safely and pleasantly into secondary education as they move from Year 6 to secondary education.
The governors and employees of King Alfred's Academy exhibit an exemplary attitude and a strong desire to see the institution grow and flourish so that it becomes the premier school of choice for the neighbourhood and beyond.
It is very exciting to work in a school where all staff members share a revitalised and determined sense of purpose and commitment with regard to "Achieving Excellence Together." The recent Ofsted report has allowed us to shape a strong plan for speedy progress.
This is supported by three main objectives: The Academy will work in partnership with parents and carers to support each individual student to achieve more than they ever imagined possible. All teaching staff will learn from one another to ensure that the very best teaching in the Academy becomes the standard. All students will be expected to display the highest standards of learning behaviour in order to allow teachers to teach and all students to learn.
We cordially encourage you to stop by our institution and see firsthand everything we have to offer.
With this invitation in mind, I am very much looking forward to personally welcoming you to King Alfred's.
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King Alfred's is a learning community with an enthusiastic, gifted, and committed staff, new and renovated classrooms for 21st-century learning, the provision of an outstanding sixth form that is ranked among the best in the country, and a wealth of extracurricular trips, visits, and activities for students to enjoy as part of their broader learning outside the classroom.
Additionally, King Alfred's has a well-deserved reputation for offering exceptional pastoral care of a wide range and quality to all students through a skilled and committed team of pastoral staff and student supervisors.
Inspectors at the most recent Ofsted inspection correctly recognised King Alfred's strength when they stated that "Pupils' welfare and safety is the highest priority."
Most importantly, West Site now provides a bright, welcoming campus where students can transition safely and pleasantly into secondary education as they move from Year 6 to secondary education.
The governors and employees of King Alfred's Academy exhibit an exemplary attitude and a strong desire to see the institution grow and flourish so that it becomes the premier school of choice for the neighbourhood and beyond.
It is very exciting to work in a school where all staff members share a revitalised and determined sense of purpose and commitment with regard to "Achieving Excellence Together." The recent Ofsted report has allowed us to shape a strong plan for speedy progress.
This is supported by three main objectives: The Academy will work in partnership with parents and carers to support each individual student to achieve more than they ever imagined possible. All teaching staff will learn from one another to ensure that the very best teaching in the Academy becomes the standard. All students will be expected to display the highest standards of learning behaviour in order to allow teachers to teach and all students to learn.
We cordially encourage you to stop by our institution and see firsthand everything we have to offer.
With this invitation in mind, I am very much looking forward to personally welcoming you to King Alfred's.
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| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-16 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 19.6 | 15.1 | 16.9 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 48% | 48% | 41% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 18.40% | - | 10.50% |
| 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 | 0.28 | 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 | 48% | 26.14% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 68% | 36% | 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 | 36% | 16.39% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 16% | 8.29% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 23% | 11.17% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.02 | 2.7 | 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 | 97% | 90.53% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 283 | 131 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 89% | 83.43% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 16% | 27.47% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 72% | 36.26% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 4.11% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 15.77% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 2.91% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 4.11% | 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 | 0.07 | 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 | 50.6 | 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 | 55% | 29.39% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 71% | 39.72% | 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 | 40% | 18.13% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 27% | 11.6% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 31% | 13.95% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.47 | 2.9 | 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 | 93% | 86.02% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 270 | 128 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 86% | 81.24% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 23% | 28.5% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 62% | 37.37% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | SP | 3.89% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | SP | 11.5% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 2.39% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 2.35% | 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 | 47.8 | 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 | 48% 1 | 25.22% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 63% 3 | 36.04% | 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 | 53% | 18.45% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 24% 3 | 8.34% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 33% 1 | 12.03% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.18 | 2.72 | 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 | 96% | 90.15% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 295 | 140 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 88% | 83.31% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 35% | 29.05% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 53% | 39.36% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 3.87% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 11.23% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 3.87% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 2.97% | 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 | -0.04 | 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 | 48.7 | 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 | 47% 6 | 24.63% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 66% 4 | 35% | 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 | 54% | 16.78% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 21% 7 | 8.07% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 32% 3 | 11.26% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.25 | 2.7 | 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 | 97% | 77.69% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 308 | 140 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 89% | 67.62% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 38% | 25% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 49% | 36.74% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 3.79% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 2.38% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 4.41% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 2.87% | 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 | -0.29 | 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 | 45.1 | 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% | 25.51% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 62% | 35.98% | 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 | 60% | 17.37% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 28% | 11.17% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 29% | 12.06% | 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 | 97% | 80.97% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 293 | 150 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 92% | 71.61% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 40% | 29.91% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 52% | 37.09% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 4.06% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 3.64% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 9% | 5.82% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 3.55% | 2.45% |
A level exam result
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 36.49 | 32.96 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 37.07 | 33.27 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 18.40% | 18.51% | 13.67% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 162 | 197 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 43% | 54.2% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 7% | 4.89% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 38% | 26.83% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 9% | 6.77% | 9.05% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 38.73 | 35.05 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 38.73 | 34.57 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 20.4% | 22.47% | 17.7% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 163 | 248 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 53% | 55.46% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 4.34% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 29% | 24.83% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 8.2% | 10.69% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 37.00 2 | 33.15 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 39.01 6 | 33.27 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 23.8% | 20.31% | 13.07% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 150 | 207 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 45% | 54.21% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 11% | 7.58% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 35% | 27.61% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 6.91% | 8.8% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 35.21 2 | 32.06 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.47 4 | 32.03 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 18.0% | 18.43% | 13.37% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 3 | 1 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 49 | 35% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 4.34% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 32% | 15.66% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 10% | 3.97% | 4.22% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 33.52 | 31.92 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 37.74 | 32.93 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 28.9% | 20.07% | 12.64% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 6 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 49 | 52.93% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 6.46% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 35% | 25.39% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 3% | 4.23% |
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Holidays & terms
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
19 : 1
Student teacher ratio at King Alfred's
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
