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St Aldhelm's Academy
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- Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole BH12 4HS
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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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Qualifications and Training: Teachers are developing in their confidence and deliver teaching which inspires and motivates pupils.
Current Educational Practices: Leaders provide highly effective support and guidance for teachers.
Strengths and Challenges: Teachers' subject knowledge is strong, but middle leaders do not yet develop teaching quality.
Communication: Senior leaders communicate the highest of expectations, raising confidence of staff, pupils, and parents.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents鈥� confidence has been restored due to rapid improvement.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders are resolute in their determination to make the academy outstanding.
Actions for Quality Improvement: The Principal and senior leaders have brought about rapid and sustained improvement.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Pupils feel safe and bullying is rare.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: The school cares very well for pupils with a wide range of support.
Extracurricular Offerings: Pupils appreciate extra opportunities beyond the classroom, including academic support and enrichment.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Individualized academic support and enrichment help balance academics.
Career Counselling Services: Very high-quality careers guidance helps pupils be more ambitious.
Preparation for Sixth Form: All Year 13 learners have obtained places at higher education, apprenticeships, or employment.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Learning support assistants provide helpful support for pupils with special educational needs or disability.
Subjects Offered: The proportion of pupils in mathematics on track to achieve a grade A has improved.
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St Aldhelm's Academy is a top rated, Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Dorset County, South West.
It has 844 students from age 11-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 14 : 1.
At this school, 17% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Both our pupils and we have similar expectations for the teachers who work with them.
At St. Aldhelm's Academy, we sincerely commit to ensuring that all students graduate from Year 11 with a wide range of highly regarded academic and vocational credentials, as well as with a "well-rounded" and informed perspective on life and aspirational goals for themselves in the careers they choose to pursue.
The excellent instruction that children receive every day, as well as our first-rate facilities, which include brand-new classrooms, a theatre, a dance studio, a hair and beauty salon, and a garage, make me very proud.
We share our parents' hope that students would graduate from St. Aldhelm's Academy as resilient, self-assured, creative, kind, and caring young adults who will succeed in navigating life and make meaningful contributions to their local community.
The dedication to our kids' education is evident in the March 2016 OFSTED report, which characterised the school as having been "transformed" by "rapid and persistent progress" by senior management.
During a visit in December 2016, a representative from the Regional School Commissioner echoed the observations made by the inspection team, praising the "calm and harmonious" learning environment as well as the "high level of trust and respect" that exists between teachers and students. The representative also emphasised "consistent and regular marking" as a key strength of the academy.
In summary, the academy continues to provide and improve high quality education for all of its students as each academic term comes to a close.
Students are "proud" to be St. Aldhelm's Academy students, according to the OFSTED inspection team.
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At St. Aldhelm's Academy, we sincerely commit to ensuring that all students graduate from Year 11 with a wide range of highly regarded academic and vocational credentials, as well as with a "well-rounded" and informed perspective on life and aspirational goals for themselves in the careers they choose to pursue.
The excellent instruction that children receive every day, as well as our first-rate facilities, which include brand-new classrooms, a theatre, a dance studio, a hair and beauty salon, and a garage, make me very proud.
We share our parents' hope that students would graduate from St. Aldhelm's Academy as resilient, self-assured, creative, kind, and caring young adults who will succeed in navigating life and make meaningful contributions to their local community.
The dedication to our kids' education is evident in the March 2016 OFSTED report, which characterised the school as having been "transformed" by "rapid and persistent progress" by senior management.
During a visit in December 2016, a representative from the Regional School Commissioner echoed the observations made by the inspection team, praising the "calm and harmonious" learning environment as well as the "high level of trust and respect" that exists between teachers and students. The representative also emphasised "consistent and regular marking" as a key strength of the academy.
In summary, the academy continues to provide and improve high quality education for all of its students as each academic term comes to a close.
Students are "proud" to be St. Aldhelm's Academy students, according to the OFSTED inspection team.
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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 | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-16 | 11-16 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 14.3 | 15.1 | 14.7 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 17% | 48% | 31% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | 15.00% |
| 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 | -0.59 | 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 | 34.7 | 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 | 17% | 33.68% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 44% | 46.16% | 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 | 10% | 23.32% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 2% | 13.11% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 2% | 17.46% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 2.81 | 2.87 | 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 | 89% | 90.46% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 89 | 120 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 76% | 82.89% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 69% | 33.5% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 4% | 33.64% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.29% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 3% | 15.64% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 3.29% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 9% | 4.29% | 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 | -0.67 | 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 | 32.3 | 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 | 14% | 34.78% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 36% | 46.59% | 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 | 14% | 23.81% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 2% | 14.86% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 2% | 18.65% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 2.57 | 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 | 97% | 83.9% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 58 | 112 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 88% | 78.86% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 72% | 35.59% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 14% | 35.03% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.14% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 8% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 2.66% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 2.48% | 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 | -0.18 | 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 | 33.9 | 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 | 16% 2 | 34.3% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 30% 6 | 47.88% | 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 | 3% | 28.76% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 14.48% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 2% 4 | 19.79% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 2.53 | 3.15 | 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 | 92% | 84.33% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 61 | 113 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 82% | 77.44% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 79% | 33.07% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 2% | 34.67% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.22% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 9.59% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 3.33% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 3.41% | 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 | 38.5 | 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 | 18% 12 | 35.56% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 36% 12 | 47.53% | 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 | 21% | 28.63% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 3% | 15.56% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 6% | 20.22% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 2.88 | 3.13 | 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 | 86% | 78.96% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 81 | 118 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 67% | 67.48% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 58% | 31.04% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 6% | 33.52% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.19% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 3.78% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 9% | 3.44% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 11% | 2.89% | 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 | 0.22 | 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 | 39.4 | 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% | 34.74% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 48% | 48.06% | 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 | 7% | 26.55% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 17.1% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 18.45% | 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 | 81% | 75% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 98 | 124 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 72% | 56.73% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 66% | 29.65% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 6% | 37.15% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 4.38% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 11% | 4.81% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 8% | 3.23% | 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 | 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
14 : 1
Student teacher ratio at St Aldhelm's Academy
Local authority ratio 19 : 1