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Bradfields 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 |
| 16 to 19 study programmes | Outstanding |
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Academic Progress: All pupils make excellent progress from their different starting points.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils demonstrate excellent manners, consideration, empathy, and respect.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Leaders intervene swiftly so no pupils are left behind.
Teacher Engagement: Staff share leaders' high expectations and are reflective about their practice.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Teaching is outstanding, enabling pupils to achieve highly across subjects.
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: High expectations and continuous learning improve teaching quality.
Opportunities for Parent Involvement: Parents have many opportunities to get involved in school activities.
Communication with Parents: The school provides parents with a wealth of opportunities to learn about the curriculum.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents feel welcome and enjoy getting involved in activities.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Governors challenge and support leaders effectively.
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: Relentless drive for improvement and participation in research projects.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: Policies and procedures ensure staff are clear about safeguarding responsibilities.
Behaviour and Attitudes of Pupils: Consistent implementation of behaviour policy results in outstanding behaviour.
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: Staff act as excellent role models, promoting a safe environment.
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: An abundance of trips, workshops, and events outside of school enrich learning.
Balancing Academics with Extracurriculars: Teachers ensure that pupils can manage both academic and extracurricular activities.
Career Counselling Services: Work placements and vocational courses prepare students well for working lives.
Preparation for Next Key Stage: Innovative projects secure successful transitions between key stages.
Support for SEND: Extensive outreach improves provision for pupils with special educational needs.
Subjects Offered: Wide range of subjects including French, Polish, Mandarin Chinese, and various vocational courses.
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Bradfields Academy is a top rated, All-through, Co-Ed school located in Kent, South East.
It has 401 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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In order for students to thrive and fully develop their cognitive, social, and emotional skills in order to take a full, active, and responsible role in their local community and beyond as Global Citizens and Ambassadors for students with disabilities, Bradfields Academy aims to be a leading centre of excellence in the special education sector.
as a crucial component of the learning process, to increase emotional intelligence and positive social and emotional abilities;
to cultivate talents for leisure and employment that last beyond enrollment in our Academy;
to guarantee that every student has access to chances for inclusion in the neighbourhood;
to guarantee that every student comprehends British values, traditions, and culture; and to help students develop a sense of what it means to be a citizen of the United Kingdom.
to become more aware of what it means to be a global citizen;
to instil a sense of voice and value in all students, parents/caregivers, staff, governors, and other professionals connected to the school.
To guarantee that all students, faculty, and staff have access to high-quality physical and educational resources.
To recognise, access, and put into practise the intellectual and practical advantages of professional learning [INSET & CPD] in order to improve the standard of instruction provided and boost staff members' professional development;
to take the lead in projects involving action research, particularly those involving complex learning impairments, teaching techniques, and leadership and management.
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as a crucial component of the learning process, to increase emotional intelligence and positive social and emotional abilities;
to cultivate talents for leisure and employment that last beyond enrollment in our Academy;
to guarantee that every student has access to chances for inclusion in the neighbourhood;
to guarantee that every student comprehends British values, traditions, and culture; and to help students develop a sense of what it means to be a citizen of the United Kingdom.
to become more aware of what it means to be a global citizen;
to instil a sense of voice and value in all students, parents/caregivers, staff, governors, and other professionals connected to the school.
To guarantee that all students, faculty, and staff have access to high-quality physical and educational resources.
To recognise, access, and put into practise the intellectual and practical advantages of professional learning [INSET & CPD] in order to improve the standard of instruction provided and boost staff members' professional development;
to take the lead in projects involving action research, particularly those involving complex learning impairments, teaching techniques, and leadership and management.
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| Phase of Education | All-through | All-through |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies |
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| Ofset report | Outstanding | Good |
| Age range | 4-19 | 4-19 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 6.8 | 18.1 |
| Proficient Math | - | 104 |
| Proficient Read | - | 105 |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 0% | 29% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | 5.90% |
| 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 | - | 93 | 97 |
| Reading | - | 94 | 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% | 53.13% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 5.34% | 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 | -11.7 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -11.3 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -14.7 | 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 | - | 95 | 96 |
| Reading | - | 95 | 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% | 60.33% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 9.29% | 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 | -6.1 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -9.1 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -7.8 | 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 | - | 90 | 94 |
| Reading | - | 91 | 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 | - | 55.93% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | - | 7.76% | 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 | - | - |
| Writing | - | - |
| Maths | - | - |
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 | 82 | 91 | 93 |
| Reading | 88 | 91 | 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% | 51.29% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 6.09% | 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 | - | - |
| Writing | - | - |
| Maths | - | - |
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 | -1.64 | 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 | 0.4 | 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 | 0% | 29.27% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 40.92% | 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% | 25.92% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 12.88% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 18.62% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.00 | 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 | 97% | 91.35% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 37 | 144 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 97% | 86.35% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 3% | 21.65% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 49.5% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.05% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 95% | 15.3% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 1.95% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 3.2% | 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 | -2.01 | 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% | 31.54% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 43.69% | 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% | 23.96% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 14.73% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 18.77% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.04 | 2.79 | 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 | 100% | 95.3% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 32 | 140 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 91.9% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 3% | 25.05% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 49.9% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.05% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 97% | 16.9% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 1.2% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 2.3% | 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 | -1.57 | 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 | 0.8 | 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% | 31.67% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 44.92% | 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% | 27.33% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 13.5% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 18.67% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.03 | 2.85 | 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 | 100% | 90.11% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 36 | 133 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 85.89% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 3% | 23.26% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 3% | 47.32% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.11% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 94% | 15.42% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 2.42% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 1.89% | 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 | -1.46 | 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 | 0.8 | 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% | 32.13% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 45.65% | 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 | 0% | 28.35% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 12% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 17.78% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 2.96 | 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 | 97% | 84.53% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 35 | 141 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 75.47% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 20% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | - | 50.47% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | 94% | 9.58% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 1.53% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 0.95% | 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 | -1.49 | 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 | 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% | 31.91% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 44.35% | 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% | 27.78% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 17.48% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 19.13% | 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 | 100% | 84.63% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 40 | 150 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 52.37% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 15% | 22.32% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 50.11% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | 85% | 8.79% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 3.21% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 1.47% | 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 | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 23rd Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 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 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
6 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Bradfields Academy
Local authority ratio 20 : 1
