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Outstanding
| The quality of education | Outstanding |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Outstanding |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Sixth-form provision | Outstanding |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
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Academic Progress: Pupils build securely on prior knowledge with an ambitious curriculum.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Exceptional, thoughtful, polite, and respectful behaviour.
Qualifications and Training: Expert subject knowledge delivered with clarity and enthusiasm.
Current Educational Practices: Curriculum is carefully considered, sequenced, and embedded.
Strengths and Challenges: Staff are proud, inspired, supported, and positively engaged.
Opportunities for Involvement: Opportunities through extracurricular and enrichment activities.
Communication: Regular assessment used to inform pupils' progress.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents are considered in safeguarding and overall communication.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders address concerns swiftly and effectively.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Focused on improving curriculum sequencing and GCSE outcomes.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying is rare; issues are addressed quickly.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Committed culture of vigilance and robust safeguarding.
Extracurricular Offerings: Extensive opportunities including trips and clubs.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Well-structured support for balancing responsibilities.
Outdoor Facilities: Supportive environment for physical education and activities.
Career Counselling Services: Excellent guidance supporting high aspirations.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Well-planned pathways with high outcomes.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Disadvantaged and SEND pupils study the same curriculum, well-supported.
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Wilmington Academy is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Kent, South East.
It has 1374 students from age 11-19 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 17 : 1.
At this school, 42% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
This school rated Outstanding by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Our goal was to establish a serene, meaningful learning atmosphere where our pupils could thrive.
Students consistently achieve at levels far above national averages in a wide range of academic and vocational courses thanks to the expertise and dedication of our teachers, cutting-edge facilities, and the backing of Leigh Academies Trust.
Our pastoral programmes, which are supported by traditional values, aid in the development of our students into mature adolescents.
Leigh Academies Trust includes Wilmington Academy.
The Academy strives to create a top-notch, welcoming learning environment where everyone feels appreciated and safe.
Minerva, Apollo, and Jupiter, the three colleges that make up Wilmington Academy, were created with a focus on community, connections, respect, and high goals.
No learner is left behind thanks to the human size, modular culture, and personalised learning methods.
Do everything you can to uphold moral principles, human dignity, and the rights of all people.
Possess creative problem-solving skills and tenacity under pressure.
delivers engaging instruction in a range of contexts and forms that accommodates the requirements of all students.
combines teaching, learning, coaching, mentoring, and tutoring in both individual and group settings.
encourages the growth of emotional intelligence, overall wellness, and a fit lifestyle.
Each learner's success is also reliant on elements outside the Academy's walls.
For the learning community as a whole to achieve, a strong home-academy partnership is required.
We respect the opinions of all parties involved and strive to be known as an excellence centre locally, nationally, and internationally.
In order to guarantee that each learner is given the best support possible, the Academy works to allow effective real-time communication.
Parents and carers should be provided chances to participate in and support the work of the Academy because they have a crucial role to play.
Through collaboration with other providers to broaden the educational horizons of all students and a variety of enrichment options, aspirations will be lifted even higher.
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Students consistently achieve at levels far above national averages in a wide range of academic and vocational courses thanks to the expertise and dedication of our teachers, cutting-edge facilities, and the backing of Leigh Academies Trust.
Our pastoral programmes, which are supported by traditional values, aid in the development of our students into mature adolescents.
Leigh Academies Trust includes Wilmington Academy.
The Academy strives to create a top-notch, welcoming learning environment where everyone feels appreciated and safe.
Minerva, Apollo, and Jupiter, the three colleges that make up Wilmington Academy, were created with a focus on community, connections, respect, and high goals.
No learner is left behind thanks to the human size, modular culture, and personalised learning methods.
Do everything you can to uphold moral principles, human dignity, and the rights of all people.
Possess creative problem-solving skills and tenacity under pressure.
delivers engaging instruction in a range of contexts and forms that accommodates the requirements of all students.
combines teaching, learning, coaching, mentoring, and tutoring in both individual and group settings.
encourages the growth of emotional intelligence, overall wellness, and a fit lifestyle.
Each learner's success is also reliant on elements outside the Academy's walls.
For the learning community as a whole to achieve, a strong home-academy partnership is required.
We respect the opinions of all parties involved and strive to be known as an excellence centre locally, nationally, and internationally.
In order to guarantee that each learner is given the best support possible, the Academy works to allow effective real-time communication.
Parents and carers should be provided chances to participate in and support the work of the Academy because they have a crucial role to play.
Through collaboration with other providers to broaden the educational horizons of all students and a variety of enrichment options, aspirations will be lifted even higher.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
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| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
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| Ofset report | Outstanding | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-19 | 11-16 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Girls |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 17.6 | 15.1 | 20.7 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 42% | 48% | 91% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | 8.30% |
| 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 | 0.11 | 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 | 44.0 | 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 | 42% | 27.56% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 62% | 39.45% | 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 | 21% | 22.68% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 11% | 11.21% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 16% | 15.49% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.75 | 2.56 | 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 | 95% | 92.84% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 227 | 136 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 82% | 87.37% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 36% | 23.94% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 43% | 48.66% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 2% | 0.42% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | SP | 14.49% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 2.16% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 7% | 3.38% | 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 | 0.01 | 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 | 46.7 | 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 | 45% | 30.86% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 68% | 41.56% | 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 | 18% | 24.39% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 9% | 14.21% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 13% | 17.9% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.94 | 2.78 | 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% | 93.79% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 196 | 132 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 85% | 90.53% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 43% | 25.23% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 40% | 49.41% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 1% | 0.32% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 15.64% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 1.42% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 1.76% | 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 | -0.06 | 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 | 42.4 | 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 | 30.06% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 58% 3 | 42.83% | 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 | 15% | 28.79% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 4% 5 | 13.95% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 9% 5 | 19.27% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.39 | 2.86 | 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 | 94% | 90.87% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 160 | 123 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 83% | 85.71% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 36% | 24.06% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 46% | 48.32% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.21% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 13.22% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 11% | 2.6% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 2.64% | 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 | 0.06 | 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 | 43.4 | 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 | 30% 8 | 29.06% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 55% 4 | 41.45% | 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 | 29% | 26.38% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 9% 7 | 13.75% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 14% 2 | 18.54% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.46 | 2.81 | 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 | 91% | 90.17% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 127 | 124 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 86% | 76.36% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 41% | 21.34% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 45% | 50.18% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.06% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 11.51% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 1.83% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 1.64% | 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 | -0.1 | 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 | 43.5 | 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 | 38% | 28.56% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 59% | 40.73% | 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 | 34% | 26.37% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 16% | 16.77% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 16% | 18.05% | 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 | 88% | 85.02% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 138 | 124 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 82% | 47.31% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 39% | 21.95% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 42% | 49.32% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.09% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 7.48% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 3.15% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 7% | 1.98% | 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 | - | 27.11 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | - | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 25.17 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 9.02% | 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 | 87 | 141 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 44% | 55.45% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 16% | 5.31% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 35% | 26.06% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 9.04% | 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 | - | 29.7 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | - | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 27.3 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 12.32% | 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 | 58 | 161 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 50% | 56.64% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 3% | 4.49% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 28% | 21.66% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 14% | 11.73% | 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 | 16.67 10 | 25.81 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | D- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 23.49 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 9.72% | 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 | 57 | 139 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 39% | 51.8% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 19% | 6.29% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 33% | 26.13% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 8.98% | 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 | 26.70 1 | 27.09 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 25.72 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 10.62% | 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 | - | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 17 | 22.23% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 8% | 4.73% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 33% | 19.6% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 4.4% | 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 | 25.09 | 24.89 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 24.28 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 9.87% | 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 | - | 1 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 25 | 27.54% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 14% | 6.2% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 49% | 25.49% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 4.42% | 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
17 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Wilmington Academy
Local authority ratio 18 : 1