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Pool Hayes Academy
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- Walsall WV12 4QZ
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Requires Improvement |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
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Academic Progress: Pupils remember what they have been taught, and they make strong progress.
Behaviour and Attitudes: In lessons, pupils behave well and focus on their learning.
Qualifications and Training: Many teachers are experts in their subject; they understand how best to support pupils to learn.
Current Educational Practices: Staff鈥檚 professional development is prioritised.
Strengths and Challenges: Teachers do not use assessment as effectively in a few lessons.
Opportunities for Involvement: There is a wide range of opportunities for pupils and sixth-form students to develop their passions outside of the classroom.
Communication: Staff act quickly if they have a concern, no matter how small.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents told inspectors that behaviour at the school is much improved.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Pupils are confident that when bullying happens, staff will deal with it swiftly and effectively.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders are creating a culture of excellence and self-improvement.
Managing Bullying and Safety: When bullying happens, staff will deal with it swiftly and effectively.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Teachers take time to get to know each pupil well, ensuring their safety.
Extracurricular Offerings: Pupils can attend a range of sports clubs, such as table basketball and athletics clubs, as well as an eco club and a samba drumming group.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Minimal learning time is lost due to swift handling of disruptions.
Career Counselling Services: High-quality information about the world of work is available to all pupils.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Teachers adapt their teaching skillfully, to ensure all pupils can access the challenging work given to them.
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Pool Hayes Academy is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in West Midlands County, West Midlands.
It has 1111 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 20 : 1.
At this school, 31% 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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The Academy Transformation Trust family of academies includes Pool Hayes Academy. Every child, in our opinion, matters and merits a top-notch education. Our staff has first-hand experience in how to improve education for schools, students, and teachers. According to us, collaborating closely among schools to exchange best practises will ensure that every child in the UK has the best opportunity at success in life. To make this goal a reality, we founded ATT. As a not for profit trust, we work with our growing family of primary and secondary academies and further education providers in the Midlands, East of England and South East. Our mission is to provide the very best education for all pupils and the highest level of support for our staff to ensure every child leaves our academies with everything they need to reach their full potential.
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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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B
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 20.7 | - | 17 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 31% | 98% | 37% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 0.00% | 35.00% | 0.00% |
| 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 | -0.38 | 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 | 40.2 | 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 | 31% | 32% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 48% | 47.31% | 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 | 55% | 26.41% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 13% | 10.83% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 27% | 15.07% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.43 | 2.97 | 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 | 89% | 89.14% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 187 | 158 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 78% | 82.68% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 51% | 40.32% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 26% | 40.14% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.27% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 2.14% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 2.27% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 4.18% | 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 | -0.3 | 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 | 41.4 | 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 | 33% | 37.61% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 54% | 51.75% | 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 | 46% | 25.07% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 17% | 13.54% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 26% | 17.68% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.5 | 3.25 | 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 | 92% | 91.55% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 184 | 153 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 88% | 86.86% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 52% | 37.68% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 35% | 43.64% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.41% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 5.27% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 1.36% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 3.27% | 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 | -0.08 | 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 | 40.8 | 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 | 25% 1 | 35.08% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 49% 4 | 52.62% | 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 | 39% | 25.96% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 7% 2 | 12.81% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 14% 3 | 17.5% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.25 | 3.29 | 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 | 93% | 92.52% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 174 | 145 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 86% | 86.9% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 31% | 34.71% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 52% | 43.43% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.19% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 8.43% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 3.05% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 2.52% | 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 | -0.35 | 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 | 42.7 | 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 | 24% 1 | 35.16% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 45% | 51% | 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 | 45% | 29.4% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 5% 2 | 13.96% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 11% 8 | 18.8% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.23 | 3.33 | 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 | 92% | 89.57% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 187 | 149 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 86% | 78.81% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 43% | 31.19% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 43% | 43.57% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 7.9% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 2.95% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 2.05% | 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 | -0.17 | 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 | 25% | 36.2% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 45% | 53.92% | 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 | 7% | 26.72% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 3% | 17.04% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 3% | 18.12% | 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% | 87.52% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 198 | 150 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 89% | 68.67% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 48% | 29.52% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 40% | 44.52% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 6.81% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 11% | 4.67% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 2.76% | 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 | 26.6 | 26.26 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 28.67 | 23.16 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.00% | 7.17% | 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 | 56 | 157 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 55% | 60.78% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 9% | 6.11% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 14% | 18.17% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 16% | 12.06% | 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 | 35.12 | 30.7 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 27.01 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 11.34% | 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 | 192 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 36% | 64.72% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 16% | 5.78% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 31% | 11.78% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 10% | 12.56% | 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 | 23.58 2 | 24.34 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 28.13 1 | 24.85 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 12.5% | 7.81% | 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 | 69 | 170 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 59% | 63.17% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 17% | 10.22% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 12% | 12.17% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 9.11% | 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 | 25.00 5 | 24.15 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 29.17 6 | 23.53 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 8.3% | 6.29% | 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 | - | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 16 | 15.26% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 11% | 6.95% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 23% | 10.79% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 5.21% | 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 | 30.41 | 25.94 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 35.95 | 26.03 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 14.3% | 7.29% | 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 | 8 | 19.26% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 11% | 6.79% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 11% | 14.05% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 18% | 4.05% | 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 | 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
20 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Pool Hayes Academy
Local authority ratio 19 : 1