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Felixstowe School
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Felixstowe School
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- Felixstowe IP11 9QR
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Requires Improvement |
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Academic Progress: Students are making good progress in most subjects due to challenging lessons.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils exhibit keen learning attitudes and improved behaviour standards.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers have strong subject knowledge and provide clear explanations.
Current Educational Practices: Teaching quality is improving with consistent guidance from leaders.
Strengths and Challenges: Inconsistent teaching in a few subjects due to temporary staff; support provided.
Communication: School communicates through regular updates on child's progress and events.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents' views considered in inspection; generally positive feedback.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents can use Ofsted Parent View to provide feedback.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders handle conflicts effectively, supported by trust's strengthened leadership.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leadership has raised standards and improved the quality of education.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Safeguarding arrangements are effective.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: School promotes well-being; pupils feel safe.
Extracurricular Offerings: Wide variety of opportunities including clubs and sporting activities.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Curriculum supports balance between academics and extracurriculars.
Career Counselling Services: Strong careers guidance throughout the school.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Bespoke support for sixth form students to achieve goals.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Curriculum adapted well for pupils with special educational needs.
Subjects Offered: Pupils study a range of subjects and take more GCSEs in English Baccalaureate.
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Felixstowe School is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Suffolk, East of England.
It has 1245 students from age 11-19 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1.
At this school, 28% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
91.80% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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We requested faculty, staff, and students to consider the drafting of a vision statement that would reflect Felixstowe Academy's community's accomplishments as well as our goals for the Academy. Before creating the words and concepts that would make up our Vision, the process gave us a chance to consider what the ideals of "Inspiration," "Influence," and "Integrity" meant to us as a community and as individuals. With the help of these ideals and our vision, we will be able to give this community the top-notch education it deserves. Encourage pupils to be successful, content, and independent as well as resilient. Raising standards, enhancing the calibre of instruction and curriculum delivery, and providing superior care, direction, and support are currently major areas of attention. Our main goal is to create a special environment that combines high standards and aspirations with fun, excitement, and a love of learning. This will result in a dynamic learning atmosphere where students put in a lot of effort and pursue their aspirations. The compassionate personnel at Felixstowe Academy are remarkable people who sincerely care about each and every child. We sincerely hope that anyone you decide to enlist as a member of our fantastic school community will give your child the ideal setting in which to realise their aims, dreams, and aspirations. We sincerely hope that you will witness all of this in action if you choose to join our community here at Felixstowe Academy! Our students are intelligent, well-spoken young people who will be more than happy to welcome you inside and show you around their campus.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
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| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-19 | 11-18 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Boys | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 16 | 19.3 | 17.2 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 28% | 98% | 43% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 3.30% | 35.00% | 20.90% |
| 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 | -0.45 | 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 | 39.1 | 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 | 28% | 27.21% | 29.96% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 55% | 41.83% | 42.99% |
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 | 9% | 18.17% | 25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 4% | 7.12% | 10.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 5% | 10.69% | 15.47% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.20 | 2.77 | 2.82 |
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% | 88.49% | 90.52% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 206 | 140 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 81.35% | 84.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 37% | 38.96% | 32.75% |
| School sixth forms | 50% | 32.35% | 29.73% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 4.88% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 5.24% | 11.48% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 3.37% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 3.76% | 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 | -0.32 | 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 | 44.5 | 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 | 44% | 27.91% | 32.78% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 61% | 41.74% | 45.26% |
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% | 16.55% | 24.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 7% | 8.38% | 12.99% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 8% | 11.29% | 17.14% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.66 | 2.84 | 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% | 91.24% | 90.39% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 216 | 139 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 87% | 86.3% | 86.27% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 36% | 39.28% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 50% | 35.58% | 30.75% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 4.88% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 6.44% | 11.13% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 2.52% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 2.46% | 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 | -0.63 | 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 | 40.9 | 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 | 32% 2 | 26.24% | 29.24% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 56% 3 | 42.5% | 43.34% |
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% | 24.5% | 25.76% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 7% 5 | 9.22% | 11.44% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 10% 6 | 14.43% | 16.45% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.45 | 3.05 | 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 | 94% | 93.32% | 90.21% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 208 | 137 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 85% | 85.48% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 40% | 36.73% | 33.3% |
| School sixth forms | 45% | 37.89% | 31.15% |
| Sixth form colleges | SP | 8.27% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 2.66% | 11.19% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 4.59% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 3.27% | 2.76% |
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 | -0.5 | 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 | 39.1 | 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 | 34% 9 | 27.79% | 29.18% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 53% 5 | 43.5% | 42.58% |
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 | 9% | 21.2% | 24.69% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 2% 5 | 7.92% | 11.29% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 4% 4 | 12.59% | 15.97% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.03 | 3.05 | 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% | 88.36% | 84.86% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 268 | 148 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 85% | 77.17% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 26% | 33.1% | 28.32% |
| School sixth forms | 58% | 37.07% | 31.51% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 5.86% | 9.07% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 1.43% | 5.94% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 8% | 4.88% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 2.98% | 2.06% |
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 | -0.62 | 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 | 36.4 | 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 | 25% | 27.84% | 29.51% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 48% | 43.98% | 43.04% |
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% | 21.47% | 25.21% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 7% | 10.55% | 14.68% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 8% | 11.63% | 16.23% |
| 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 | 93% | 89.82% | 85.23% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 281 | 161 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 86% | 66.32% | 58.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 29% | 37.55% | 30.56% |
| School sixth forms | 56% | 37.5% | 32.11% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 6.66% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 1.45% | 5.75% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 12% | 6.68% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 7% | 3.39% | 2.46% |
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 | 22.2 | 27.91 | 29.99 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 25.22 | 28.39 | 29.55 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 3.30% | 11.94% | 13.64% |
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| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 46 | 240 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 37% | 49.86% | 58.59% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 11% | 8.05% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 42% | 28.95% | 21.14% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 11% | 10.09% | 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 | 26.13 | 29.83 | 33.4 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 27.69 | 29.21 | 32.48 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 14.39% | 17.69% |
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 | 54 | 314 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 37% | 53.1% | 60.66% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 7% | 5.86% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 32% | 27.33% | 17.72% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 19% | 10.14% | 10.7% |
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 | 23.97 3 | 27.68 | 29.38 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 26.67 3 | 28.27 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 13.3% | 11.89% | 13.04% |
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 | 56 | 278 | 231 |
| Students staying in education | 29% | 51.19% | 57.28% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 21% | 8.33% | 7.78% |
| Students entering employment | 40% | 29% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 9% | 7.9% | 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 | 26.80 1 | 27.91 | 29.02 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 29.58 5 | 27.94 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 8.7% | 11.35% | 13.34% |
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 | - | 4 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 19 | 49.05% | 31.48% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 11% | 6.81% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 26% | 23.19% | 15.8% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 3.43% | 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 | 25.63 | 26.76 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 24.44 | 27.01 | 27.74 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 11.18% | 12.63% |
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 | 7 | 3 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 22 | 46.42% | 36.22% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 10% | 9.04% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 35% | 26.46% | 20.04% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 3.25% | 4.23% |
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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 | 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 - 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 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
16 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Felixstowe School
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
