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The Bishop of Winchester Academy
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The Bishop of Winchester Academy
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- Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole BH8 9PW
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| Previous inspection | Not Previously Inspected |
| Leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Achievement of pupils | Good |
| Quality of teaching | Good |
| Behaviour and safety of pupils | Outstanding |
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The Bishop of Winchester Academy is a top rated, Secondary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Dorset County, South West.
It has 1161 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 14 : 1.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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I am pleased to extend a warm welcome to you at The Bishop of Winchester Academy. Families in Bournemouth can send their children to The Academy, a Church of England school, if they wish them to get an education with a distinctly Christian character. Our most recent Ofsted report, which found that a rising number of kids are making Outstanding progress, makes us extremely proud. The curriculum, governance, student behaviour, leadership, and management were all listed in the report as outstanding. Since its inception, "The Academy has made remarkable strides in improving student achievement, attendance, and behaviour." 2013 (Ofsted July). We are quite thrilled about our new structures. Modern schools with top-notch resources now have happy students. Most students today hope to continue their study in our innovative new 6th Form, which opened in September 2014. All year groups of the academy are oversubscribed due to its enormous popularity. Visitors frequently praise the welcoming, joyful, and purposeful atmosphere that defines our community. Our pupils take pride in their institution. At every chance, we honour our students. To be trusted with assisting in determining their futures is incredibly humbling. We do not take that trust lightly. I am always happy to show parents around our school. Please feel welcome to visit us and see us at work, I would be happy to take you on a tour personally. Thank you to our many friends and families for their continued support and prayers. Your valued contributions really do help us to make a difference to the young lives of those we serve.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
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A
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B-
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| Ofset report | Good | Outstanding | Outstanding |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 14.6 | 18.5 | 16.8 |
| 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 | -0.07 | 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 | 45.3 | 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 | 42% | 35.45% | 32.7% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 65% | 47.47% | 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 | 12% | 24.58% | 24.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 6% | 15.47% | 12.93% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 9% | 19.37% | 17.08% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.69 | 3 | 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 | 95% | 84.3% | 90.41% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 189 | 119 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 89% | 79.23% | 86.28% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 45% | 35.5% | 34.06% |
| School sixth forms | 42% | 35.73% | 30.68% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.13% | 10.44% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 7.77% | 11.12% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 2.67% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 2.5% | 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 | 43.1 | 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 | 41% 9 | 34.65% | 29.2% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 60% 2 | 48.44% | 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 | 14% | 29.41% | 25.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 5% 4 | 14.65% | 11.41% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 8% 5 | 20.09% | 16.42% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.54 | 3.18 | 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 | 97% | 84.75% | 90.21% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 145 | 120 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 88% | 77.68% | 84.05% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 43% | 32.79% | 33.38% |
| School sixth forms | 44% | 35.46% | 31.08% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.21% | 8.48% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 9.32% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 3.43% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 3.5% | 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 | -0.08 | 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 | 40.4 | 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 | 32% 20 | 35.7% | 29.12% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 62% 14 | 48.06% | 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 | 29% | 28.97% | 24.65% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 9% 1 | 15.52% | 11.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 13% 5 | 20.39% | 15.92% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.53 | 3.16 | 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% | 79.57% | 84.86% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 142 | 125 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 82% | 67.93% | 73.89% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 32% | 31.11% | 28.38% |
| School sixth forms | 48% | 34% | 31.43% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.18% | 9.11% |
| Other education destinations | - | 3.64% | 5.91% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 9% | 3.61% | 2.97% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 3.04% | 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 | 0.18 | 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 | 46.5 | 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 | 52% | 35.03% | 29.45% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 76% | 48.75% | 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 | 12% | 26.72% | 25.18% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 8% | 17.06% | 14.63% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 8% | 18.41% | 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 | 92% | 75.63% | 85.18% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 142 | 131 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 87% | 57.89% | 58.14% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 42% | 29.81% | 30.59% |
| School sixth forms | 43% | 37.7% | 32.04% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0% | 9.01% |
| Other education destinations | - | 4.22% | 5.68% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 4.89% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 3.22% | 2.46% |
A level exam result
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 | 39.5 | 36.82 | 33.36 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 40.63 | 35.84 | 32.43 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 37.5% | 18.03% | 17.63% |
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 | 41 | 115 | 249 |
| Students staying in education | 76% | 59.27% | 60.59% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 2% | 3.67% | 4.98% |
| Students entering employment | 8% | 21% | 17.76% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 12% | 7.67% | 10.71% |
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 | 30.12 2 | 27.96 | 29.34 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.79 1 | 27.77 | 28.6 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 13.8% | 12.46% | 12.99% |
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 | 53 | 112 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 58% | 49.65% | 57.23% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 9% | 6.76% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 14% | 28.24% | 21.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 4% | 8.88% | 8.81% |
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 | 28.66 5 | 30.3 | 28.97 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.41 3 | 28.79 | 28.76 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 16.7% | 15.16% | 13.27% |
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 | - | 3 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 24.82% | 31.71% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 5.71% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 25.65% | 15.82% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 4.35% | 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 | 23.47 | 29.26 | 26.71 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 29.49 | 28.53 | 27.74 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 7.7% | 12.37% | 12.59% |
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 | - | 3 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 31.2% | 36.45% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 7.73% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | - | 33.27% | 20.08% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 2.2% | 4.25% |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2023/24
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 23rd Oct 2023 - 27th Oct 2023 |
| Winter Holidays | 18th Dec 2023 - 1st Jan 2024 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 12th Feb 2024 - 16th Feb 2024 |
| Spring Holidays | 29th Mar 2024 - 12th Apr 2024 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 27th May 2024 - 31st May 2024 |
| Summer Holidays | 24th Jul 2024 - 30th Aug 2024 |
Terms Dates 2023/24
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 1st Sep 2023 - 22nd Oct 2023 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 28th Oct 2023 - 17th Dec 2023 |
| Spring Term | 2nd Jan 2024 - 11th Feb 2024 |
| Spring Term-2 | 17th Feb 2024 - 28th Mar 2024 |
| Summer Term | 13th Apr 2024 - 26th May 2024 |
| Summer Term-2 | 1st Jun 2024 - 23rd Jul 2024 |
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