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Strood Academy
- 2.3 (3 reviews)
- Secondary
- Medway ME2 2SX
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| Previous inspection | Satisfactory |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Achievement of pupils | Good |
| Quality of teaching | Good |
| Behaviour and safety of pupils | Good |
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Academic Progress: Students' results are improving, catching up to national standards and making good progress.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Behaviour is good and improving; students are proud to be part of the academy.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers benefit from high-quality training and valuable feedback about their work.
Current Educational Practices: The school ensures teachers stay current with educational practices through effective monitoring and training.
Strengths and Challenges: Most teaching is good, but a minority still requires improvement.
Opportunities for Involvement: The academy is forging strong links with the local community.
Communication: The academy uses various means to communicate progress and events to parents effectively.
Parent Satisfaction: High parent satisfaction reflected in positive feedback.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Academy leaders take immediate action if teaching is less than good and respond promptly to conflicts.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders expect nothing less than good teaching and have effective systems to track progress and address issues.
Managing Bullying and Safety: The academy takes bullying seriously and students feel safe.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Staff demonstrate a strong commitment to student welfare and safeguarding.
Extracurricular Offerings: Students have many opportunities to be involved in enrichment activities to enhance personal development.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Effective balance of academics with extracurricular engagements is promoted by teachers.
Career Counselling Services: Sixth form is good; students are well prepared for the next stage in their education.
Preparation for Sixth Form: A varied range of subjects and courses enables good progress.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Disabled students and those with special educational needs make good progress and are well supported.
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About Us
Strood Academy is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Kent, South East.
It has 1302 students from age 11-19 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.
At this school, 17% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
90.20% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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We're glad you're here. After our predecessor schools closed in 2009, Strood Academy was founded and was initially funded by the University for the Creative Arts. Sponsored Academies were established in order to increase academic performance and aspirations by combining the sponsors' knowledge with that of seasoned and effective school administrators. Our academy has changed the educational options and results for both boys and girls in Strood since it opened. The hard work of our kids, a skilled and dedicated team, and support from parents and the community have all contributed to the progress in academic performance. On January 1st, 2017, we formally joined Leigh Academies Trust, one of the top seven performing Trusts in the nation according to Sir Michael Wilshaw, Chief Inspector of Schools. We are eager to collaborate with them to help our kids advance more quickly. Our new Carnation Road structures cost 26 million to construct and were created in collaboration with Nicholas Hare as our main contractor. Were feature amazing learning settings, outdoor play areas, and sports facilities, and they launched in September 2012. The structures are a reflection of our educational vision, which is to develop an advanced and functional learning environment where kids of all abilities can grow and learn. Kim Gunn, the academy's principal, was hired after a highly successful tenure in charge and exceptional Ofsted ratings at another Medway School. She has put together a capable leadership team that has collaborated closely with our knowledgeable governing board to achieve the notable progress that is shown in our most recent Ofsted report. Our website is updated every day to reflect the variety of programmes and opportunities available at our institution. During the working day, we encourage guests and potential parents to see the academy.
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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 | 11-19 | 11-16 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Boys |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 18 | 15.1 | 19.7 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 17% | 48% | 98% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | 25.40% |
| 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 | -0.39 | 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 | 36.9 | 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 | 17% | 29.27% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 40% | 40.92% | 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 | 14% | 25.92% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 5% | 12.88% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 9% | 18.62% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.09 | 2.71 | 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 | 94% | 91.35% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 236 | 144 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 85% | 86.35% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 48% | 21.65% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 36% | 49.5% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.05% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | SP | 15.3% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 1.95% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 3.2% | 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 | -0.56 | 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 | 22% | 31.54% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 43% | 43.69% | 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 | 10% | 23.96% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 4% | 14.73% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 7% | 18.77% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.05 | 2.79 | 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 | 91% | 95.3% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 232 | 140 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 81% | 91.9% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 48% | 25.05% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 32% | 49.9% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.05% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | SP | 16.9% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 1.2% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 6% | 2.3% | 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 | -0.23 | 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 | 38.4 | 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 | 22% 1 | 31.67% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 55% 10 | 44.92% | 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% | 27.33% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 13.5% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 2% 1 | 18.67% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.1 | 2.85 | 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% | 90.11% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 210 | 133 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 80% | 85.89% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 40% | 23.26% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 38% | 47.32% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 1% | 0.11% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 15.42% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 2.42% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 7% | 1.89% | 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 | 37.4 | 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 | 23% 4 | 32.13% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 45% 2 | 45.65% | 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 | 5% | 28.35% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 1% | 12% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 1% | 17.78% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 2.95 | 2.96 | 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 | 94% | 84.53% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 230 | 141 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 81% | 75.47% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 42% | 20% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 40% | 50.47% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 9.58% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 9% | 1.53% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 0.95% | 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 | -0.27 | 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 | 37.6 | 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 | 19% | 31.91% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 47% | 44.35% | 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 | 4% | 27.78% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 17.48% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 19.13% | 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 | 92% | 84.63% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 226 | 150 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 52.37% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 36% | 22.32% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 53% | 50.11% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 8.79% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 3.21% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 1.47% | 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 | 25.6 | 23.48 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 22.21 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 5.65% | 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 | 83 | 170 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 49% | 53.17% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 7.17% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 33% | 24.94% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 10% | 11.17% | 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 | 28.62 | 26.81 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 29.1 | 26.15 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 3.8% | 5.43% | 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 | 81 | 204 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 56% | 56.28% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 6.33% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 23% | 19.28% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 11% | 12.94% | 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 | 21.20 | 25.79 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | D | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 22.92 2 | 25.76 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 6.05% | 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 | 102 | 223 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 39% | 53.06% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 11% | 8% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 29% | 23.88% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 11% | 10.24% | 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 | 21.89 1 | 27.64 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 24.00 9 | 27.57 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 6.98% | 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 | - | 1 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 20 | 31.53% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 7% | 7.76% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 37% | 19.88% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 5.59% | 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 | 22.67 | 26.95 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 15.19 | 28.61 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 6.43% | 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 | 20 | 36.47% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 6.71% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 36% | 23.35% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 3.12% | 4.23% |
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st Oct 2024 - 25th Oct 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 - 20th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 26th Oct 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
18 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Strood Academy
Local authority ratio 20 : 1
