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The Stockwood Park Academy
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Requires Improvement
| The quality of education | Requires Improvement |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Requires Improvement |
| Personal development | Requires Improvement |
| Leadership and management | Requires Improvement |
| Previous inspection grade | Requires Improvement |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
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Academic Progress: Inconsistent curriculum quality, gaps in pupils鈥� knowledge
Behaviour and Attitudes: Calm in lessons, but issues outside; bullying not always well handled
Strengths and Challenges: Varied teaching quality; some teachers move on too quickly before understanding
Opportunities for Involvement: Wide range of before and after school clubs
Communication: Bullying concerns not always followed up well enough
Parent Satisfaction: Some parents worry about bullying and behaviour
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Not always robust; improvements needed in following up bullying incidents
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders working on curriculum improvements; increased leadership capacity
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Support for mental health and well-being through charity projects
Managing Bullying and Safety: Staff take bullying seriously, but some issues persist
Extracurricular Offerings: Wide range, including partnerships with sports organizations
Career Counselling Services: Supports informed choices about next steps
Preparation for Sixth Form: Sixth formers achieve well, treated with respect
Managing and Supporting SEND: Some SEND pupils not well supported; need better strategies
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The Stockwood Park Academy is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Bedfordshire, East of England.
It has 1473 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 14 : 1.
At this school, 26% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
93.30% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Requires Improvement by recent Ofsted inspection.
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We are a special group of five schools that share practises and values in order to help kids achieve more than they ever imagined they could. The Shared Learning Trust will offer extraordinary chances for everyone to have aspirations and cultivate a love and enthusiasm for learning! In order for our kids, students, and adults to thrive and grow into successful, well-rounded, self-respecting individuals, we'll make sure they acquire strong self-belief. give children and young people a nurturing, caring environment where they can feel content, healthy, and supported. Our academies will be secure spaces where students can grow in confidence and ambition while striving to be the best version of themselves. Continue to collaborate in order to share cutting-edge methods and offer a plethora of chances to all students and staff. have a Cross-Trust focus on excellence and standards, where kids are encouraged to reach lofty goals. focus on providing all of our employees with exceptional chances for transparent and rapid career progression, as well as quality recruitment and retention. aspire to provide exceptional lessons and learning opportunities, incorporating effective use of new technologies, enabling our learners to be successful and innovative. share powerful Trust methods to our main concerns, including as curriculum development, teaching, evaluation, and attendance. deliver a curriculum that is both engaging and difficult in each of our academies. By ensuring outstanding 2鈥�19 provision and providing everyone with clear progression routes, we at all-through education promise. Expecting good behaviour and conduct at all times will enable everyone to advance and thrive. in order to maximise prospects for all members of our Trust, emphasise engagement with partners outside of our Trust.
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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 | Requires Improvement | Good | Outstanding |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-16 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Boys |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 14.3 | 15.1 | 15.1 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 26% | 48% | 54% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 0.00% | - | - |
| 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 | -0.42 | 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 | 37.0 | 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 | 26% | 34.61% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 47% | 49.94% | 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 | 29% | 39.44% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 6% | 11.72% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 10% | 18.33% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.15 | 3.12 | 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% | 93.42% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 238 | 218 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 89% | 91% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 35% | 23.92% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 16% | 11.67% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 37% | 46.83% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 8.33% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 0.92% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 1.42% | 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 | -0.63 | 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 | 36.5 | 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 | 29% | 38.94% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 47% | 52.24% | 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 | 21% | 36.35% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 5% | 13.53% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 8% | 20.71% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.14 | 3.26 | 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 | 90% | 94.75% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 260 | 210 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 92.83% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 32% | 24.83% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 12% | 12.67% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 47% | 47% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | SP | 8.58% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 0.92% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | SP | 1% | 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 | -0.49 | 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 | 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 | 25% | 28.6% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 43% 3 | 44.67% | 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% | 29.67% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 8% | 9.07% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 17% 3 | 13.87% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.38 | 2.89 | 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 | 88% | 94.18% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 220 | 185 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 85% | 90.45% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 25% | 24.55% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 6% | 8.45% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 53% | 49% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 8.36% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | SP | 1.45% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 2.18% | 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 | -0.41 | 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 | 40.4 | 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 | 25% | 31.87% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 46% 5 | 49.53% | 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 | 48% | 28.4% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 8% 10 | 9% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 14% 8 | 13.67% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.63 | 3.16 | 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 | 92% | 93.73% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 219 | 184 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 87% | 89.27% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 32% | 21.55% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | - | 5.36% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 42% | 47.09% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 9.36% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 2.09% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 1.82% | 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 | -0.29 | 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 | 39.5 | 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 | 25% | 30.36% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 41% | 49.27% | 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% | 25.73% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 18% | 12.27% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 22% | 14% | 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 | 91% | 94.56% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 199 | 189 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 50.56% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 34% | 22% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | - | 4.78% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 40% | 44.89% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 11.11% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 2.78% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 1.67% | 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 | 22.2 | 26.43 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 23.33 | 25.87 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.00% | 5.46% | 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 | 39 | 372 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 79% | 65% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 5% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 10% | 16.75% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 3% | 8.75% | 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 | 27.1 | 30.75 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 27.67 | 24.5 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 10.0% | 8.56% | 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 | 415 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 59% | 60% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 0% | 4.5% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 9% | 17% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 21% | 13.75% | 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 | 33.17 13 | 27.49 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 18.69 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 3.9% | 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 | 63 | 380 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 54% | 61% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 8% | 9.5% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 14% | 14.25% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 14% | 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 | 20.10 2 | 25.35 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | D | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 19.33 10 | 20.25 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 4.78% | 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 | - | 25 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 4 | 51.25% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 3.5% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 10% | 10.5% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 3.75% | 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 | 22.2 | 26.8 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 29.56 | 23.43 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 6.7% | 4.56% | 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 | - | 28 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 7 | 49.5% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 4% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 16% | 13.25% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 1.25% | 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
14 : 1
Student teacher ratio at The Stockwood Park Academy
Local authority ratio 19 : 1