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Bluecoat Aspley Academy - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)
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Bluecoat Aspley Academy
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- Nottingham NG8 5GY
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Outstanding |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Not Previously Inspected |
| 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: Pupils’ progress typically good, some groups need more rapid progress, especially boys.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils’ behaviour typically good; some exemplary. Few don't engage well.
Academic Progress: Pupils achieve well across broad curriculum
Behaviour and Attitudes: Most behave well, some disrespect not addressed
Qualifications and Training: Senior leaders make effective use of comprehensive systems to improve the quality of teaching.
Current Educational Practices: Teachers have opportunity to work together to research new ideas.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers have strong subject knowledge
Current Educational Practices: Professional development supports teaching practices
Strengths and Challenges: Effective practice not always consistent across all teachers.
Strengths and Challenges: Inconsistent curriculum delivery by some teachers
Communication: Leaders communicate well with parents about children's progress.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents can use Ofsted Parent View
Communication: School website and Ofsted reports accessible
Parent Satisfaction: Feedback considered in inspections
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders provide valuable support and action to improve areas below standards.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Improvements achieved through targeted action plans and bespoke training packages.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Trust governance involves effective support
Actions for Quality Improvement: Focus on reading and bespoke curriculum for SEND
Managing Bullying and Safety: Leaders have established effective practices to help pupils keep safe.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Pupils cared for well; spiritual, moral, social, and cultural development.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying addressed but not always effectively
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Behaviour system in place, some pupils lack respect
Extracurricular Offerings: Programme of extra-curricular activities available.
Extracurricular Offerings: Wide range including Duke of Edinburgh Award
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Opportunities provided to develop interests
Career Counselling Services: High-quality, impartial careers guidance provided to students.
Career Counselling Services: Highly effective careers advice in sixth form
Preparation for Sixth Form: Students well-prepared for next steps
Managing and Supporting SEND: Pupils who have SEN and/or disabilities make good progress.
Managing and Supporting SEND: SEND pupils well-supported with adapted resources
Subjects Offered: Curriculum broad and balanced, encourages strengthening knowledge in different subjects.
Subjects Offered: Full range of English Baccalaureate subjects
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Bluecoat Aspley Academy is a top rated, Secondary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Nottinghamshire, East Midlands.
It has 1382 students from age 11-19 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 20 : 1.
At this school, 46% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
97.20% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
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| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
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B-
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B+
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-19 | 11-18 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 20.5 | - | 15.5 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 46% | 98% | 56% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 7.70% | 35.00% | 16.20% |
| 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 | 0.10 | 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 | 46.9 | 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 | 46% | 26.29% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 70% | 40.16% | 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 | 27% | 20.39% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 11% | 8.65% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 14% | 12.55% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.90 | 2.71 | 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 | 94% | 85.08% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 185 | 122 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 78.75% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 22% | 34.54% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 55% | 21.75% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 13% | 9.33% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 13.13% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 2.08% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 4.38% | 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 | 0.11 | 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 | 49 | 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 | 54% | 29.19% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 78% | 42.29% | 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 | 5% | 19.26% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 3% | 8.55% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 4% | 11.19% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.88 | 2.72 | 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 | 94% | 86.87% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 176 | 126 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 93% | 83.26% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 27% | 36.78% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 63% | 21.26% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 3% | 9.43% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 15.83% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 1.26% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 2.43% | 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 | 0.26 | 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 | 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 | 38% 2 | 24.38% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 60% 1 | 36.97% | 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 | 20% | 18.38% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 5% 2 | 7.93% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 9% 6 | 11.03% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.83 | 2.5 | 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 | 96% | 80.39% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 294 | 107 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 94% | 75.56% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 15% | 34.5% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 74% | 20.56% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 4% | 8.39% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 12% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 2.5% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 2.39% | 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 | -0.05 | 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 | 45.1 | 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% 9 | 24.26% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 59% 11 | 36.37% | 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 | 7% | 16.56% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 3% 8 | 7% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 3% 10 | 9.56% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.62 | 2.38 | 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 | 93% | 68.76% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 298 | 110 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 63.35% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 20% | 23% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 66% | 21.94% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 4% | 4.53% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 11.53% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 2.41% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.24% | 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 | 0.15 | 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 | 47.6 | 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 | 45% | 24.71% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 70% | 36.81% | 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 | 23% | 20.81% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 11% | 7.76% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 13% | 9.19% | 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 | 96% | 77.08% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 299 | 133 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 94% | 60.31% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 19% | 25.15% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 68% | 25.31% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 5.92% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 14.46% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 3.69% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 2.23% | 2.45% |
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 | 30.93 | 25.59 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.53 | 26.27 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 7.70% | 12.35% | 13.67% |
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| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 225 | 290 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 71% | 52.42% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 7.92% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 14% | 21.42% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 14.83% | 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 | 37.32 | 28.9 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 40 | 29.18 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 17.5% | 16.67% | 17.7% |
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 | 273 | 410 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 74% | 55.09% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 3.18% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 11% | 17.82% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 11% | 10.69% |
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 | 27.68 1 | 23.13 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.43 | 24.41 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 9.3% | 13.7% | 13.07% |
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 | 170 | 269 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 66% | 52.67% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 8% | 7.67% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 13% | 14.33% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 9% | 14.78% | 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 | 28.11 1 | 25.66 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.77 | 25.92 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 13.1% | 14.35% | 13.37% |
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 | 21 | 3 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 16 | 28.63% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 6% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 9% | 9.88% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 2% | 5.38% | 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 | 29.91 | 18.54 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.04 | 19.93 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 14.0% | 10.11% | 12.64% |
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 | 13 | 3 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 20 | 38.5% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 3.25% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 13% | 13.63% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 9.75% | 4.23% |
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 28th Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 30th Aug 2024 - 20th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 27th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
20 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Bluecoat Aspley Academy
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
