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Shire Oak Academy
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- Walsall WS9 9PA
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Requires Improvement
| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Requires Improvement |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Requires Improvement |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
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Academic Progress: Students do well overall, especially in the sixth form.
Academic Progress: Pupils feel better prepared for key stage 4 with curriculum improvements.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Classroom behavior is generally good, but social time behavior needs better management.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Mixed perceptions; systems improved but older pupils see little change.
Qualifications and Training: Effective training provided to improve teachers' skills.
Current Educational Practices: Teachers stay updated with well-organized training.
Qualifications and Training: Staff appreciate the training received; morale high.
Current Educational Practices: Shared pedagogy development positively impacts teaching.
Strengths and Challenges: Staff morale is high, thanks to support from leadership.
Strengths and Challenges: Some subjects in key stage 3 need improvement for better preparation.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents can give feedback through Ofsted Parent View.
Communication: School communicates effectively about students鈥� progress and events.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents' feedback is considered during inspections.
Opportunities for Involvement: Engagement efforts improve attendance and parent relationships.
Communication: Better parent engagement noted, seen as supportive.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Staff effectively handle bullying and other concerns.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders are focused on improving sixth form and SEND provision.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Significant changes increase capacity for improvement.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders effectively address behaviour issues.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying is uncommon and well-managed when it occurs.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Pupils are happy, feel safe, and understand personal safety topics.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying considered rare among younger pupils.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Improved behaviour systems, but more work needed.
Extracurricular Offerings: Wide range of after-school clubs and activities available.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Students balance academic work and extracurriculars well.
Outdoor Facilities: School has adequate facilities and activities for students.
Career Counselling Services: Good independent careers advice provided, with few pupils lacking further education or training options.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Strong learning environment and support for sixth form transition.
Managing and Supporting SEND: SEND students thrive with individualized support.
Subjects Offered: Broad curriculum offered, but key stage 3 needs better alignment with key stage 4 English Baccalaureate.
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Shire Oak Academy is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in West Midlands County, West Midlands.
It has 1425 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 17 : 1.
At this school, 35% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
96.20% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Requires Improvement by recent Ofsted inspection.
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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 | Requires Improvement | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 17.5 | - | 15.6 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 35% | 98% | 22% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 4.70% | 35.00% | 19.00% |
| 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 | -0.81 | 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 | 38.7 | 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 | 35% | 32% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 51% | 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 | 4% | 26.41% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 2% | 10.83% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 3% | 15.07% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.12 | 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 | 91% | 89.14% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 260 | 158 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 78% | 82.68% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 35% | 40.32% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 42% | 40.14% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.27% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 2.14% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 2.27% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 9% | 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 | -0.47 | 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 | 43.2 | 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 | 38% | 37.61% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 63% | 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 | 4% | 25.07% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 1% | 13.54% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 3% | 17.68% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.42 | 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 | 94% | 91.55% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 251 | 153 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 87% | 86.86% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 45% | 37.68% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 42% | 43.64% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.41% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | SP | 5.27% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 1.36% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 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 | -0.21 | 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 | 45.2 | 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 | 37% 5 | 35.08% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 62% 9 | 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 | 37% | 25.96% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 14% 5 | 12.81% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 25% 6 | 17.5% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.92 | 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 | 94% | 92.52% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 232 | 145 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 81% | 86.9% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 39% | 34.71% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 40% | 43.43% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.19% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 8.43% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 8% | 3.05% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 6% | 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 | -0.26 | 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 | 43 | 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 | 32% 1 | 35.16% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 53% 5 | 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 | 35% | 29.4% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 9% 10 | 13.96% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 19% 3 | 18.8% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.58 | 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 | 95% | 89.57% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 237 | 149 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 84% | 78.81% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 35% | 31.19% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 46% | 43.57% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 7.9% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 2.95% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 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 | -0.5 | 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 | 43.5 | 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 | 31% | 36.2% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 58% | 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 | 39% | 26.72% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 19% | 17.04% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 22% | 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 | 93% | 87.52% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 240 | 150 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 85% | 68.67% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 37% | 29.52% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 47% | 44.52% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 6.81% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 9% | 4.67% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 9% | 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 | 27.93 | 26.26 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 28.37 | 23.16 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 4.70% | 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 | 106 | 157 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 60% | 60.78% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 6.11% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 23% | 18.17% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 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 | 30.02 | 30.7 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.22 | 27.01 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 13.9% | 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 | 86 | 192 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 71% | 64.72% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 7% | 5.78% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 10% | 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 | 27.84 2 | 24.34 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.70 4 | 24.85 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 14.3% | 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 | 100 | 170 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 55% | 63.17% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 20% | 10.22% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 13% | 12.17% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 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 3 | 24.15 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 28.79 2 | 23.53 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 5.8% | 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 | 7 | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 19 | 15.26% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 14% | 6.95% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 17% | 10.79% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 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 | 22.33 | 25.94 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 30.87 | 26.03 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 6.0% | 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 | 22 | 19.26% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 9% | 6.79% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 24% | 14.05% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 4.05% | 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 | 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
17 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Shire Oak Academy
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
