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Ash Field Academy
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Outstanding |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Outstanding |
| Outcomes for pupils | Outstanding |
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Academic Progress: Pupils of all abilities make outstanding progress over time.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils love coming to school, are happy, well cared for, and show exemplary behaviour.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: The school holds six-weekly progress meetings to finely tune activities in response to how well pupils are achieving.
Academic Progress: All pupils achieve exceptionally well from their starting points.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Staff treat pupils with respect and kindness; classrooms are calm places.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Skilled staff help pupils meet challenges with confidence.
Teacher Engagement: Staff are highly engaged and undergo high-quality professional development and training.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Teachers expertly plan sessions, ensuring pupils make outstanding progress.
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: The appointment of the Ash Field nurse has been beneficial in supporting pupils and staff.
Teacher Engagement: Staff work closely with specialist teams to understand each pupil’s needs.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Skilful teaching enables pupils to flourish academically.
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: The school prioritizes staff well-being and workload.
Opportunities for Parent Involvement: Parents are delighted with the school's offerings and are highly recommended by the vast majority.
Communication with Parents: Regular updates and clear communication keep parents informed about their child's progress.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents express high satisfaction, appreciating the exceptional staff who go above and beyond.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Staff address any concerns about pupils’ welfare swiftly and effectively.
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: Leaders have developed curriculum and assessment, ensuring it meets pupils' needs even better than before.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Trustees prioritize well-being and ensure a supportive environment.
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: The curriculum is personalized and involves therapeutic approaches.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: Safeguarding is effective, with meticulous record-keeping and strong local agency partnerships.
Behaviour and Attitudes of Pupils: Pupils show exemplary behaviour around the school and in lessons, being kind and respectful.
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: Staff know their pupils exceptionally well, ensuring any concerns are swiftly addressed.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: Pupils feel happy and safe; relationships are trusting.
Behaviour and Attitudes of Pupils: Pupils form strong friendships and trust staff.
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: Support for sensory needs is exceptionally strong.
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: The school offers a broad range of extra-curricular activities including arts, sports, and music.
Balancing Academics with Extracurriculars: Learning is fun across the school, with pupils keen to engage in new activities.
Outdoor Facilities: The recent classroom extensions and refurbishment have enhanced the school environment further.
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: Pupils engage in community-enhancing activities.
Balancing Academics with Extracurriculars: Students balance academics with cultural explorations.
Outdoor Facilities: Physical activities include hydrotherapy and yoga.
Career Counselling Services: Extensive focus on preparation for college and employment, with excellent links to colleges and agencies.
Preparation for Next Key Stage: The curriculum includes life skills and enterprise activities to prepare older pupils for their next steps.
Career Counselling Services: Work experience is key in the sixth form.
Preparation for Next Key Stage: Travel training enhances independence skills.
Support for SEND: Pupils with SEND receive personalized, effective support.
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About Us
Ash Field Academy is a top rated, All-through, Co-Ed school located in Leicestershire, East Midlands.
It has 168 students from age 4-19 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 6 : 1.
At this school, 0% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
This school rated Outstanding by recent Ofsted inspection.
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| Phase of Education | All-through | All-through |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
A
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B-
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| Ofset report | Outstanding | Good |
| Age range | 4-19 | 2-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 6.1 | 18 |
| Proficient Math | - | 103 |
| Proficient Read | - | 105 |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 0% | 20% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - |
Primary Exam Result
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | - | 95 | 97 |
| Reading | - | 93 | 98 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 0% | 53.17% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 5.45% | 7.42% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -5 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -4.3 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -4.7 | Well Below Average |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | - | 96 | 96 |
| Reading | - | 94 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 0% | 58.55% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 8.5% | 9.72% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -3.9 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -4.1 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -4.0 | Below Average |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | - | 92 | 94 |
| Reading | - | 92 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 0% | 56.89% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 8.05% | 9.16% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -7.8 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -8 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -8.6 | Well Below Average |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | - | 91 | 93 |
| Reading | 83 | 89 | 93 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 0% | 50.53% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 5.68% | 8.19% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -1.7 | Below Average |
| Writing | -5.7 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -6.1 | Well Below Average |
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 | -1.51 | 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 | 0.7 | 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 | 0% | 31.38% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 45.79% | 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% | 33.82% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 13.79% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 20.41% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.12 | 3.02 | 2.83 |
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 | 100% | 88.77% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 17 | 158 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 84.41% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 0% | 24.91% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 13.73% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 28.09% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 100% | 17.73% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 1.14% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 3.23% | 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 | -2.02 | 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 | 1.1 | 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 | 0% | 34.06% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 47.71% | 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 | 0% | 30.97% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 14.24% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 21.18% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.1 | 3.03 | 2.97 |
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 | 90% | 87.55% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 10 | 150 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 84% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 0% | 26.09% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 12.32% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 28.5% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 90% | 17.05% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 0.86% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 2.73% | 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 | -2.18 | 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 | 0.3 | 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 | 0% | 31.04% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 45.63% | 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 | 0% | 22.67% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 9.3% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 14.33% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 2.98 | 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 | - | 85% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 5 | 123 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 80.63% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 21.75% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | - | 8.06% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 32.75% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | - | 18.06% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 1.44% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.75% | 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 | - | 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 | - | 28.36% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 42.44% | 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 | - | 22.6% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 9.44% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 13.16% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 2.82 | 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 | - | 76.08% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 8 | 121 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 65.31% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 16.08% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | - | 3.85% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 35.92% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 13.62% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 1.31% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.54% | 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 | - | 28.64% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 40.32% | 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 | - | 22.86% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 12.32% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 14.05% | 16.26% |
| EBacc average points score | - | - | - |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – 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 | - | 75.67% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 10 | 118 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 50.67% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 16.83% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | - | 1.08% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 35.92% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 14.42% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.83% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.58% | 2.45% |
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st Oct 2024 - 25th Oct 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 | 14th Jul 2025 - 25th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 27th Aug 2024 - 20th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 26th Oct 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 - 13th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
6 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Ash Field Academy
Local authority ratio 19 : 1