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Attleborough Academy
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- Attleborough NR17 2AJ
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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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Academic Progress: Rise in standards of achievement; pupils make good progress.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are well mannered, articulate and express themselves confidently.
Qualifications and Training: Newly qualified teachers are supported well to develop their teaching skills.
Current Educational Practices: Teachers use internal and external moderation for accuracy in assessment.
Strengths and Challenges: Most teaching is good with some outstanding; shortage in some subject areas like science.
Parent Satisfaction: Most parents appreciate the teaching and support their children receive.
Opportunities for Involvement: Develop more opportunities for some parents to have direct contact with leaders.
Communication: A minority of parents feel communication with leaders could be improved.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Senior team listens to concerns and makes changes in response to requests.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Effective communication between leaders and meticulous accountability improve teaching quality.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Concerns dealt with rapidly and effectively; pupils feel safe.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: The 'SAFE' team provides exemplary support; attendance systems are highly personalized.
Extracurricular Offerings: Broad range of technical, sporting, creative and linguistic skills offered.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Support for students in balancing academic responsibilities with extracurricular activities.
Outdoor Facilities: School site maintained well, promoting a conducive learning environment.
Career Counselling Services: Students receive guidance from Year 7 through sixth form about careers.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Students are well prepared for next stages in education with tailored study programs.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Effective support with tailored guidance; inclusion center and SAFE team praised.
Subjects Offered: Broad range of subjects including English, mathematics, history, geography, French, German, drama, and design technology.
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Attleborough Academy is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Norfolk, East of England.
It has 932 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.
At this school, 42% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
80.00% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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At Attleborough Academy, the sixth form is a really interesting environment to work and learn.
We provide a variety of courses and extracurricular activities at our sixth form.
The variety of experiences and courses made available to sixth-form students have been created to help them succeed academically, further their career goals, and find new interests and talents.
Additionally, we are able to increase the amount of possibilities and courses that are available to students thanks to our connecting agreement with Wymondham College.
At Attleborough, we also understand that a sixth-form education involves more than just earning credentials.
It is a period for both preparing for higher education and the workforce as well as for personal growth and fulfilment.
Our Sixth Form is a vital element of our Academy community, although it differs from the rest of the community in that students have more freedom there.
We encourage our sixth formers to use their increasing freedom wisely and support their urge to take on more personal responsibility and maturity.
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We provide a variety of courses and extracurricular activities at our sixth form.
The variety of experiences and courses made available to sixth-form students have been created to help them succeed academically, further their career goals, and find new interests and talents.
Additionally, we are able to increase the amount of possibilities and courses that are available to students thanks to our connecting agreement with Wymondham College.
At Attleborough, we also understand that a sixth-form education involves more than just earning credentials.
It is a period for both preparing for higher education and the workforce as well as for personal growth and fulfilment.
Our Sixth Form is a vital element of our Academy community, although it differs from the rest of the community in that students have more freedom there.
We encourage our sixth formers to use their increasing freedom wisely and support their urge to take on more personal responsibility and maturity.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
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| Student teacher ratio | 18.6 | - | 19.8 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 42% | 98% | 49% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 6.30% | 35.00% | - |
| 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 | 0.22 | 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 | 45.9 | 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% | 27.37% | 29.96% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 69% | 42.67% | 42.99% |
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 | 19% | 27.3% | 25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 8% | 9.71% | 10.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 11% | 14.55% | 15.47% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.89 | 2.73 | 2.82 |
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 | 98% | 87.16% | 90.52% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 128 | 125 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 79.79% | 84.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 41% | 39.27% | 32.75% |
| School sixth forms | 49% | 25.75% | 29.73% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 6.49% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 8.29% | 11.48% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 2.94% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 4.43% | 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 | 0.22 | 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 | 47.3 | 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 | 50% | 30.19% | 32.78% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 73% | 44.51% | 45.26% |
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 | 14% | 26.78% | 24.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 9% | 11.14% | 12.99% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 10% | 16.73% | 17.14% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.94 | 2.81 | 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 | 98% | 92.5% | 90.39% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 121 | 125 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 88% | 87.73% | 86.27% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 39% | 41.76% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 45% | 27.06% | 30.75% |
| Sixth form colleges | 3% | 7.26% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 11.66% | 11.13% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 2.45% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 6% | 2.39% | 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 | 0.17 | 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 | 45.7 | 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 | 39% 4 | 28.24% | 29.24% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 66% 3 | 44.56% | 43.34% |
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 | 10% | 25.91% | 25.76% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 4% 1 | 9.71% | 11.44% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 6% 1 | 15.03% | 16.45% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.75 | 2.82 | 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 | 95% | 89.89% | 90.21% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 134 | 119 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 86% | 83.26% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 41% | 40.91% | 33.3% |
| School sixth forms | 43% | 25.41% | 31.15% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 6.44% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 10.54% | 11.19% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 3.81% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 2.81% | 2.76% |
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 | -0.04 | 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 | 45.5 | 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 | 43% 4 | 23.92% | 29.18% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 69% 1 | 37.69% | 42.58% |
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% | 21.14% | 24.69% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 5% 2 | 7.8% | 11.29% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 7% 3 | 11.92% | 15.97% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.71 | 2.42 | 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 | 95% | 80.34% | 84.86% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 174 | 124 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 86% | 71.85% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 33% | 34.3% | 28.32% |
| School sixth forms | 53% | 25.57% | 31.51% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 8.09% | 9.07% |
| Other education destinations | - | 2.79% | 5.94% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 2.85% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 2.66% | 2.06% |
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 | 44.7 | 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 | 39% | 24.7% | 29.51% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 68% | 38.88% | 43.04% |
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 | 6% | 20.87% | 25.21% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 3% | 10.74% | 14.68% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 4% | 11.91% | 16.23% |
| 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 | 94% | 80.8% | 85.23% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 149 | 130 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 57.66% | 58.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 51% | 37% | 30.56% |
| School sixth forms | - | 25.1% | 32.11% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 7.68% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 3.8% | 5.75% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 9% | 5.39% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.34% | 2.46% |
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 | 34.98 | 30.69 | 29.99 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.85 | 30.35 | 29.55 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 6.30% | 11.98% | 13.64% |
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 | 47 | 219 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 28% | 48.88% | 58.59% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 7.48% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 32% | 28.96% | 21.14% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 21% | 9.84% | 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 | 33.39 | 35.18 | 33.4 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.82 | 33.15 | 32.48 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 7.7% | 15.89% | 17.69% |
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 | 60 | 301 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 57% | 53.36% | 60.66% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 7% | 5.92% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 22% | 24.16% | 17.72% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 12% | 11.48% | 10.7% |
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 | 26.52 4 | 29.87 | 29.38 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 28.61 4 | 28.38 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 8.3% | 12.57% | 13.04% |
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 | 79 | 250 | 231 |
| Students staying in education | 53% | 47.48% | 57.28% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 8% | 7.48% | 7.78% |
| Students entering employment | 25% | 29.16% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 11.16% | 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 | 22.39 | 29.14 | 29.02 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 24.26 3 | 29.4 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 11.99% | 13.34% |
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 | 20 | 42.84% | 31.48% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 10% | 6.72% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 38% | 26.28% | 15.8% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 3.84% | 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 | 22.72 | 23.91 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 21.28 | 24.77 | 27.74 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 3.1% | 8.85% | 12.63% |
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 | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 18 | 51.77% | 36.22% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 11% | 8.45% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 32% | 26.91% | 20.04% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 4.23% | 4.23% |
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 25th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 6th Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 22nd Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 23rd Jul 2025 - 2nd Sep 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th Sep 2024 - 24th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 7th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 23rd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
18 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Attleborough Academy
Local authority ratio 18 : 1