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Airedale Academy
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Airedale Academy
- Secondary
- Wakefield WF10 3JU
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
| 16 to 19 study programmes | Good |
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Airedale Academy is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in West Yorkshire, Yorkshire and The Humber.
It has 988 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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At Airedale Academy, we envision a future in which every child and young person has the chance to flourish, be successful, have aspiration. Our goal is for every student to graduate from our school with the fundamental abilities required to contribute positively to society and to grow up to be well-rounded, self-assured, and content individuals. To accomplish this, we adhere to the MAT's key principles of ambition, bravery, and respect in all that we do. The entire academy community is encouraged by all personnel to strive to be their best selves on the academic, social, and personal levels. We are aware that for some young people, this isn't always simple, therefore our goal is to help remove any obstacles to each young person's achievement in addition to providing support and advice. Through a comprehensive transition programme, we concentrate a lot of emphasis on the transition from elementary school. Students choose their courses in Year 8 so that they can focus on the things they like and are good at in Year 9. We put a lot of effort into making sure all students feel supported as they deal with the demands of revision, exams, and sixth form assistance and guidance. We acknowledge that the best schools do not just foster individual talents through the curriculum alone, which is why we offer a diverse range of sporting, scientific, artistic, cultural, creative and musical extra-curricular activities. We have created a culture of reward, respect, and celebration over the years. Visitors to our school are warmly welcomed by faculty and kids.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
B+ 0
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A-
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B-
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| Ofset report | Good | Outstanding | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 18.7 | 17.3 | 18.6 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
Secondary Exam Result
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 | 41.1 | 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 | 36% | 34.13% | 32.7% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 55% | 46.7% | 45.2% |
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 | 22% | 21.6% | 24.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 14% | 12.57% | 12.93% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 19% | 16.4% | 17.08% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.41 | 3.18 | 2.96 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – 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% | 91.05% | 90.41% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 189 | 176 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 82% | 85% | 86.28% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 46% | 38.29% | 34.06% |
| School sixth forms | 15% | 11.43% | 30.68% |
| Sixth form colleges | 21% | 26% | 10.44% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 9.29% | 11.12% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 2.95% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 3.19% | 2.15% |
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 | -0.46 | 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 | 38.3 | 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% 1 | 31.55% | 29.2% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 49% 2 | 46.97% | 43.33% |
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 | 39% | 22.14% | 25.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 7% 2 | 10.69% | 11.41% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 19% 7 | 15% | 16.42% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.23 | 3.07 | 2.88 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – 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% | 90.39% | 90.21% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 99 | 163 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 75% | 82.78% | 84.05% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 63% | 58.17% | 33.38% |
| School sixth forms | 10% | 11.17% | 31.08% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 3.67% | 8.48% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 9.67% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 4.06% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 8% | 3.39% | 2.77% |
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 | -0.19 | 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 | 39.7 | 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 | 27% 2 | 25.62% | 29.12% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 51% 7 | 37.83% | 42.55% |
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 | 56% | 19.76% | 24.65% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 5% 13 | 8.97% | 11.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 12% 9 | 12.24% | 15.92% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.3 | 2.6 | 2.84 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – 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% | 88.11% | 84.86% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 145 | 171 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 83% | 74.67% | 73.89% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 43% | 31.39% | 28.38% |
| School sixth forms | 21% | 12.28% | 31.43% |
| Sixth form colleges | 19% | 24.83% | 9.11% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 5.78% | 5.91% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 4.67% | 2.97% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 2.44% | 2.07% |
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 | 40.2 | 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 | 25% | 29.12% | 29.45% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 44% | 41.88% | 43.01% |
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 | 69% | 25.73% | 25.18% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 18% | 14.58% | 14.63% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 21% | 16.31% | 16.18% |
| EBacc average points score | - | - | - |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – 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 | 82% | 84.44% | 85.18% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 153 | 176 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 59.67% | 58.14% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 34% | 37.67% | 30.59% |
| School sixth forms | - | 12.72% | 32.04% |
| Sixth form colleges | 25% | 23.72% | 9.01% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 0.11% | 5.68% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 6.28% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.11% | 2.46% |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2023/24
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 30th Oct 2023 - 3rd Nov 2023 |
| Winter Holidays | 25th Dec 2023 - 5th Jan 2024 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 12th Feb 2024 - 16th Feb 2024 |
| Spring Holidays | 25th Mar 2024 - 5th Apr 2024 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 27th May 2024 - 31st May 2024 |
| Summer Holidays | 23rd Jul 2024 - 30th Aug 2024 |
Terms Dates 2023/24
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th Sep 2023 - 29th Oct 2023 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 4th Nov 2023 - 24th Dec 2023 |
| Spring Term | 6th Jan 2024 - 11th Feb 2024 |
| Spring Term-2 | 17th Feb 2024 - 24th Mar 2024 |
| Summer Term | 6th Apr 2024 - 26th May 2024 |
| Summer Term-2 | 1st Jun 2024 - 22nd Jul 2024 |
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Student teacher ratio at Airedale Academy
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