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Sawtry Village Academy
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Requires Improvement |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
| 16 to 19 study programmes | Outstanding |
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Academic Progress: Progress is above average across a broad range of subjects
Behaviour and Attitudes: Behaviour has improved significantly, enabling focused learning
Qualifications and Training: Teachers have good subject knowledge and receive relevant training
Current Educational Practices: Clear expectations for teaching and learning are established
Strengths and Challenges: Support packages for teachers needing improvement; low-level behavior issues rare
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents can engage through social media and presentations
Communication: Effective use of a parent app to inform parents
Parent Satisfaction: Parents show strong support and acknowledge improvements
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders receive challenge and support to build improvements
Actions for Quality Improvement: High aspirations and new initiatives like 'pledges' implemented
Managing Bullying and Safety: Strong anti-bullying ethos with effective resolution of issues
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Pupils feel safe; safeguarding training up-to-date
Extracurricular Offerings: Good program of extra-curricular activities
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: 'Period 6' provides additional support sessions and activities
Outdoor Facilities: Additional bus service for extracurricular participants
Career Counselling Services: Structured careers program with university and industry visits
Preparation for Sixth Form: Sixth form provides outstanding education with high ambitions
Managing and Supporting SEND: Effective support for students with SEN; positive outcomes
Subjects Offered: Broad choice of subjects available, especially in sixth form
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Sawtry Village Academy is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Cambridgeshire, East of England.
It has 994 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1.
At this school, 49% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
97.70% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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I have worked in education my entire professional life, mostly in Sawtry, so when I was chosen to lead the Academy in February 2019, I was quite happy about it.
I am dedicated to offering a top-notch educational experience in a setting where learning and individual success are at the centre of everything that is done.
Since the Academy joined the Cambridge Meridian Academies Trust (CMAT) in April 2015, both staff and students have experienced an exhilarating period of rapid improvement and development.
All of the kids at Sawtry Village Academy are held to high standards, and in return they receive a top-notch education at the centre of their neighbourhood.
After the most recent Ofsted inspection in January 2018, it is clear that Sawtry Village Academy students benefit from excellent instruction provided by staff who are knowledgeable in their fields and continually work to improve their teaching techniques in order to ensure the best possible progress and achievement outcomes for all students.
All staff members provide exceptional student care throughout the Academy, ensuring that high expectations for student achievement may be met.
A broad and balanced curriculum helps students develop the crucial abilities of leadership, teamwork, and cooperation through involvement in a wide range of extracurricular activities outside of the classroom, such as sport, music, and community service.
Whatever their level of success, we want children to put in a lot of effort, learn how to persevere when things become tough, and together, we will celebrate their development and accomplishments.
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I am dedicated to offering a top-notch educational experience in a setting where learning and individual success are at the centre of everything that is done.
Since the Academy joined the Cambridge Meridian Academies Trust (CMAT) in April 2015, both staff and students have experienced an exhilarating period of rapid improvement and development.
All of the kids at Sawtry Village Academy are held to high standards, and in return they receive a top-notch education at the centre of their neighbourhood.
After the most recent Ofsted inspection in January 2018, it is clear that Sawtry Village Academy students benefit from excellent instruction provided by staff who are knowledgeable in their fields and continually work to improve their teaching techniques in order to ensure the best possible progress and achievement outcomes for all students.
All staff members provide exceptional student care throughout the Academy, ensuring that high expectations for student achievement may be met.
A broad and balanced curriculum helps students develop the crucial abilities of leadership, teamwork, and cooperation through involvement in a wide range of extracurricular activities outside of the classroom, such as sport, music, and community service.
Whatever their level of success, we want children to put in a lot of effort, learn how to persevere when things become tough, and together, we will celebrate their development and accomplishments.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
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| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-16 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 16.8 | 15.1 | 20.3 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 49% | 48% | 31% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 14.80% | - | 10.00% |
| 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 | 0.42 | 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 | 50.2 | 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 | 49% | 28.91% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 77% | 39.33% | 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 | 45% | 21.79% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 20% | 12.46% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 32% | 16.17% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.39 | 2.68 | 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 | 96% | 92.05% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 156 | 147 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 89% | 85.63% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 38% | 23.66% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 51% | 19.85% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 28.37% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 13.83% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 2.15% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 4.07% | 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 | 0.61 | 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 | 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% | 31.24% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 78% | 41.76% | 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 | 25% | 23.32% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 18% | 15.45% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 21% | 18.89% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.34 | 2.95 | 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 | 95% | 93.65% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 140 | 145 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 89% | 89.83% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 21% | 24.3% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 67% | 22.65% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 1% | 27.38% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 15.65% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 1.6% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 2.2% | 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 | 0.4 | 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 | 50.5 | 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 | 52% 10 | 26.86% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 72% 7 | 38.05% | 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 | 25% | 20.1% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 16% 2 | 10.87% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 20% 8 | 14.52% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.43 | 2.57 | 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 | 98% | 94.38% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 192 | 148 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 93% | 87.7% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 34% | 26.41% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 57% | 19.95% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 2% | 28.22% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 13.11% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 3.14% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 3.57% | 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 | 0.26 | 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 | 47.2 | 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 | 42% 7 | 26.03% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 65% 3 | 37.13% | 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 | 35% | 19.76% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 18% 8 | 10.26% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 28% 1 | 13.9% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.21 | 2.54 | 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 | 98% | 85.5% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 213 | 152 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 88% | 79.09% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 30% | 20.76% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 57% | 18.06% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 27.12% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 8.35% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 8% | 2.88% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 2.65% | 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 | 0.43 | 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 | 50.4 | 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 | 49% | 26.74% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 68% | 37.46% | 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 | 33% | 20.08% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 26% | 12.67% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 29% | 13.77% | 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 | 96% | 82.34% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 223 | 163 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 72.56% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 48% | 28.41% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 41% | 16.75% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 2% | 26.63% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 2.97% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 4.41% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 6% | 3.97% | 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 | 32.76 | 30.76 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.58 | 31.29 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 14.80% | 19.23% | 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 | 73 | 227 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 58% | 51.06% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 4.61% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 32% | 28.06% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 9.33% | 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 | 34.25 | 32.9 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 37.24 | 33.26 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 13.8% | 21.91% | 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 | 79 | 242 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 58% | 52.33% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 4.61% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 24% | 25.28% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 10.33% | 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 | 32.34 1 | 28.92 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 34.59 2 | 29.51 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 11.1% | 16.07% | 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 | 64 | 212 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 52% | 52% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 8% | 6.32% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 31% | 25.95% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 9.63% | 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 | 31.07 1 | 28.17 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.18 2 | 28.56 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 7.3% | 16.03% | 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 | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 17 | 50% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 10% | 4.56% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 18% | 21.19% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 3.06% | 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 | 32.1 | 29.3 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 34.12 | 30.28 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 7.8% | 18.35% | 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 | - | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 21 | 55.53% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 9% | 5.53% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 23% | 23.73% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 2.93% | 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 | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 24th Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 3rd 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 - 23rd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
16 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Sawtry Village Academy
Local authority ratio 19 : 1