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The Littlehampton Academy
- 2.5 (2 reviews)
- Secondary
- Littlehampton BN17 6FE
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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 |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
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Academic Progress: Pupils study a broad and rich curriculum with knowledgeable teachers.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Positive behaviour improvements noted, though inconsistency in application.
Communication: Parents can give feedback through Ofsted Parent View.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders address bullying quickly and efficiently.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Focused on improving education quality, teaching, and behaviour.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying is not tolerated; staff handle it promptly.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Strong emphasis on safe and positive relationships.
Career Counselling Services: Exceptional careers advice and guidance input.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Sixth-form leaders have high expectations and provide valuable support.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Enhanced provision for pupils with autism spectrum disorder.
Subjects Offered: Broad curriculum with flexible option choices, including triple science and English Baccalaureate.
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The Littlehampton Academy is a Secondary, Co-Ed, Christian school located in West Sussex, South East.
It has 1387 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 19 : 1.
At this school, 20% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
77.30% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Our goal is to become a school that guarantees good results and gives every student opportunities to improve their quality of life. We think that eliminating barriers and enabling all students to reach their potential requires building a good culture and attitude. We use our mission statement 'Inspire growth; Reap success' and the acronym 'REAP' to help us develop the habits of successful learners; to inspire growth in all of our students and enable them to be successful. To plan and carry out the realisation of that vision, we rely on our community's values of Respect, Explore, Aspiration, and Perseverance. Respect is demonstrating a supportive, upbeat attitude toward faculty, staff, and the local community. By engaging in exploration, we show that we are curious, open to trying new things, and willing to venture outside of our comfort zone. Aspire means having a desire to alter, improve, or make things better. Push past current problems and difficulties while remaining persistent.
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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 | 11-18 | 11-16 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
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| Student teacher ratio | 19.4 | 15.1 | 19 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 20% | 48% | 37% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 0.00% | - | - |
| 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 | -0.85 | 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 | 33.8 | 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 | 20% | 24.32% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 43% | 36.43% | 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 | 17% | 17.6% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 6% | 8.03% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 9% | 11.75% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 2.78 | 2.47 | 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 | 90% | 94.16% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 203 | 167 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 82% | 88.37% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 49% | 40.69% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 31% | 21.35% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 2% | 15.06% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | SP | 11.39% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 2.14% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 6% | 3.47% | 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 | -0.68 | 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 | 38.3 | 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 | 31% | 26.18% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 51% | 38.25% | 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 | 26% | 19.43% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 8% | 10.22% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 12% | 13.83% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.23 | 2.7 | 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 | 92% | 90.25% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 252 | 167 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 88% | 86.98% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 52% | 43.02% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 36% | 21.15% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 13.38% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 9.44% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 1.4% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 1.9% | 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 | -0.49 | 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 | 38.8 | 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 | 29% 8 | 24.14% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 55% 2 | 38.12% | 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 | 48% | 23.17% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 7% 3 | 9.39% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 16% 1 | 13.84% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.27 | 2.62 | 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 | 90% | 90% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 260 | 165 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 81% | 84.45% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 53% | 39.52% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 27% | 22% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 1% | 12.55% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 10.32% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 2.82% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 2.57% | 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 | -0.56 | 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 | 40.1 | 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 | 37% 10 | 24.72% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 57% 6 | 36.64% | 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 | 38% | 19.75% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 10% 2 | 8.94% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 17% 3 | 12.84% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.43 | 2.58 | 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% | 85.5% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 264 | 173 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 75.5% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 55% | 35.98% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 30% | 23.21% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 4% | 12.43% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 6.36% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 2.33% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 2.1% | 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 | -0.76 | 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 | 27% | 25.54% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 51% | 37.52% | 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 | 35% | 20.17% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 12% | 11.18% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 14% | 12.28% | 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 | 92% | 82.78% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 284 | 173 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 89% | 66.41% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 60% | 36.41% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 27% | 22.2% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 11.44% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 5.59% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 3.49% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 2.68% | 2.45% |
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 | 22.84 | 31.49 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 23.33 | 31.79 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.00% | 16.73% | 13.67% |
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 | 215 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 57% | 53.17% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 2% | 4.21% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 14% | 27.5% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 13% | 9.46% | 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 | 22.97 | 35.16 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 22.48 | 34.88 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 18.83% | 17.7% |
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 | 62 | 257 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 50% | 52.52% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 2% | 4.04% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 32% | 26.74% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 13% | 10.43% | 10.69% |
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 | 25.33 | 31.81 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 27.41 1 | 31.3 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 5.6% | 14.13% | 13.07% |
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 | 68 | 220 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 35% | 49.43% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 15% | 6.43% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 34% | 31.19% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 9% | 8.67% | 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 | 25.87 1 | 32.11 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 28.54 1 | 31.72 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 7.3% | 16.18% | 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 | 10 | 10 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 35.81% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 4.67% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 20.57% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 3.62% | 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 | 26.62 | 31.11 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 27.98 | 31.73 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 15.2% | 15.83% | 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 | 6 | 8 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 34 | 45.1% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 5.6% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 36% | 30.65% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 2.5% | 4.23% |
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Holidays & terms
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 - 2nd Sep 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
19 : 1
Student teacher ratio at The Littlehampton Academy
Local authority ratio 19 : 1