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The Dean Academy
- Secondary
- Lydney GL15 5DZ
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Requires Improvement |
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Academic Progress: Pupils receive a good-quality education.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are sensible and respectful.
Strengths and Challenges: Staff work hard to motivate pupils.
Parent Satisfaction: Several parents told us that their children have flourished at the school.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders have dramatically improved behaviour in the school.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Pupils have confidence in the way that staff manage behaviour, including bullying.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Staff convey clear messages on sexual harassment, abuse and violence.
Extracurricular Offerings: Year 11 pupils can sign up for ‘Victory Hour’.
Career Counselling Services: Staff work hard to motivate pupils to make their career plans a reality.
Managing and Supporting SEND: The ‘EPIC Centre’ provides careful planning for pupils with ASD.
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The Dean Academy is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Gloucestershire, South West.
It has 690 students from age 11-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1.
At this school, 34% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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I feel incredibly blessed and delighted to lead The Dean Academy. This is an exciting time for the school as we embark on a journey of change and improvement. I am convinced that we are becoming into a school that our community can be proud of because we have high expectations for both the students and the faculty. Restorative Practice is central to all we do at The Dean Academy because we think a school can only succeed when it is a true community. We ask that all community members be prepared, responsible, and polite because our vision is founded on fun, success, and community. From our pupils, we demand nothing less than exceptional conduct and a positive attitude toward study. We think that perseverance and hard effort may lead to success for all kids. In order to help pupils develop a thorough knowledge and comprehension of the world around them, we provide a comprehensive and demanding curriculum. We take pride in our inclusive philosophy, which is founded on the idea that every child has a right to an engaging education that is tailored to their individual needs. We make sure that our devoted staff members have the chance to collaborate with coworkers from Malmesbury School and Bradon Forest School because we are a part of The Athelstan Trust and Avon Teaching School Alliance. I am looking forward to getting to know you and working with you. The support of our entire school community—students, families, and staff—is crucial to our success. If you would like to set up a visit, we would be happy to welcome you to our school.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
B-
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B-
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C+
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Requires Improvement |
| Age range | 11-16 | 11-16 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 15.6 | 15.1 | 15.5 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 34% | 48% | 20% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| 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 | 42.9 | 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 | 34% | 34.85% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 64% | 48.04% | 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 | 26% | 20.97% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 5% | 11.62% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 9% | 15.37% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.60 | 3.11 | 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 | 91% | 87.79% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 117 | 133 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 73% | 79.94% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 53% | 24.68% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 20% | 39.85% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 10% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 5.55% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 3.26% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 14% | 4.57% | 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 | -0.02 | 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 | 43.9 | 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 | 35% | 38.14% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 58% | 49.98% | 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 | 13% | 21.76% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 5% | 14.18% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 8% | 17.82% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.66 | 3.31 | 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% | 93.04% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 127 | 135 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 84% | 87.89% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 63% | 29.84% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 20% | 42.82% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 8.18% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 7% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 2.67% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 2.56% | 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 | -0.45 | 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 | 37.2 | 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 | 24% 1 | 35.7% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 49% 3 | 50.75% | 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 | 22% | 26.23% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 6% 1 | 13.98% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 11% 3 | 19.55% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.22 | 3.32 | 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 | 93% | 95.21% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 137 | 145 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 74% | 87.05% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 54% | 26.08% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 19% | 46.39% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 8.47% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 6.05% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 11% | 5% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 8% | 3.11% | 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 | -0.6 | 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 | 37.9 | 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 | 25% 3 | 37.5% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 52% 2 | 52.02% | 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 | 30% | 27.05% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 7% 3 | 15.43% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 14% 1 | 20.31% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.32 | 3.35 | 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 | 91% | 85.51% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 162 | 145 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 73% | 73.56% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 49% | 22.41% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 24% | 44.79% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 7.03% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 1.59% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 11% | 3.69% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 6% | 2.49% | 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 | -0.21 | 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 | 39.8 | 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 | 28% | 37.3% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 50% | 51.78% | 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 | 18% | 27.96% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 10% | 18.44% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 13% | 19.85% | 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 | 86% | 89.58% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 175 | 151 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 80% | 58.29% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 61% | 28.13% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 19% | 45.84% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 6.74% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 1.66% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 13% | 6.13% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 6% | 3.11% | 2.45% |
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th 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 | 14th Apr 2025 - 25th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 22nd Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 27th 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 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 21st Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
15 : 1
Student teacher ratio at The Dean Academy
Local authority ratio 17 : 1