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Rockwood Academy
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- Birmingham B8 3HG
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Academic Progress: Pupils make good progress and attain high standards.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Behaviour is good and has improved with clear expectations.
Qualifications and Training: Regular training ensures skills develop quickly.
Current Educational Practices: Shared approaches to teaching and assessment.
Strengths and Challenges: Strong subject knowledge and positive relationships. Some inconsistencies in a small number of subjects.
Opportunities for Involvement: Innovative projects engage parents positively.
Communication: Regular communication about pupil progress and school events.
Parent Satisfaction: A small but decreasing minority remain resistant to changes.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Robust procedures ensure concerns are addressed swiftly.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Focused on raising standards with high-quality staffing appointments.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying incidents are rare and dealt with swiftly.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Effective safeguarding, pupils taught how to keep safe.
Extracurricular Offerings: Strong partnerships provide enrichment opportunities.
Outdoor Facilities: Pupils take part in activities like football, well-supervised environment.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Opportunities in performing arts for older pupils.
Career Counselling Services: Suitable programme of careers education including work experience.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Pupils well prepared academically for their next phase.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Progress for SEND pupils is improving but still lags behind classmates.
Subjects Offered: Broad range of subjects including English, mathematics, sciences, and humanities.
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Rockwood Academy is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in West Midlands County, West Midlands.
It has 1084 students from age 11-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 20 : 1.
At this school, 33% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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The great students and committed faculty at Rockwood Academy have a certain enchantment about them. The essential values of Rockwood Academy鈥攃ollaboration, opportunity, respect, and excellence鈥攁re one of its strengths. We genuinely want to help every child realise their academic potential and talents so they can succeed at a level well above what they might do elsewhere. Every child will have an educational route that is catered to their unique requirements and aspirations thanks to our individualised curriculum. This will be a potent mix with our unwavering commitment to inspirational education, and it will result in the best outcomes for your child. But more significantly, we'll promote a climate of respect and trust between people. Young individuals with the capacity for independent thought, genuine integrity, and the potential to lead tomorrow's society will be fostered at Rockwood Academy. Every child has limitless potential, and Rockwood Academy students will be given the willpower and fortitude to influence the constantly changing world in which we live by achieving their goals. Your child will thrive if you, as parents or carers, work together in a partnership that is genuinely collaborative between home and school. Education should be hard and rewarding, but it should also have the potential to change people's lives. I am sincerely motivated by the idea of achieving that for the Rockwood Academy pupils, and we are adamant that no child will be left behind.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
B
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B-
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A
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Outstanding |
| Age range | 11-16 | 11-18 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 20.5 | - | 16.6 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 33% | 98% | 58% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | 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 | -0.09 | 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 | 41.9 | 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 | 33% | 32.27% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 54% | 44.69% | 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 | 28% | 31.13% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 7% | 11.85% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 14% | 17.18% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.70 | 2.94 | 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% | 91.76% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 120 | 140 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 88.41% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 40% | 35.82% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 15% | 30.85% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 35% | 11.65% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 10.32% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 1.26% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 2.12% | 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 | 0.22 | 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 | 44.8 | 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 | 44% | 35.15% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 58% | 46.51% | 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 | 83% | 29.66% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 22% | 14.23% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 35% | 18.76% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.16 | 3.02 | 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% | 92.12% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 116 | 140 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 90.01% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 29% | 35.88% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 24% | 32.43% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 36% | 11.73% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 10.12% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 0.83% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 1.22% | 2.13% |
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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 | 0.19 | 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 | 44.1 | 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 | 39% 12 | 29.84% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 56% 10 | 43.52% | 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 | 51% | 30.49% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 21% 12 | 13.17% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 36% 24 | 19.23% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.9 | 2.95 | 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 | 91% | 92.99% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 112 | 130 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 89% | 89.72% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 39% | 34.11% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 15% | 34.95% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 35% | 9.14% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 11.49% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 1.78% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 1.59% | 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 | -0.36 | 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 | 40.6 | 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 | 27% 7 | 28.45% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 46% 11 | 41.81% | 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 | 21% | 28.92% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 9% 7 | 12.28% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 12% 9 | 17.63% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.36 | 2.88 | 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 | 90% | 90.88% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 115 | 131 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 86% | 80.5% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 43% | 27.29% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | - | 34.1% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 31% | 11.61% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 9.1% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 1.33% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 0.89% | 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 | 0.81 | 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 | 47.1 | 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 | 34% | 29.99% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 57% | 43.66% | 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 | 27% | 30% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 16% | 16.12% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 21% | 18% | 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 | 87% | 85.6% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 126 | 126 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 40.27% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 35% | 28.18% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 22% | 33.19% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 28% | 11.09% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 6.6% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 2.16% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.48% | 2.45% |
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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 | 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 Rockwood Academy
Local authority ratio 19 : 1