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Maplefields Academy
- All-through
- North Northamptonshire NN18 0TH
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Outstanding
| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Outstanding |
| The quality of practice and services | Outstanding |
| The quality of education | Outstanding |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Outcomes for pupils | Outstanding |
| Provision for learners with high needs | Outstanding |
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Academic Progress: Pupils make very strong progress in each year group and across the curriculum.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Behaviour is outstanding, and pupils interact well together with low-key supervision from staff.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Teachers identify those at risk of not making sufficient progress and intervene swiftly with bespoke support.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers know their pupils well and plan interesting and challenging lessons.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Improved teaching led to very strong progress in English.
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: High subject knowledge, confident teaching, and precise use of subject-specific vocabulary are noted strengths.
Opportunities for Parent Involvement: Parents can participate in activities such as elections for the school council.
Communication with Parents: Leaders and staff maintain open communication through systems and processes related to safeguarding and progress.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents express satisfaction with the school's safety and educational standards.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders are firm in their expectations and handle conflicts effectively by identifying triggers and patterns.
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: Leaders have revised the curriculum, supported teacher training, and used performance management targets effectively.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: Safeguarding policy and procedures are up-to-date, and staff are comprehensively trained. Pupils feel safe at school.
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: An effective system for the administration of medicines is in place, and staff model positive behaviors well.
Balancing Academics with Extracurriculars: Curriculum revisions include engaging activities that balance academic responsibilities.
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: Activities such as school council elections and role plays are available.
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Maplefields Academy is a top rated, All-through, Co-Ed school located in Northamptonshire, East Midlands.
It has 116 students from age 5-19 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 4 : 1.
At this school, 0% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
This school rated Outstanding by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Our main goal is the wellbeing of the students, so I am asking for your help in promoting the school's basic values, which are compassion, integrity, justice, and respect, as well as persistence, acceptance, and the appreciation of diversity.
Whether your kid is new to Maplefields or is returning for another year, I hope they will grow in character, abilities, and talents with the help of our committed staff.
Headteacher Jessie Walker, a woman.
The Maplefields School Special Education Needs Emotional and Social Mental Health College and Academy A specialised Academy called Maplefields is located in Corby, Northamptonshire.
The school prioritises serving students with social, emotional, and mental health needs (SEMH).
The Primary to Secondary age range was expanded in April 2007. (Year 1 to Year 11).
The academy offers a Behaviour Outreach Service to schools in the county's northern region and, upon request, provides assistance with school improvement and behaviour outreach to a number of BESD/SEMH schools nationwide.
The Maplefields community's Outreach Service and the Extended Team provide support for parents and carers.
The academy serves as the Maplefields Teaching School Alliance's main institution and collaborates with the National College of School Leadership (NCSL) to deliver initial teacher preparation (ITT), school-to-school support, and continuing professional development (CPD).
The alliance collaborates with Pen Green Teaching School Alliance, a Corby-based organisation that specialises in early childhood education and research and development.
Teachers who are placed in schools in the partnership through ITT are trained by the academy in collaboration with Pilgrim Partnership and the University of Northampton (Initial Teacher Training).
The goal is to hire the best teachers possible so that our kids can obtain the best results possible.
Restrict Access The school was specifically created to accommodate students with special needs and to provide full access to all staff, students, and visitors, regardless of handicap.
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Whether your kid is new to Maplefields or is returning for another year, I hope they will grow in character, abilities, and talents with the help of our committed staff.
Headteacher Jessie Walker, a woman.
The Maplefields School Special Education Needs Emotional and Social Mental Health College and Academy A specialised Academy called Maplefields is located in Corby, Northamptonshire.
The school prioritises serving students with social, emotional, and mental health needs (SEMH).
The Primary to Secondary age range was expanded in April 2007. (Year 1 to Year 11).
The academy offers a Behaviour Outreach Service to schools in the county's northern region and, upon request, provides assistance with school improvement and behaviour outreach to a number of BESD/SEMH schools nationwide.
The Maplefields community's Outreach Service and the Extended Team provide support for parents and carers.
The academy serves as the Maplefields Teaching School Alliance's main institution and collaborates with the National College of School Leadership (NCSL) to deliver initial teacher preparation (ITT), school-to-school support, and continuing professional development (CPD).
The alliance collaborates with Pen Green Teaching School Alliance, a Corby-based organisation that specialises in early childhood education and research and development.
Teachers who are placed in schools in the partnership through ITT are trained by the academy in collaboration with Pilgrim Partnership and the University of Northampton (Initial Teacher Training).
The goal is to hire the best teachers possible so that our kids can obtain the best results possible.
Restrict Access The school was specifically created to accommodate students with special needs and to provide full access to all staff, students, and visitors, regardless of handicap.
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| Phase of Education | All-through | All-through |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
A
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B+
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| Ofset report | Outstanding | Good |
| Age range | 5-19 | 4-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 4.3 | 16.4 |
| Proficient Math | - | 104 |
| Proficient Read | 96 | 103 |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 0% | 53% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | 14.80% |
| Day Fees | - | - |
Primary Exam Result
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 | - | 99 | 97 |
| Reading | 96 | 101 | 98 |
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 | 0% | 57.27% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 5.82% | 7.42% |
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 | -9 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -4 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -13.5 | Well Below Average |
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 | 88 | 95 | 96 |
| Reading | 92 12 | 94 | 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 | 0% | 56.63% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 7.48% | 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 | -11.5 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -14.0 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -12.1 | Well 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 | - | 91 | 94 |
| Reading | 104 10 | 92 | 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 | 0% | 54.95% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 7.56% | 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 | -10.9 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -13.8 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -12.4 | Well 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 | 88 | 91 | 93 |
| Reading | 94 | 91 | 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 | 0% | 49.82% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 6.58% | 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 | -7.9 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -6.0 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -6.0 | Well 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 | -1.02 | 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 | 9.1 | 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 | 0% | 26.97% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 41.73% | 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 | 0% | 26.1% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 10.07% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 15.43% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.36 | 2.77 | 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 | 77% | 93.13% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 13 | 150 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 69% | 85.33% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 31% | 33.17% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 36.21% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.17% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 38% | 16% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 2.71% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 8% | 5.17% | 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 | -1.8 | 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 | 7.7 | 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 | 6% | 29.03% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 6% | 43.41% | 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 | 0% | 25.34% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 11.24% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 16.31% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.38 | 2.85 | 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 | 57% | 89.21% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 14 | 146 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 36% | 84.04% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 29% | 36.63% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 36.79% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 7% | 10.58% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 1.75% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 21% | 3.33% | 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 | -2.2 | 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 | 5.2 | 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 | 0% | 30.24% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 45.32% | 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 | 0% | 27.44% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 11.92% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 18.48% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.22 | 3.07 | 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 | 64% | 93% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 14 | 133 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 50% | 85.29% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 50% | 38.71% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 35.38% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.05% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 11.24% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 4.48% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 7% | 3.43% | 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 | -2.51 | 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 | 5.3 | 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 | 0% | 27.04% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 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 | 0% | 28.16% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 9.64% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 16.2% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.53 | 2.87 | 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 | - | 89.25% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 10 | 150 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 76.25% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 34.45% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | - | 34% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 11.25% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 4.4% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3.45% | 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 | -2.31 | 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 | 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 | 0% | 30.59% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 7% | 47.5% | 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 | 0% | 30.32% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 14.82% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 16.77% | 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 | 82% | 93% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 11 | 155 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 69.39% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 41.56% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | - | 35.39% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | 55% | 7.28% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 6.11% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3.33% | 2.45% |
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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
4 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Maplefields Academy
Local authority ratio 20 : 1