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Iceni Academy
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- Methwold IP26 4PE
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Based on the inspection date: 10 March 2020
Requires Improvement
| The quality of education | Requires Improvement |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Requires Improvement |
| Personal development | Requires Improvement |
| Leadership and management | Requires Improvement |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
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Academic Progress: Some pupils do not attend the secondary phase regularly enough, limiting their achievement.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Most pupils behave well, but some secondary-aged pupils have poor attendance and high exclusions.
Current Educational Practices: In the primary phase, staff have strong subject knowledge and teach well. Secondary phase curriculum changes are 'work in progress'.
Strengths and Challenges: Secondary teachers do not shape learning well for SEND pupils. Newly qualified teachers need more support.
Parent Satisfaction: Most parents would recommend the school to others.
Communication: Most pupils feel safe, but a small number of parents believe leaders could respond better to concerns.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: A small number of parents believe leaders could respond better to concerns.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders need to ensure consistent improvement planning and address issues in secondary phase effectively.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Most pupils told us that staff resolve bullying issues. Some secondary pupils shared concerns about bullying.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Secondary phase safeguarding records need to be updated quickly and thoroughly.
Extracurricular Offerings: Older pupils participate in clubs and a cadet force. Primary-phase pupils learn to play the steel pans.
Career Counselling Services: Appropriate careers guidance helps to prepare pupils well for their next steps.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Primary phase provides good support for SEND pupils. Secondary phase needs to adapt curriculum better for SEND pupils.
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Iceni Academy is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Norfolk, East of England.
It has 748 students from age 11-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 21 : 1.
At this school, 32% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
This school rated Requires Improvement by recent Ofsted inspection.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
C+
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B-
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B-
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| Ofset report | Requires Improvement | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-16 | 11-16 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 21.3 | 15.1 | 19.3 |
| Proficient Math | 100 | - | - |
| Proficient Read | 101 | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 32% | 48% | 30% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| 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 | 100 | 91 | 97 |
| Reading | 101 | 93 | 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 | 43% | 46.19% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 3.88% | 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 | -1.6 | Below Average |
| Writing | 0.7 | Average |
| Maths | -1.3 | 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 | 103 1 | 94 | 96 |
| Reading | 101 1 | 94 | 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 | 57% 7 | 55.04% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 6.78% | 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 | -1.9 | Below Average |
| Writing | 1.1 | Above Average |
| Maths | -0.5 | 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 | 102 3 | 88 | 94 |
| Reading | 102 2 | 89 | 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 | 50% 12 | 51.55% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 5.5% | 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 | 0.1 | Average |
| Writing | 0.9 | Above Average |
| Maths | 1.2 | Above 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 | 99 | 83 | 93 |
| Reading | 100 | 83 | 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 | 38% | 46.88% | 56.29% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 6.77% | 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 | -2.5 | Below Average |
| Writing | -0.5 | Below Average |
| Maths | -4.2 | Below Average |
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 | -0.38 | 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 | 38.9 | 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% | 27.37% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 49% | 42.67% | 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 | 66% | 27.3% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 6% | 9.71% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 16% | 14.55% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.67 | 2.73 | 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% | 87.16% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 103 | 125 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 78% | 79.79% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 60% | 39.27% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 14% | 25.75% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 3% | 6.49% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 8.29% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 2.94% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 8% | 4.43% | 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 | -0.53 | 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 | 40.6 | 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 | 31% | 30.19% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 57% | 44.51% | 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 | 77% | 26.78% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 15% | 11.14% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 27% | 16.73% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.91 | 2.81 | 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 | 95% | 92.5% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 104 | 125 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 85% | 87.73% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 68% | 41.76% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 11% | 27.06% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 2% | 7.26% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 4% | 11.66% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 2.45% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 6% | 2.39% | 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 | 38.2 | 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 | 38% 2 | 28.24% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 56% 5 | 44.56% | 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% | 25.91% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 10% 2 | 9.71% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 15% 5 | 15.03% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.53 | 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 | 91% | 89.89% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 131 | 119 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 72% | 83.26% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 53% | 40.91% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 17% | 25.41% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 2% | 6.44% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 10.54% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 13% | 3.81% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 6% | 2.81% | 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 | -0.44 | 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 | 38.5 | 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 | 36% 6 | 23.92% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 61% 6 | 37.69% | 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 | 20% | 21.14% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 8% 5 | 7.8% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 10% 7 | 11.92% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.53 | 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 | 94% | 80.34% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 104 | 124 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 83% | 71.85% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 61% | 34.3% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 19% | 25.57% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 8.09% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 2.79% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 2.85% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 9% | 2.66% | 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 | -0.04 | 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 | 44.2 | 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 | 42% | 24.7% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 67% | 38.88% | 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 | 9% | 20.87% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 3% | 10.74% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 3% | 11.91% | 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 | 94% | 80.8% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 120 | 130 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 57.66% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 55% | 37% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 34% | 25.1% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 7.68% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 3.8% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 13% | 5.39% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 2.34% | 2.45% |
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.
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.
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 | - | 29.14 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | - | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 29.4 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 11.99% | 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 | 6 | 1 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 16 | 42.84% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 18% | 6.72% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 40% | 26.28% | 15.81% |
| 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 | 16.58 | 23.91 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | D- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 19.26 | 24.77 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 8.85% | 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 | - | 1 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 51.77% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 25% | 8.45% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | - | 26.91% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 4.23% | 4.23% |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 25th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 6th Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 22nd Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 23rd Jul 2025 - 2nd Sep 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th Sep 2024 - 24th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 7th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 23rd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
21 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Iceni Academy
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
