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Ossett Academy and Sixth Form College
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- Wakefield WF5 0DG
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Requires Improvement |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
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Academic Progress: Pupils achieve well in most subjects in formal examinations.
Behaviour and Attitudes: The behaviour of most pupils in lessons is positive, but many are frustrated with frequent detentions.
Qualifications and Training: Taught by knowledgeable teachers.
Current Educational Practices: Teachers have many opportunities to access high-quality training.
Strengths and Challenges: Respectful atmosphere; delays in responding to queries frustrate parents.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents face unnecessary delays getting answers to questions.
Communication: Leaders regularly communicate through newsletters and text messages.
Parent Satisfaction: Some parents are frustrated by delays, especially regarding SEND issues.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders aware of pupil and parent frustrations; plans to address issues exist.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Plans to reduce detentions and improve communication with parents.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying is infrequent; steps taken to adapt curriculum to address issues.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Pupils feel safe at school; safeguarding measures in place.
Extracurricular Offerings: Lots of after-school clubs and opportunities like the Duke of Edinburgh鈥檚 Award.
Career Counselling Services: Appropriate careers information and guidance provided.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Well-designed curriculum meeting needs of students.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Delays in providing necessary support for SEND pupils.
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Ossett Academy and Sixth Form College is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in West Yorkshire, Yorkshire and The Humber.
It has 1735 students from age 11-19 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.
At this school, 56% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
90.90% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Mrs Broome with our newly appointed Head Boy and Girl who were elected by the full student body and our senior students who will be helping shape decision making on some key areas of the academy future updates will be in Ossett voice. I appreciate you taking the time to view the Ossett Academy website, and on behalf of the faculty, staff, and board of governors, I am happy to extend a warm welcome to you at the school and the Accord Sixth Form. Our academy is guided by a strong vision of success for every one of our students, and it is this goal that serves as the inspiration for all of our work in and outside of the academy. Our staff is devoted to making the most of every student's experience at Ossett Academy, from ensuring academic success to assuring success in extracurricular activities. Continue reading.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
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| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Outstanding |
| Age range | 11-19 | 11-18 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 18.4 | - | 16.2 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 56% | 98% | 46% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 3.40% | 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 | 0.08 | 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 | 50.1 | 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 | 56% | 28.48% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 74% | 41.19% | 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 | 23% | 23.55% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 14% | 10.06% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 18% | 14.52% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.21 | 2.84 | 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% | 90.71% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 289 | 176 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 80% | 82.1% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 29% | 36.1% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 34% | 9.57% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 17% | 27.19% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | SP | 9.14% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 3.71% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 7% | 5.05% | 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 | -0.38 | 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 | 61% | 34.13% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 80% | 46.7% | 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 | 29% | 21.6% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 18% | 12.57% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 23% | 16.4% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.39 | 3.18 | 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 | 97% | 91.05% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 270 | 176 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 84% | 85% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 27% | 38.29% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 45% | 11.43% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 11% | 26% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | SP | 9.29% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 11% | 2.95% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 3.19% | 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 | -0.07 | 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 | 48.4 | 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 | 48% 9 | 31.55% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 72% 3 | 46.97% | 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 | 32% | 22.14% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 21% 3 | 10.69% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 28% 2 | 15% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.21 | 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 | 96% | 90.39% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 264 | 163 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 86% | 82.78% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 39% | 58.17% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 37% | 11.17% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 8% | 3.67% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 9.67% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 8% | 4.06% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 3.39% | 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 | -0.19 | 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 | 48.9 | 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 | 57% 3 | 25.62% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 75% 2 | 37.83% | 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 | 39% | 19.76% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 24% 3 | 8.97% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 30% 9 | 12.24% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.2 | 2.6 | 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% | 88.11% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 268 | 171 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 82% | 74.67% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 26% | 31.39% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 47% | 12.28% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 24.83% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 5.78% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 4.67% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 2.44% | 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 | 0.05 | 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 | 51.7 | 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 | 60% | 29.12% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 77% | 41.88% | 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 | 32% | 25.73% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 21% | 14.58% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 21% | 16.31% | 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% | 84.44% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 272 | 176 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 93% | 59.67% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 40% | 37.67% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 46% | 12.72% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 7% | 23.72% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 0.11% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 10% | 6.28% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 2.11% | 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 | 34.31 | 28.08 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 38.16 | 26.79 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 3.40% | 11.49% | 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 | 118 | 270 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 43% | 47% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 19% | 9.7% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 26% | 23.3% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 10% | 15.4% | 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 | 37.87 | 32.26 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 39.91 | 31.05 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 21.6% | 17.75% | 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 | 134 | 353 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 56% | 52.5% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 10% | 5.4% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 18% | 22.1% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 14% | 16.2% | 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 | 33.18 2 | 25.06 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 25.70 2 | 24.16 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 8.4% | 8.48% | 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 | 159 | 428 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 54% | 44.75% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 14% | 11% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 20% | 24.38% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 17.25% | 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 | 31.16 5 | 24.63 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 27.79 6 | 24.6 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 6.5% | 9.6% | 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 | - | 9 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 27 | 60.63% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 12% | 10.38% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 17% | 23.88% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 11% | 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 | 26.74 | 25.35 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.19 | 27.66 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 7.0% | 12.25% | 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 | 25 | 48.86% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 17% | 10.86% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 18% | 22.29% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 4.29% | 4.23% |
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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
18 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Ossett Academy and Sixth Form College
Local authority ratio 21 : 1
