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Wyvern Academy
- Secondary
- Darlington DL3 9SH
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Requires Improvement |
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Academic Progress: Pupils achieve well.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well and meet expectations.
Communication: Staff care about pupils, creating a welcoming environment.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents feel school is safe and supportive.
Opportunities for Involvement: No direct details provided.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Staff deal with bullying seriously and effectively.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders have improved curriculum quality.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Pupils feel safe, bullying is not a problem.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: There are strong and respectful relationships.
Extracurricular Offerings: Wide range of activities from gaming to sports.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Activities support mental health and well-being.
Career Counselling Services: Careers information helps pupils make right choices.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Effective support for SEND pupils.
Subjects Offered: Pupils have free choice for GCSE options.
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Wyvern Academy is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in County Durham, North East.
It has 466 students from age 11-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1.
At this school, 33% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Every child will succeed and realise their potential at our school, which will be a centre of excellence. to give each child the greatest education and experiences possible so they can grow holistically while attending Wyvern Academy. We aim to promote self-discipline, self-confidence, motivation, aspiration and excellence in learning to assist pupils to become independent and self-sufficient adults, who will succeed and contribute positively in their local and global communities. By utilising teaching and learning facilities effectively, we will increase student achievement. Our goal is to provide all students with a curriculum that is suitable, pertinent, and sensitive to their needs. We want there to be no achievement or opportunity gaps between the disadvantaged children and the others. Our goal is to create a warm, friendly environment where kids feel appreciated and like they belong, built on mutual respect and trust. In order to help each child reach their best potential both personally and academically, we strive to establish a safe, secure, and pleasant learning environment for them. We want to build a community where the principles of truth, honesty, forgiveness, and reconciliation are practised and where those who are most in need receive special attention. In order to make sure that families play a significant role in their children's education and to foster good ties with both our families and the larger community, we will work in conjunction with them. We will provide a diverse range of extra curricular opportunities and experiences for all our young people to maximise talents and develop creative and social skills. educating children about a variety of political, social, moral, and spiritual topics and inspiring them to form opinions. encouraging pupils to respect and tolerate other people's viewpoints.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-16 | 11-16 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 15.2 | 15.1 | 20.2 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 33% | 48% | 59% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| 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 | -0.80 | 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 | 38.6 | 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 | 33% | 27.08% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 46% | 38.92% | 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 | 13% | 21% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 3% | 7.85% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 5% | 12.23% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.21 | 2.42 | 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 | 89% | 92.33% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 107 | 126 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 77% | 84% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 46% | 36.67% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 7% | 10.33% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 24% | 33% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 4.22% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 4.22% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 7% | 4.33% | 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 | -0.44 | 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 | 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 | 28% | 28.08% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 51% | 40.62% | 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 | 15% | 22.46% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 5% | 9.69% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 10% | 14.62% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.55 | 2.56 | 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 | 87% | 92.89% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 107 | 129 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 79% | 88.56% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 55% | 40.33% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 2% | 11.11% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 21% | 32.22% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 4.67% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 2.22% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 6% | 2% | 2.13% |
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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 | -0.92 | 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 | 36.6 | 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 | 24% 6 | 24.46% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 49% 1 | 40.69% | 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 | 13% | 22.77% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 5% 2 | 7.69% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 7% 7 | 12.85% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.04 | 2.44 | 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 | - | 91.57% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 117 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 86% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 35% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | - | 17.57% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 27% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | - | 6.29% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.86% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.86% | 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 | -1.12 | 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 | 34.5 | 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% | 24.75% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 48% | 36.58% | 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 | 59% | 24.5% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 7% | 8.17% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 14% | 12.17% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.11 | 2.27 | 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 | - | 93.14% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 123 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 86.29% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 34.43% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | - | 17.29% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 26.71% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 5.14% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.86% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.57% | 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 | - | 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 | - | 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 | - | 24.45% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 35.91% | 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 | - | 17.82% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 9.91% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 11% | 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 | - | 93.17% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 150 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 74.67% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 39.17% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | - | 10.33% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 21.67% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 7.67% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 6.33% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3.33% | 2.45% |
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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 | 24th Feb 2025 - 28th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 14th Apr 2025 - 25th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 21st 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 - 23rd Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 1st Mar 2025 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 20th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
15 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Wyvern Academy
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
