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Sheffield Springs 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 | Requires Improvement |
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Academic Progress: Current pupils are making much stronger progress as a result of improved teaching.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils鈥� behaviour has improved significantly, but a few are still passive in class.
Qualifications and Training: Commitment to staff professional development through training pathways is an essential component of the school鈥檚 improvement.
Current Educational Practices: Supported by the trust, leaders have taken decisive action to improve the quality of teaching.
Strengths and Challenges: A very large number of teachers have left the school, necessitating the use of cover teachers and temporary appointments.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents work closely with the school to improve attendance and engagement.
Communication: Leaders communicate effectively with parents regarding attendance and child support.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents are likely satisfied with improvements in teaching and behavior management.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders have made substantial changes and improved standards of behavior and aspirations.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders have decisively acted to improve teaching quality and students' progress.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Instances of bullying are rare and dealt with effectively when they occur.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: A strong culture of safeguarding exists across the school.
Extracurricular Offerings: Wide range of sporting, cultural, and artistic activities available through 'Springs promise' and 'Springs challenge'.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: School supports balancing academic and extracurricular engagements effectively.
Career Counselling Services: Recently overhauled careers education programme, mapped out with care.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Effective teaching supports gains in subjects and prepares pupils for next steps.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Pupils with SEND make strong progress due to effective teaching and support.
Subjects Offered: A wider range of subjects is taught, including music and performing arts. Increased options at key stage 4.
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Sheffield Springs Academy is a Secondary, Co-Ed, Christian school located in South Yorkshire, Yorkshire and The Humber.
It has 1054 students from age 11-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 20 : 1.
At this school, 22% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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The school has launched the "Early Risers" programme as part of its dedicated transition programme, inviting Year 6 students who are going up into our Year 7 to join us for the final three weeks of the summer term.
After being introduced to the school in July of last year, students and parents visited, participated in lessons, and spent time learning about our standards and ethos.
The program's main goal is to help students adjust to Sheffield Springs Academy before classes break for the summer. It does this by letting them know what to expect from us, letting them know what to expect from their new environment, helping them meet new people, and allaying any fears they may have about moving up to secondary school.
The foundation of all we do is learning, and in each of our classrooms, we have extremely high standards that we want every student to meet.
Early Risers has already had a significant beneficial impact, as noted by parents, students, and staff.
Head of School Mark Shipman stated: "Each year, we frequently hear from parents and kids who are anxious or concerned about the transition from primary to secondary education.
About 200 kids have already participated in the programme with the help of their primary school teachers, participating in a variety of activities like learning about the schedule, getting to know important staff members, attending literacy and enterprise events, and attending themed special assemblies.
The academy's annual sports day and summer school during the holidays are additional opportunities for the new enrollees.
Due to the Early Risers program's tremendous success, we will once more be providing this opportunity to all Y6 children who have been assigned a secondary school spot at Springs Academy beginning in September 2017.
On the week of May 22, 2017, all parents will get information about the programme in a letter delivered to their homes.
94% of parents reported that their child's time in the Early Riser Program was favourable.
Parents support another run of the programme 97% of the time.
In accordance with 91% of pupils, the Early Riser Program was enjoyable.
For Y6, it is a terrific head start and builds their self-esteem for when they formally begin secondary school.
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After being introduced to the school in July of last year, students and parents visited, participated in lessons, and spent time learning about our standards and ethos.
The program's main goal is to help students adjust to Sheffield Springs Academy before classes break for the summer. It does this by letting them know what to expect from us, letting them know what to expect from their new environment, helping them meet new people, and allaying any fears they may have about moving up to secondary school.
The foundation of all we do is learning, and in each of our classrooms, we have extremely high standards that we want every student to meet.
Early Risers has already had a significant beneficial impact, as noted by parents, students, and staff.
Head of School Mark Shipman stated: "Each year, we frequently hear from parents and kids who are anxious or concerned about the transition from primary to secondary education.
About 200 kids have already participated in the programme with the help of their primary school teachers, participating in a variety of activities like learning about the schedule, getting to know important staff members, attending literacy and enterprise events, and attending themed special assemblies.
The academy's annual sports day and summer school during the holidays are additional opportunities for the new enrollees.
Due to the Early Risers program's tremendous success, we will once more be providing this opportunity to all Y6 children who have been assigned a secondary school spot at Springs Academy beginning in September 2017.
On the week of May 22, 2017, all parents will get information about the programme in a letter delivered to their homes.
94% of parents reported that their child's time in the Early Riser Program was favourable.
Parents support another run of the programme 97% of the time.
In accordance with 91% of pupils, the Early Riser Program was enjoyable.
For Y6, it is a terrific head start and builds their self-esteem for when they formally begin secondary school.
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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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B
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-16 | 11-16 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 20.5 | 15.1 | 16.6 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 22% | 48% | 38% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| 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 | 33.6 | 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 | 22% | 37.38% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 41% | 52.71% | 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 | 36% | 31.69% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 7% | 14.26% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 12% | 20.14% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 2.91 | 3.28 | 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 | 79% | 89.26% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 130 | 180 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 72% | 82.26% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 58% | 35.13% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 11% | 31.61% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 2% | 7.58% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 7.9% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 3.42% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 3.58% | 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 | -0.53 | 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 | 38.4 | 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 | 30% | 37.95% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 52% | 50.45% | 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 | 31% | 26.5% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 7% | 14.5% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 12% | 18.81% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.22 | 3.13 | 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 | 84% | 89.03% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 134 | 178 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 78% | 84.23% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 55% | 36.33% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 19% | 31.83% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 4% | 8.07% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 7.87% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 2.53% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 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 | - | 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 | 38.6 | 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 | 19% 12 | 28.68% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 37% 12 | 44.22% | 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 | 30% | 26.73% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 4% | 12.07% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 12% | 16.78% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 2.95 | 2.87 | 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 | 90% | 85.78% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 135 | 153 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 80% | 78.78% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 57% | 39.78% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 23% | 30.59% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.56% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 7.78% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 4.19% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 8% | 2.85% | 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 | 0.45 | 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 | 31% | 28.79% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 49% 1 | 41.32% | 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 | 1% | 23.34% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 10.61% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 14.16% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.16 | 2.68 | 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 | 87% | 93.04% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 182 | 166 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 76% | 85.13% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 62% | 37.43% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 13% | 29.48% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 7.26% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 7.83% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 4.35% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 6% | 2.48% | 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 | 0.65 | 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 | 46.4 | 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 | 31% | 32.33% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 50% | 45.45% | 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 | 4% | 27.06% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 3% | 14.79% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 4% | 16% | 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 | 93% | 90.17% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 165 | 159 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 87% | 78.48% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 70% | 40.52% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 16% | 29% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 7.17% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 7.22% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 8% | 6.3% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 6% | 3.22% | 2.45% |
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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 | 31st Mar 2025 - 11th 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 | 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 - 30th Mar 2025 |
| Summer Term | 12th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 23rd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
20 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Sheffield Springs Academy
Local authority ratio 19 : 1