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Stockport Academy
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- Stockport SK3 0UP
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| The quality of education | Inadequate |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Requires Improvement |
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Behaviour and Attitudes: Behaviour has significantly improved; fewer exclusions
Academic Progress: Good progress at key stage 4, but progress of disadvantaged pupils has fallen recently
Qualifications and Training: Teachers received training to improve literacy and numeracy
Current Educational Practices: Assessment systems have improved to target learning more effectively
Strengths and Challenges: Teachers are motivated and feel valued; still work needed in numeracy integration
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents consider the school well-led and report on good behavior and safety
Communication: Parents feel well informed about their children鈥檚 progress
Parent Satisfaction: Parents are happy with the school and its safe environment
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Conflicts and concerns are efficiently managed with a culture of safeguarding
Actions for Quality Improvement: Improved curriculum and monitoring systems to enhance education
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying incidents are rare and well-managed
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Strong culture of safeguarding with regular training for staff
Extracurricular Offerings: Students have many opportunities such as 'sports leaders' program
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Activities promote self-esteem and leadership skills
Career Counselling Services: Preparation for GCSE exams with extra support provided by teachers
Managing and Supporting SEND: Special reading programs for students below age-related expectations
Subjects Offered: Curriculum changes have been made to improve teaching quality
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Stockport Academy is a Secondary, Co-Ed, Christian school located in Greater Manchester, North West.
It has 1015 students from age 11-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 27 : 1.
At this school, 36% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Everyone at the 11鈥�16-year-old Stockport Academy cooperates in accordance with our fundamental values: self-belief, striving for excellence, realising our potential, and respect for one another. We take pride in being active members of the community who work hard to improve ourselves and others. In accordance with the Academy ideals, tolerance, respect for others, honesty, and cooperation are encouraged throughout the curriculum. We put a lot of effort into reaching our academic potential in the classroom and working hard outside of it to acquire new skills that will improve both our own lives and the lives of others. We are dedicated to the development of the full person (including students and staff).
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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 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 27.1 | 15.1 | 19.6 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 36% | 48% | 37% |
| 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 | -0.37 | 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 | 41.4 | 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 | 36% | 22.46% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 55% | 33.07% | 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 | 69% | 22.64% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 18% | 6.25% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 27% | 9.39% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.81 | 2.1 | 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% | 86.53% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 165 | 153 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 84% | 80.07% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 55% | 30.73% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 3% | 4.33% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 25% | 28.93% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 15.87% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 2.07% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 7% | 4.53% | 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 | -0.06 | 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 | 48.6 | 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 | 50% | 23% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 71% | 33.75% | 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 | 70% | 18.89% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 27% | 8.64% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 39% | 11.5% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.4 | 2.12 | 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% | 85.6% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 160 | 149 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 88% | 80.87% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 33% | 18.8% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 2% | 5.27% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 53% | 40.13% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 16.53% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 1.8% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 2.93% | 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 | 0.1 | 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 | 42.7 | 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 | 30% 7 | 21.29% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 56% 1 | 30.79% | 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 | 38% | 19.71% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 10% 2 | 8.42% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 19% 3 | 11.79% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.64 | 2.03 | 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 | 95% | 91.14% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 99 | 138 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 75% | 83.71% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 26% | 14.57% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 3% | 6.36% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 41% | 39.21% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 4% | 23.29% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 13% | 4.71% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 7% | 2.86% | 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 | 0.15 | 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 | 44.2 | 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% 2 | 21.46% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 57% 7 | 33.38% | 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 | 39% | 21.17% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 12% | 8.83% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 22% 8 | 13.04% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.75 | 2.06 | 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 | 93% | 70.14% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 121 | 145 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 82% | 61.29% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 36% | 10.93% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 2% | 4.5% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 44% | 39% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 2.93% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 3.93% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 1.93% | 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 | 0.25 | 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 | 47.8 | 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 | 35% | 22.38% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 64% | 33.29% | 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 | 32% | 21.38% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 12% | 12.24% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 14% | 13.95% | 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 | 86% | 80.29% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 123 | 140 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 81% | 65.43% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 29% | 12.57% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 28% | 6.71% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 36.21% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 16.93% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 4.86% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 2.07% | 2.45% |
A level exam result
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.
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.
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 | 24.06 | 34.11 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 28.04 | 36.51 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 5.9% | 19.32% | 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 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 15 | 57.5% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 15% | 15.75% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 31% | 16.5% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 4.75% | 4.23% |
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st Oct 2024 - 25th Oct 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 20th Dec 2024 - 1st 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 | 21st Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 20th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 26th Oct 2024 - 19th Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 2nd 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 - 20th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
27 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Stockport Academy
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
