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Nunthorpe Academy
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- Redcar and Cleveland TS7 0LA
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Requires Improvement
| The quality of education | Requires Improvement |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Requires Improvement |
| Personal development | Requires Improvement |
| Leadership and management | Requires Improvement |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
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Academic Progress: Lessons disrupted by poor behaviour, high suspensions
Behaviour and Attitudes: Small amount of bullying, not always dealt with appropriately
Qualifications and Training: Most teachers have the subject knowledge to deliver their subjects well
Current Educational Practices: Some teachers lack training to identify and fill gaps in pupils' knowledge
Strengths and Challenges: Staff feel supported by leaders, but gaps in training exist
Communication: Pupils encouraged to report bullying, but not confident staff will take it seriously
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: School needs to ensure staff consistently apply leaders鈥� expectations on bullying
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders are honest about challenges and working to improve
Managing Bullying and Safety: Pupils say there is a small amount of bullying, confidence issues with staff handling
Promoting Welfare and Safety: New systems improving attendance, but SEND attendance still low
Extracurricular Offerings: Wide range of clubs, particularly in key stage 3
Preparation for Sixth Form: Sixth-form students benefit from structured and focused learning environment
Managing and Supporting SEND: SEND support inconsistent, strategies not effectively implemented
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Nunthorpe Academy is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in North Yorkshire, North East.
It has 1477 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.
At this school, 39% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
98.60% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Requires Improvement by recent Ofsted inspection.
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A high-performing 11鈥�19 academy, Nunthorpe Academy is a part of Nunthorpe Multi Academy Trust (NMAT), and it takes pleasure in the support and direction it provides to each of its pupils.
The cherished beneficial interactions between faculty and students are at the heart of our culture, and we take pride in our welcoming and purposeful environment.
In order to further develop and raise the "aspirations" of all students at the Academy, we encourage the opinions of all of our stakeholders. We think that success is achieved via partnerships between parents, faculty, and students.
In order to promote students' academic performance, high-quality classroom practises are essential, thus we make sure that both teaching and non-teaching staff members participate in serious reflection and collaborative training as part of our effort to make additional improvements.
Although there is a strong academic foundation to our curriculum, we also have the flexibility to provide a variety of vocationally related programmes.
Our GCSE and A Level scores are among the best in the region, and this has improved our position as the lead school for the North East Schools Training Alliance, which trains future teachers.
Nunthorpe Academy serves as much than just a classroom for our young people.
Nearly 2,000 members of our community use Nunthorpe Learning and Leisure to enjoy our sporting and recreational facilities as well as to advance and enhance their own education and skill sets.
We invite you to stop by, meet our staff and students, and get a sense of what daily life is like at Nunthorpe Academy.
To keep track of opportunities for your involvement and participation, please use our Calendar (or add it to your favourites).
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The cherished beneficial interactions between faculty and students are at the heart of our culture, and we take pride in our welcoming and purposeful environment.
In order to further develop and raise the "aspirations" of all students at the Academy, we encourage the opinions of all of our stakeholders. We think that success is achieved via partnerships between parents, faculty, and students.
In order to promote students' academic performance, high-quality classroom practises are essential, thus we make sure that both teaching and non-teaching staff members participate in serious reflection and collaborative training as part of our effort to make additional improvements.
Although there is a strong academic foundation to our curriculum, we also have the flexibility to provide a variety of vocationally related programmes.
Our GCSE and A Level scores are among the best in the region, and this has improved our position as the lead school for the North East Schools Training Alliance, which trains future teachers.
Nunthorpe Academy serves as much than just a classroom for our young people.
Nearly 2,000 members of our community use Nunthorpe Learning and Leisure to enjoy our sporting and recreational facilities as well as to advance and enhance their own education and skill sets.
We invite you to stop by, meet our staff and students, and get a sense of what daily life is like at Nunthorpe Academy.
To keep track of opportunities for your involvement and participation, please use our Calendar (or add it to your favourites).
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
C+
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B-
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B-
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| Ofset report | Requires Improvement | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-16 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 18.3 | 15.1 | 18.3 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 39% | 48% | 48% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 12.50% | - | - |
| 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 | -0.29 | 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 | 46.9 | 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 | 39% | 25.67% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 64% | 37.56% | 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 | 57% | 22.28% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 18% | 9.61% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 31% | 14.78% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.11 | 2.25 | 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 | 93% | 87.91% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 273 | 116 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 84% | 78.91% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 40% | 41.18% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 23% | 2.45% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 21% | 19.18% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | SP | 16.09% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 3.82% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 5% | 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 | -0.11 | 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 | 53.5 | 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 | 55% | 28.53% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 75% | 41.18% | 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 | 51% | 21% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 25% | 9.94% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 37% | 14.59% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.68 | 2.46 | 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 | 94% | 89.3% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 286 | 106 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 86% | 85.1% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 42% | 47.1% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 34% | 3.9% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 10% | 14.3% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 19.7% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 1.6% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 2.5% | 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 | -0.41 | 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 | 46.8 | 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% | 20.55% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 72% 2 | 31% | 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 | 15% | 11.36% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 6% 4 | 5.18% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 9% 4 | 7.82% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.74 | 1.7 | 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 | 92% | 95.5% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 274 | 113 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 80% | 90.5% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 43% | 35.5% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 25% | 5.5% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 10% | 19.33% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 30% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 9% | 3% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 1.67% | 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 | -0.07 | 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 | 48.3 | 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 | 48% | 23.38% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 70% | 33.13% | 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 | 16% | 11.25% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 10% 1 | 6.88% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 13% 2 | 8.5% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.92 | 2.02 | 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% | 94.17% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 271 | 111 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 87% | 75.17% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 45% | 33.83% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 34% | 5.67% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 16.67% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 15.33% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 1.33% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 1% | 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 | -0.28 | 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 | 46.3 | 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 | 48% | 34% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 70% | 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 | 16% | 22% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 11% | 13.5% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 11% | 13.83% | 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 | 94% | 75.2% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 266 | 97 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 73% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 54% | 37.4% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 30% | 6% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 5% | 8.6% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 18.6% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 3.4% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 2.2% | 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 | 30.66 | 30.48 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 30.54 | 30.56 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 12.50% | 11.3% | 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 | 68 | 455 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 62% | 62% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 7.5% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 20% | 19% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 8.5% | 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 | 33.65 | 34.4 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.12 | 34.04 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 13.6% | 15.3% | 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 | 104 | 477 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 77% | 70.5% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 7% | 6% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 8% | 11.5% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 8.5% | 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 | 34.18 1 | 32.53 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 35.61 3 | 33.65 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 17.5% | 14.35% | 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 | 77 | 356 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 77% | 73% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 6.5% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 6% | 9.5% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 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 | 35.69 | 35.69 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 38.16 2 | 38.16 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 15.4% | 15.4% | 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 | 6 | 6% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 4% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 8% | 8% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 0% | 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 | 35.78 | 35.78 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 40 | 40 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 20.0% | 20% | 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 | 7 | 7% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 6% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 10% | 10% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 4% | 4% | 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 | 24th Feb 2025 - 28th 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 - 23rd Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 1st Mar 2025 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 21st Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
18 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Nunthorpe Academy
Local authority ratio 17 : 1
