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Lydiard Park Academy
- Secondary
- West Swindon SN5 6HN
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
| 16 to 19 study programmes | Good |
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Academic Progress: Pupils make good progress in maths and languages. Disadvantaged pupils' progress improving but needs further attention for those with low prior attainment
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well in lessons and around the school. Behaviour policies improve conduct, though inconsistent application can lead to issues
Qualifications and Training: Teachers' subject knowledge is strong and used effectively for planning. NQTs receive supportive mentorship
Current Educational Practices: Teacher training and development programs are coherent and impactful, yet need better monitoring and evaluation
Strengths and Challenges: Strong subject knowledge and questioning techniques, but consistency across subject areas needs improvement
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents have opportunities to engage especially through 'Period 6' extracurricular activities
Communication: School communicates effectively on pupils鈥� progress, but more coordinated literacy initiatives needed
Parent Satisfaction: Parents are generally satisfied; however, some concerns persist regarding consistency in dealing with bullying
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders address concerns effectively and manage transitions well, though evaluations of education quality are overgenerous
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leadership has clear vision and expectations, with a focus on improving teaching quality and supporting disadvantaged pupils
Managing Bullying and Safety: The school manages safeguarding well but could improve coherence in handling bullying concerns
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Promotes personal development and safety effectively, though engagement varies by pupil group
Extracurricular Offerings: 'Period 6' offers sporting, cultural, and other activities with extended bus services facilitating participation
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Balance is achieved through well-structured scheduling post-formal schooling hours
Outdoor Facilities: Facilities support a range of extracurricular activities, including sports
Career Counselling Services: Career guidance stronger in key stages 4 and 5, but early stage involvement could improve
Preparation for Sixth Form: Sixth form well prepares students for higher education, though work experience opportunities need enhancement
Managing and Supporting SEND: SEN and Autism Spectrum Centre provide effective support, enabling mainstream class attendance
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Lydiard Park Academy is a top rated, Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Wiltshire County, South West.
It has 1262 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1.
At this school, 42% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
27.30% of pupils completing their main study programme.
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 |
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B-
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-19 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 15.6 | - | 17.4 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 42% | 98% | 45% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 7.30% | 35.00% | 12.00% |
| 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 | 0.02 | 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 | 46.3 | 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 | 42% | 27.61% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 64% | 42.61% | 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 | 21% | 19.11% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 8% | 8.11% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 12% | 12.06% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.92 | 2.6 | 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 | 94% | 84.67% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 219 | 141 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 85% | 78.47% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 42% | 41.07% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 37% | 15.93% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 5% | 8.93% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | SP | 12.47% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 2.53% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 3.6% | 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 | -0.12 | 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 | 48.5 | 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 | 48% | 29.65% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 70% | 42.35% | 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 | 16% | 16.76% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 7% | 8.88% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 11% | 12.12% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.04 | 2.62 | 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 | 96% | 93.2% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 218 | 134 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 94% | 89.33% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 51% | 47.67% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 37% | 17.53% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 7% | 7.93% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 16.2% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | SP | 2.13% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 1.8% | 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 | -0.04 | 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 | 47.9 | 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 | 42% 1 | 21.94% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 70% 4 | 35.94% | 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 | 27% | 15.53% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 11% 3 | 5.88% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 17% 2 | 8.82% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.09 | 2.24 | 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 | 98% | 95.56% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 170 | 138 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 90.67% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 40% | 43.22% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 39% | 22.44% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 11% | 5.22% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 20.11% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 2.56% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 2% | 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 | 0.23 | 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 | 46.4 | 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 | 41% 1 | 24.88% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 66% 2 | 39.06% | 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 | 27% | 18.94% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 8% 4 | 6.25% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 15% | 10.5% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.92 | 2.36 | 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 | 94% | 96% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 155 | 157 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 82% | 86.75% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 43% | 46% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 25% | 23.13% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 14% | 3.75% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 10.25% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 4.88% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 6% | 2.38% | 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 | 0.15 | 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 | 46.7 | 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 | 42% | 22.42% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 68% | 37.5% | 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 | 28% | 14.42% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 12% | 7.25% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 15% | 8.17% | 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 | 95% | 95.75% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 181 | 163 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 67.13% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 46% | 58.5% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 38% | 23.88% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 7% | 6.88% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 0.13% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 5.63% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 3.38% | 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 | 33.43 | 25.85 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.55 | 22.99 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 7.30% | 5.94% | 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 | 66 | 248 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 48% | 49.57% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 11% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 33% | 26.86% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 11% | 9.57% | 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 | 36.04 | 30.37 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 36.43 | 28.7 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 11.6% | 9.31% | 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 | 67 | 347 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 51% | 49.33% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 7% | 6% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 30% | 26.5% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 9% | 14.33% | 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 | 31.72 6 | 23.2 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 28.42 2 | 22.62 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 2.5% | 4.57% | 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 | 64 | 367 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 53% | 45.6% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 11% | 9.4% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 27% | 28.4% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 11.4% | 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 | 25.92 2 | 25.66 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 26.89 1 | 21.48 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 6.7% | 6.86% | 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 | 0 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 11 | 64.83% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 16% | 8.17% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 22% | 23.67% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 6.67% | 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 | 23.6 | 22.67 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 27.33 | 23.91 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 3.3% | 6.71% | 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 | - | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 62.75% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 10% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | - | 25.5% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 4.75% | 4.23% |
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 24th 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 | 25th Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 23rd 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 - 24th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
15 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Lydiard Park Academy
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
