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Skinners' Academy
- Secondary
- Hackney N4 1SY
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
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Academic Progress: Pupils study a broad curriculum and do well
Behaviour and Attitudes: Generally calm, with effective behaviour systems
Qualifications and Training: Teachers have secure subject knowledge
Current Educational Practices: Teachers explain concepts clearly
Strengths and Challenges: Teachers need to improve checking pupils鈥� understanding
Opportunities for Involvement: School outings and extra-curricular activities restarted
Communication: Leaders communicate effectively about pupils' needs
Parent Satisfaction: Parents can use Ofsted Parent View for feedback
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Staff deal with behaviour issues quickly
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders are refining the curriculum
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying is rare and dealt with by staff
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Clear safeguarding systems in place
Extracurricular Offerings: Football, steel band, Duke of Edinburgh Award
Outdoor Facilities: Newly restarted school outings and activities
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Monitoring shows some pupils not taking up opportunities
Career Counselling Services: Effective one-to-one advice in sixth form
Preparation for Sixth Form: Most students continue to university
Managing and Supporting SEND: Structured approach ensures success
Subjects Offered: Range of A-level and vocational qualifications
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Skinners' Academy is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Greater London, London.
It has 1045 students from age 11-19 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 32 : 1.
At this school, 37% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
90.70% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Skinners' Academy is a genuinely excellent institution that strives to rank among the top schools in London by providing students with an exceptional all-around education.
Courage At Skinners' Academy, we don't mind taking chances.
Excellence In all we do at Skinners' Academy, we aim for excellence.
We aspire to excel in whatever we do. The mission of Skinners' Academy is to "Provide Students with the Skills They Need to Succeed in Life" by utilising Enterprise Education.
The Government has given high attention to enterprise education, thus Skinners' Academy is happy to be at the forefront of this movement by focusing on enterprise.
Skinners' Academy has decided to concentrate on ten innovative talents in order for students to pursue any vocation to their own profit as well as that of the economy and their society. These include. Our enterprise culture permeates all we do and contributes to the fact that we stand out as a school that develops the "whole kid."
In order for our students to benefit from professional industry expertise, we have collaborated with more than 50 local, national, and worldwide employers over the past few years in addition to other education providers.
unique prospects for strengthening education in collaboration with institutions like Into University, the London School of Economics, Cambridge, and others.
Our area of expertise will make it possible for every student to have an excellent and interesting learning experience, regardless of what they hope to accomplish.
In whatever future profession, training, or educational environment they choose, this will help them realise their full potential.
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Courage At Skinners' Academy, we don't mind taking chances.
Excellence In all we do at Skinners' Academy, we aim for excellence.
We aspire to excel in whatever we do. The mission of Skinners' Academy is to "Provide Students with the Skills They Need to Succeed in Life" by utilising Enterprise Education.
The Government has given high attention to enterprise education, thus Skinners' Academy is happy to be at the forefront of this movement by focusing on enterprise.
Skinners' Academy has decided to concentrate on ten innovative talents in order for students to pursue any vocation to their own profit as well as that of the economy and their society. These include. Our enterprise culture permeates all we do and contributes to the fact that we stand out as a school that develops the "whole kid."
In order for our students to benefit from professional industry expertise, we have collaborated with more than 50 local, national, and worldwide employers over the past few years in addition to other education providers.
unique prospects for strengthening education in collaboration with institutions like Into University, the London School of Economics, Cambridge, and others.
Our area of expertise will make it possible for every student to have an excellent and interesting learning experience, regardless of what they hope to accomplish.
In whatever future profession, training, or educational environment they choose, this will help them realise their full potential.
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-19 | 11-18 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 32.9 | - | 13.8 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 37% | 98% | 51% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 5.00% | 35.00% | 2.20% |
| 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 | -0.21 | 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% | 39.23% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 58% | 51.77% | 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 | 40% | 36% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 12% | 18.43% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 19% | 24.4% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.08 | 3.11 | 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% | 95.5% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 175 | 124 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 94.19% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 41% | 25.69% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 37% | 42.13% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 13% | 7.63% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 18.75% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 0.5% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 0.94% | 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 | -0.34 | 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 | 48.1 | 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 | 49% | 43.34% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 74% | 56.59% | 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 | 53% | 39.1% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 20% | 14.1% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 29% | 20.07% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.25 | 3.07 | 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% | 87.47% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 181 | 124 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 92% | 86.73% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 35% | 21.07% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 41% | 47.47% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 17% | 7.2% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 11.27% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 0.4% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 0.6% | 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 | 0.16 | 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 | 46.7 | 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 | 48% 5 | 35.32% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 72% 2 | 48% | 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 | 41% | 32.07% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 15% 2 | 12.96% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 28% 8 | 18.89% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.09 | 2.79 | 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 | 96% | 95.29% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 170 | 119 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 94% | 94% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 37% | 27.21% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 41% | 41.79% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 15% | 6.36% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 18.57% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 0.5% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 1% | 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 | 0.21 | 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 | 48.2 | 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 | 43% | 33.12% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 74% 13 | 45.23% | 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 | 38% | 27.88% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 13% 9 | 10.19% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 20% 4 | 15.54% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.18 | 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 | 97% | 87.54% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 168 | 128 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 96% | 71.46% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 40% | 28.69% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 43% | 38.62% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 2.08% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 10.77% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 0.15% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 0.15% | 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 | 0.02 | 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 | 46.7 | 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 | 43% | 33.83% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 61% | 47.21% | 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 | 30% | 28.67% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 22% | 15.75% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 24% | 17.92% | 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 | 94% | 85.23% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 154 | 121 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 13.92% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 38% | 21.92% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 39% | 36.77% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 1.92% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 4.38% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 1% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 0.38% | 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 | 26.91 | 31.03 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 28.25 | 30.59 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 5.00% | 9.18% | 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 | 58 | 98 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 72% | 67% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 3.6% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 13% | 11.2% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 8.2% | 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 | 30.9 | 34.4 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.02 | 33.64 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 5.3% | 13.82% | 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 | 74 | 95 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 80% | 67.8% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 7% | 2.6% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 1% | 8.8% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 13.3% | 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 | 29.79 1 | 28.44 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 27.52 4 | 27.11 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 4.3% | 8.67% | 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 | 48 | 86 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 88% | 64.5% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 0% | 3.1% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 0% | 12.6% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 9.9% | 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 | 30.37 2 | 26.08 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 31.88 3 | 27.76 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 8.55% | 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 | - | 4.88% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 2.88% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 4.75% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 4.63% | 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 | 28.68 | 25.49 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 28.67 | 25.57 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 2.5% | 7.76% | 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 | - | 1 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 14.43% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 4.29% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | - | 13.57% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 5.71% | 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 | 23rd 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 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
32 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Skinners' Academy
Local authority ratio 16 : 1
