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Fakenham Academy
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Fakenham Academy is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Norfolk, East of England.
It has 794 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 19 : 1.
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Thank you for taking an interest in Fakenham Academy. We are a local school with high ambitions. Drawing on the support of our partner schools within Sapientia Education Trust, our key drive is to continuously improve educational outcomes for all our students. We believe that education is the key to transforming life chances, and that by creating an outstanding learning environment where all students are happy and taught well we will enhance their prospects to become productive, successful citizens of the future. To achieve our goal of an outstanding learning environment we insist on getting the basics right day in and day out. These core standards include high expectations of everyone in our learning community. Please see our website for further details.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
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| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
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| Ofset report | - | - | - |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-16 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 19.6 | 16.1 | 15.1 |
| 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 | -0.45 | 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 | 41.9 | 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 | 40% | 29.84% | 32.7% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 61% | 44% | 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 | 17% | 26.47% | 24.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 7% | 11.01% | 12.93% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 10% | 16.54% | 17.08% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.49 | 2.78 | 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 | 93% | 92.5% | 90.41% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 119 | 125 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 79% | 87.73% | 86.28% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 32% | 41.76% | 34.06% |
| School sixth forms | 46% | 27.06% | 30.68% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 7.26% | 10.44% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 11.66% | 11.12% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 2.45% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 8% | 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 | 0.07 | 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 | 42.7 | 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 | 24% 11 | 28.24% | 29.2% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 57% 2 | 44.56% | 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 | 25% | 25.91% | 25.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 6% 1 | 9.71% | 11.41% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 12% 3 | 15.03% | 16.42% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.57 | 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 | 98% | 89.89% | 90.21% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 137 | 119 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 88% | 83.26% | 84.05% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 36% | 40.91% | 33.38% |
| School sixth forms | 51% | 25.41% | 31.08% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 6.44% | 8.48% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 10.54% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 8% | 3.81% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 2.81% | 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 | 0.16 | 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 | 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% 1 | 23.92% | 29.12% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 59% 2 | 37.69% | 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 | 23% | 21.14% | 24.65% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 5% 8 | 7.8% | 11.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 9% 6 | 11.92% | 15.92% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.65 | 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 | 97% | 80.34% | 84.86% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 124 | 124 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 88% | 71.85% | 73.89% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 35% | 34.3% | 28.38% |
| School sixth forms | 51% | 25.57% | 31.43% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 8.09% | 9.11% |
| Other education destinations | - | 2.79% | 5.91% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 2.85% | 2.97% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 2.66% | 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 | 0.03 | 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% | 24.7% | 29.45% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 61% | 38.88% | 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 | 24% | 20.87% | 25.18% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 13% | 10.74% | 14.63% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 15% | 11.91% | 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 | 91% | 80.8% | 85.18% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 126 | 130 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 84% | 57.66% | 58.14% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 43% | 37% | 30.59% |
| School sixth forms | 40% | 25.1% | 32.04% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 7.68% | 9.01% |
| Other education destinations | - | 3.8% | 5.68% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 12% | 5.39% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 7% | 2.34% | 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 | 28.1 | 35.18 | 33.36 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 28.37 | 33.15 | 32.43 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 2.0% | 15.89% | 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 | 90 | 301 | 249 |
| Students staying in education | 54% | 53.36% | 60.59% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 10% | 5.92% | 4.98% |
| Students entering employment | 18% | 24.16% | 17.76% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 14% | 11.48% | 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 | 32.45 4 | 29.87 | 29.34 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 31.91 1 | 28.38 | 28.6 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 8.5% | 12.57% | 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 | 74 | 250 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 45% | 47.48% | 57.23% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 7.48% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 30% | 29.16% | 21.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 15% | 11.16% | 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 | 28.33 | 29.14 | 28.97 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 30.98 2 | 29.4 | 28.76 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 9.1% | 11.99% | 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 | - | 1 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 23 | 42.84% | 31.71% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 10% | 6.72% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 33% | 26.28% | 15.82% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 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 | 28.94 | 23.91 | 26.71 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.31 | 24.77 | 27.74 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 14.6% | 8.85% | 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 | 5 | 1 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 23 | 51.77% | 36.45% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 8% | 8.45% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 30% | 26.91% | 20.08% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 4.23% | 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 | 21st Dec 2023 - 3rd Jan 2024 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 19th Feb 2024 - 23rd Feb 2024 |
| Spring Holidays | 28th Mar 2024 - 12th Apr 2024 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 27th May 2024 - 31st May 2024 |
| Summer Holidays | 22nd Jul 2024 - 3rd Sep 2024 |
Terms Dates 2023/24
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 6th Sep 2023 - 22nd Oct 2023 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 28th Oct 2023 - 20th Dec 2023 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2024 - 18th Feb 2024 |
| Spring Term-2 | 24th Feb 2024 - 27th Mar 2024 |
| Summer Term | 13th Apr 2024 - 26th May 2024 |
| Summer Term-2 | 1st Jun 2024 - 21st Jul 2024 |
Students Teachers
19 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Fakenham Academy
Local authority ratio 18 : 1