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South Nottinghamshire Academy
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- Radcliffe on Trent NG12 2FQ
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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 |
| 16 to 19 study programmes | Good |
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Academic Progress: In most subjects, high-ability pupils now making better progress
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well around the school and are attentive and focused in lessons
Qualifications and Training: Teachers have good subject knowledge and use it effectively
Current Educational Practices: Leaders check and improve teaching quality through careful planning
Strengths and Challenges: Good relationships between pupils and teachers support learning
Opportunities for Involvement: School works well with parents of vulnerable pupils
Communication: Parents told inspectors that pastoral care at the school is excellent
Parent Satisfaction: Parents are happy about the quality of teaching
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders handle concerns efficiently, ensuring safety
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders have made improvements to the curriculum
Managing Bullying and Safety: Pupils know how to stay safe and deal with bullying
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Staff look after vulnerable pupils very well
Extracurricular Offerings: Wide range of extra-curricular opportunities available
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Support for balancing academic and extracurricular activities is good
Outdoor Facilities: Pupils value the new sports facilities available
Career Counselling Services: High-quality careers advice and guidance
Preparation for Sixth Form: Comprehensive programme of preparation for higher education
Managing and Supporting SEND: Many year groups' achievement is similar to national standards
Subjects Offered: Curriculum prepares pupils well for life in modern Britain
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South Nottinghamshire Academy is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Nottinghamshire, East Midlands.
It has 893 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 17 : 1.
At this school, 43% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
95.50% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Ofsted (February 2017) confirmed that we are 'Good' in all areas with many examples of exemplary practice. 99% of parents said they would tell other parents about South Nottinghamshire Academy (Ofsted parental survey, February 2017). "Progress and attainment are rising, and personnel regularly hold themselves to high standards" (Ofsted report, February 2017). Sixth-form students are generally more satisfied with their education and advancement than students from other institutions who received comparable GCSE scores (Ofsted report, February 2017). "The school has a peaceful atmosphere, and the children act appropriately in class and out of class. The health of the students is important " (Ofsted report, February 2017). We are familiar with every pupil, ensuring that nobody escapes detection or slips through the cracks. Our brand-new school facility offers us cutting-edge amenities that satisfy the educational requirements of both our current pupils and upcoming generations.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
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| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Outstanding |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 17.8 | - | 17.8 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 43% | 98% | 72% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 18.90% | 35.00% | 19.30% |
| 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 | 0.36 | 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 | 49.9 | 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 | 43% | 30.47% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 73% | 45.87% | 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 | 67% | 26.71% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 29% | 10.76% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 43% | 15.53% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.54 | 2.88 | 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 | 95% | 90.88% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 106 | 156 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 84% | 82.72% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 28% | 34.62% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 55% | 31.82% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 1% | 4.3% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 11.82% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 8% | 4.24% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 3.92% | 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 | 55.4 | 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 | 53% | 34.29% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 77% | 48.84% | 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 | 64% | 23.77% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 35% | 12.61% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 50% | 17.05% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.02 | 3.01 | 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% | 94.64% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 104 | 155 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 87% | 88.9% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 29% | 36.64% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 56% | 33.76% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 2% | 4.28% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 14.16% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 2.96% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 2.8% | 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 | 0.32 | 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 | 56.1 | 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 | 60% 7 | 32.2% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 83% 1 | 49.35% | 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 | 47% | 27.02% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 30% 8 | 11.44% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 39% 1 | 16.41% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.93 | 3.09 | 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 | 89% | 92.65% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 79 | 138 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 73% | 84.39% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 34% | 36.98% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 38% | 31.65% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 3.02% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 12.74% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 4.43% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 13% | 3.91% | 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 | 0.22 | 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 | 51.7 | 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 | 53% 18 | 32.27% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 82% 29 | 48.29% | 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 | 54% | 26% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 22% | 10.88% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 38% 14 | 16.65% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.57 | 3 | 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 | 96% | 90% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 80 | 150 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 75% | 79.09% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 33% | 32.56% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 39% | 34.42% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 1.23% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 10.3% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 11% | 5.07% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 10% | 3.02% | 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 | -0.33 | 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 | 35% | 31.78% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 53% | 46.96% | 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 | 56% | 27.2% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 22% | 15.12% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 24% | 16.8% | 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% | 84.44% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 83 | 154 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 72.14% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 51% | 36.23% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | - | 33.65% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 1.53% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 6.21% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 10% | 7.51% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3.77% | 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 | 34.51 | 30.6 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 35.14 | 30.66 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 18.90% | 10% | 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 | 49 | 100 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 69% | 60.33% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 5.79% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 13% | 20.69% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 7.72% | 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 | 38.36 | 35.09 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 38.38 | 35.36 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 15.2% | 15.36% | 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 | 34 | 117 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 56% | 63.18% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 5.56% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 20% | 17.87% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 9% | 8.62% | 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 | 30.20 1 | 28.23 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.78 2 | 29.77 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 5.6% | 9.39% | 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 | 38 | 112 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 47% | 55.89% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 13% | 10.62% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 36% | 21.54% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 3% | 8% | 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 | 31.25 7 | 28.32 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 30.64 3 | 28.33 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 11.5% | 10.47% | 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 | - | 0 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 6 | 13.43% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 6.11% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 17% | 12.54% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 2.97% | 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 | 24.11 | 25.05 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 27.78 | 27.1 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 3.7% | 8.7% | 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 | 3 | 1 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 5 | 18.66% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 8.06% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 19% | 20.86% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 2.63% | 4.23% |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st 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 | 30th Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 20th 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 - 29th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
17 : 1
Student teacher ratio at South Nottinghamshire Academy
Local authority ratio 20 : 1