State School
#3 in Best Secondary Schools in Telford and Wrekin
Madeley Academy - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)
Madeley Academy
Work here? Update your school profile
Madeley Academy
- Secondary
- Madeley TF7 5FB
1 schools in compare list
Ofsted report
Notify us of new Ofsted report
| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
Quick insights from ofsted Powered by AI
This insight was generated by AI, based on latest Ofsted report.
Academic Progress: Leaders have put in place an ambitious curriculum.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave extremely well. Bullying is extremely rare.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers have very good subject knowledge.
Current Educational Practices: Teachers use various methods to help pupils recall what they have been taught previously.
Strengths and Challenges: In stronger subjects, such as PE and history, teachers check pupils鈥� knowledge and understanding highly effectively.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents and carers are overwhelmingly positive about the school.
Communication: Leaders have crafted a strong and effective careers programme.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents and carers are overwhelmingly positive about the school.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Where bullying does occur, it is dealt with promptly and fairly by staff.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders should reflect closely on all aspects of their work to build on and improve existing strengths.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying is extremely rare. Pupils learn how to keep themselves safe through the school curriculum.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Leaders ensure that staff are well trained and have an appropriate understanding of local risks.
Extracurricular Offerings: High numbers of pupils participate in various clubs such as sports, fitness, music, art and drama.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: These enable pupils to develop their own talents and interests.
Career Counselling Services: Leaders have crafted a strong and effective careers programme across the school.
Preparation for Sixth Form: In many of these subjects, pupils achieve very well, particularly in the sixth form.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Pupils with SEND benefit from high levels of support and achieve positive outcomes.
Subjects Offered: In key stage 3, pupils study a broad and balanced range of subjects from Years 7 to 9.
Historical Ofsted reports
Contact
Suggest an edit
About Us
Madeley Academy is a top rated, Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Shropshire County, West Midlands.
It has 1271 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 14 : 1.
At this school, 54% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
100.00% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
Distance calculator
Simply click on 'Detect My Location' to find out the distance from your current location to the school.
Madeley Academy
Nearby Schools in Your Area
Compare with similar schools
| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
B
|
B-
|
-
|
| Ofset report | Good | Good | - |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 14.6 | - | - |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 54% | 98% | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 9.40% | 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 | 0.17 | 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 | 51.8 | 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 | 54% | 28.11% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 74% | 37.44% | 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 | 31% | 24.56% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 17% | 14.11% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 27% | 18.44% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.55 | 2.69 | 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 | 92% | 92.46% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 172 | 126 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 85% | 86.08% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 31% | 36.92% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 48% | 32.31% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 6% | 11.38% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 5.62% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 2.92% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 3.31% | 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 | -0.16 | 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 | 45.2 | 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 | 34% | 28.53% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 53% | 38.58% | 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 | 17% | 23.42% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 12% | 14.68% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 16% | 18.68% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.79 | 2.73 | 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 | 91% | 95.77% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 176 | 121 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 85% | 92.62% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 38% | 42.54% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 41% | 34.92% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 6% | 8.77% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 6.69% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 2.23% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 0.92% | 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 | 0.17 | 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 | 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 | 28.25% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 62% 1 | 38.38% | 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 | 24% | 24.69% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 12% 2 | 14.31% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 14% 5 | 19.06% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.85 | 2.82 | 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 | 90% | 94.64% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 161 | 102 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 84% | 90.36% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 37% | 36.45% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 32% | 36.09% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 13% | 15.64% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 2.18% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 2.91% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 1.36% | 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 | -0.03 | 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 | 45.3 | 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 | 32% 2 | 32.08% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 61% 1 | 42.42% | 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 | 23% | 28.58% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 10% 10 | 18.5% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 19% 3 | 23.92% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.8 | 3.04 | 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 | 89% | 83.22% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 166 | 105 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 84% | 69.33% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 30% | 20.56% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 37% | 40.33% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 8.11% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 1% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 1% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 1.22% | 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 | -0.04 | 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 | 46 | 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 | 34% | 39.4% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 60% | 51.6% | 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 | 43% | 36.5% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 20% | 25.9% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 22% | 26.9% | 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 | 91% | 81.5% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 179 | 107 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 85% | 54.63% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 42% | 25.63% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 31% | 37.5% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 9% | 9.38% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 0.25% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 12% | 3.88% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 6% | 3% | 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 | 30.81 | 32.75 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 35.1 | 33.22 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 9.40% | 16.04% | 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 | 183 | 222 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 80% | 61.83% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 3% | 8% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 13% | 19.5% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 3% | 7.5% | 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 | 34.81 | 36.77 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 36.76 | 37.65 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 11.1% | 19.95% | 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 | 100 | 231 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 70% | 65.43% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 7% | 5.43% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 13% | 20.43% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 9% | 7.29% | 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 | 32.43 | 28.92 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 38.79 3 | 30.89 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 18.2% | 13.88% | 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 | 101 | 183 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 67% | 63.14% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 7.29% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 20% | 21.29% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 6% | 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 | 32.68 1 | 33.74 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 35.39 2 | 34.84 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 6.3% | 16.73% | 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 | - | 0 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 21 | 10.67% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 11% | 4.83% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 17% | 7.83% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 3.5% | 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 | 33.98 | 28.04 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 37.53 | 30.54 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 11.66% | 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 | - | 0 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 22 | 40% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 13% | 8.67% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 24% | 21% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 2.83% | 4.23% |
Best Schools 2025
Madeley Academy Rankings
夜来香研究所 ranks nearly 20,000+ schools according to their exam results, teaching quality, resources & many more indicators. (How Do We Calculate Rankings?)
How Do We Calculate Rankings?
Our school rankings are meticulously determined through a rigorous process:
This meticulous process ensures our rankings provide accurate and meaningful insights for your school choices.
Admission
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 | 14th Apr 2025 - 25th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 22nd 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 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 21st Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
14 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Madeley Academy
Local authority ratio 20 : 1