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West Grantham Church of England Secondary Academy
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West Grantham Church of England Secondary Academy
- Secondary
- South Kesteven NG31 7PX
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Good |
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Academic Progress: Pupils' needs are quickly identified. They receive skilful care and support from knowledgeable staff.
Current Educational Practices: Assessment is used wisely to check pupils鈥� understanding and to adapt learning.
Strengths and Challenges: A few subjects are in earlier stages of curriculum planning and implementation than others.
Opportunities for Involvement: Every pupil receives many enrichment opportunities that extend their learning beyond the curriculum.
Communication: Pupils and their families receive respectful care, guidance and support.
Parent Satisfaction: They value being part of a school community that they describe as 鈥榳elcoming and truly inclusive鈥�.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Bullying is not tolerated. Pupils trust that any concerns will be taken seriously and dealt with swiftly.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Staff are determined to ensure that pupils achieve their potential.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying is not tolerated.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Safe spaces and support services help to ensure that pupils feel happy and secure enough to learn.
Extracurricular Offerings: Pupils receive many enrichment opportunities that extend their learning beyond the curriculum.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Activities that they may not have previously had the opportunity to do.
Outdoor Facilities: Their work and considerable achievements are rightly celebrated and displayed.
Career Counselling Services: The school provides effective careers guidance.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Strong business links have been established in the community enhancing the vocational curriculum.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Pupils with SEND experience the same curriculum as their peers and achieve well.
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About Us
West Grantham Church of England Secondary Academy is a Secondary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Lincolnshire, East Midlands.
It has 346 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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We are happy to have you at the West Grantham Church of England Secondary Academy. I'm incredibly happy to be the principal of this exceptional school, which is supported by the Diocese of Southwell and Nottingham Multi Academy Trust. Our mission is to provide each and every one of our students with great services and support during their stay with us. Working as a family to meet academic and pastoral needs in order to develop inquisitive, resilient, and well-rounded children who reach their full potential is the key to our success. Regardless of their age, we make a big effort to nurture and inspire our students so they feel both free to explore their education and driven to succeed at every level. We believe children should receive the best education available so they can achieve in life regardless of the job path they decide to choose, and I count myself tremendously fortunate to serve our community. Children at our schools can rely on the instructors to support learning progress, believe in them, and remove impediments. Our curriculum is comprehensive, well-rounded, and customised to the needs of each student. Additionally, a wide range of extracurricular activities are included to accommodate students' evolving interests. Visitors are welcome to visit our school and see for themselves how we turn out exceptional students.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
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| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-16 | 11-18 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Boys |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 14 | - | 18.8 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 17% | 98% | 96% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | 35.00% | 32.50% |
| 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 | -0.29 | 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 | 33.2 | 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 | 17% | 30.43% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 45% | 45.91% | 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 | 0% | 28.21% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 12.71% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 17.91% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 2.85 | 2.95 | 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 | - | 87.97% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 117 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 81.09% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 35.53% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | - | 35.81% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 2.92% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | - | 6.8% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3.45% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3.48% | 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 | -0.62 | 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 | 32.1 | 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% | 33.17% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 41% | 47.6% | 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 | 9% | 25.86% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 3% | 14.83% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 4% | 19.56% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 2.76 | 3.03 | 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 | - | 89.59% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 114 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 85.4% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 36.73% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | - | 37.49% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 2.76% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | - | 8.43% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.25% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2% | 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.
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.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st Oct 2024 - 28th Oct 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 20th 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 - 3rd Sep 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th Sep 2024 - 20th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 29th Oct 2024 - 19th 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 West Grantham Church of England Secondary Academy
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
