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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Requires Improvement |
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Academic Progress: Pupils understand the curriculum and make good progress.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well in lessons and are respectful.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers have good subject knowledge and explain new ideas clearly.
Current Educational Practices: Strong training program helps staff improve outcomes for pupils.
Strengths and Challenges: Some pupils do not recall their earlier work, impacting new learning.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents are fully involved in the behavior process and work with the school.
Communication: School works closely with parents to ensure they understand the school's values.
Parent Satisfaction: Pupils enjoy school and feel safe, indicating positive parental satisfaction.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders and staff take every opportunity to ensure pupils understand the school's values.
Actions for Quality Improvement: New headteacher has rapidly built confidence among staff and pupils with an inclusive vision.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Pupils say they feel safe in school and are confident that the school will deal with any concerns.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Clear plans in place for the improvement of pupils' reading.
Extracurricular Offerings: Wide range of opportunities to nurture and stretch pupils鈥� talents and interests.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Pupils appreciate these activities and make good use of them.
Outdoor Facilities: Pupils are proud of their new school building.
Career Counselling Services: Pupils benefit from a rich range of careers events.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Sixth form students are excellent role models and do well in external examinations.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Pupils with SEND are well supported and their progress is carefully monitored.
Subjects Offered: Pupils study the full range of national curriculum subjects.
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About Us
West Coventry Academy is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in West Midlands County, West Midlands.
It has 1236 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 19 : 1.
At this school, 35% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
95.80% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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The Sixth Form at West Coventry Academy is a fun place to be. We are confident that being a part of this vibrant community will help you grow as a young adult and effectively prepare you for further study, an apprenticeship, or employment. We know that having the right opportunities during your time with us really does make a difference and we are committed to providing you with a curriculum that meets your individual needs. Indeed, the sixth form at West Coventry Academy offers a customised educational experience that aims to maximise your academic and personal potential. Where they are appreciated, heard, and encouraged, students flourish. We feel the systems we have in place make it possible for us to build learners who are confident and successful. Quality teaching and learning are reinforced by a caring, supportive tutor system and enrichment opportunities, all of which will help you develop into a well-rounded young person equipped for life and the challenges that inevitably follow post-16 education. You are a unique individual with your own thoughts and aspirations and this section of the website will provide you with a flavour of the wide range of opportunities that exist. Our teachers are passionate about what they do, and they inspire their students to do their very best work. We are thrilled that you are thinking about enrolling in our sixth form. We invite you to learn more about what we have to offer because we are really proud of it. We are eager to take part in this momentous chapter of your life.
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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 | Requires Improvement |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 19.3 | - | 17.5 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 35% | 98% | 36% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 2.90% | 35.00% | 10.50% |
| 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 | -0.44 | 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 | 40.6 | 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 | 35% | 33.62% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 58% | 49.38% | 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 | 26% | 28.86% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 8% | 9.48% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 15% | 15.17% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.44 | 3.16 | 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% | 91.67% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 160 | 151 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 79% | 84.33% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 36% | 31.25% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 40% | 41.42% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 1% | 3.17% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 8.58% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 3.13% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 9% | 4.25% | 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 | -0.6 | 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 | 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% | 35.8% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 59% | 50.77% | 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 | 37% | 29.67% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 10% | 11.87% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 21% | 17% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.47 | 3.23 | 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% | 90.58% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 185 | 149 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 87% | 87.42% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 33% | 32.33% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 53% | 44.13% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 2.42% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 8.25% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 1.67% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 1.46% | 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 | -0.58 | 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 | 26% 4 | 24.38% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 51% 2 | 39.85% | 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 | 49% | 27.08% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 15% | 8.85% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 21% 7 | 13.81% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.54 | 2.69 | 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 | 96% | 90.71% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 157 | 140 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 88% | 82.76% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 44% | 34.59% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 43% | 38.24% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 1% | 1.12% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 8.82% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 8% | 3.71% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 4.12% | 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 | -0.76 | 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 | 40.5 | 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 | 30% 1 | 22.36% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 53% 4 | 36.36% | 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 | 57% | 23.04% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 15% 9 | 7.04% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 28% 1 | 11.28% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.68 | 2.35 | 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 | 97% | 92.71% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 171 | 145 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 95% | 78.35% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 43% | 28.82% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 51% | 40.65% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.29% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 11.76% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 4.12% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.24% | 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 | 41.5 | 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% | 24.35% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 49% | 38.3% | 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 | 73% | 26.17% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 24% | 11.7% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 29% | 13.04% | 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 | 95% | 83.21% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 167 | 151 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 55.79% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 43% | 33.93% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 47% | 43.71% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.36% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 0.07% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 4.71% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3.14% | 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 | 29.13 | 27.14 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 30.49 | 26.22 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 2.90% | 12.84% | 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 | 97 | 120 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 68% | 66% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 7% | 5.15% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 15% | 15.1% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 4% | 10.25% | 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 | 32.74 | 32.55 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.42 | 32.08 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 10.0% | 15.94% | 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 | 95 | 152 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 69% | 60.4% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 5.1% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 11% | 12.8% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 10.75% | 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 | 30.56 3 | 27.62 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.90 5 | 25.86 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 4.9% | 11.75% | 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 | 85 | 114 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 61% | 61.5% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 11% | 9.06% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 19% | 14.25% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 8.75% | 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 | 27.50 2 | 25.31 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 27.44 6 | 24.45 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 3.1% | 10.86% | 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 | 3 | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 14 | 12.38% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 10% | 7.44% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 17% | 13.19% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 3.06% | 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 | 29.36 | 22.72 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.1 | 21.88 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 8.8% | 7.83% | 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 | 4 | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 12 | 15% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 7.14% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 15% | 17.07% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 1.79% | 4.23% |
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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 | 14th Apr 2025 - 25th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 22nd Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 3rd 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 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 21st Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
19 : 1
Student teacher ratio at West Coventry Academy
Local authority ratio 20 : 1
