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Lord Derby Academy
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Lord Derby Academy
- Secondary
- Knowsley District L36 6DG
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Based on the inspection date: 24 April 2019
Requires Improvement
| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Requires Improvement |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Requires Improvement |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Requires Improvement |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Requires Improvement |
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Lord Derby Academy is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Merseyside, North West.
It has 1072 students from age 11-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1.
This school rated Requires Improvement by recent Ofsted inspection.
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We are not choosy because we think local kids should go to local schools. We embrace diversity and welcome kids from at-risk groups like FSM, SEND, LAC, etc. All of our employees receive ongoing, top-notch professional development. We abide by the National Joint Council's and school teachers' pay and conditions. We actively engage trade unions in our decision-making and collaborate with them in a beneficial way. In behaviour collaborations and challenging to establish protocols, we fully participate.
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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 | Requires Improvement | Requires Improvement | - |
| Age range | 11-16 | 11-16 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 15.7 | 16 | 20 |
| 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 | -0.61 | 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 | 31% | 17% | 32.7% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 56% | 29.9% | 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 | 71% | 15.1% | 24.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 13% | 4.6% | 12.93% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 25% | 7.1% | 17.08% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.57 | 1.98 | 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 | 88% | 83.5% | 90.41% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 202 | 108 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 85% | 78.63% | 86.28% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 64% | 51% | 34.06% |
| School sixth forms | 2% | 3.88% | 30.68% |
| Sixth form colleges | 18% | 9.63% | 10.44% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 13.88% | 11.12% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | SP | 2.38% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 2.5% | 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 | -0.3 | 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 | 37.5 | 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 | 22% 4 | 10.56% | 29.2% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 44% 9 | 23.22% | 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 | 75% | 19% | 25.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 11% 1 | 2.67% | 11.41% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 21% 7 | 4.78% | 16.42% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.45 | 1.66 | 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 | 89% | 78.63% | 90.21% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 133 | 98 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 80% | 72.75% | 84.05% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 70% | 46.38% | 33.38% |
| School sixth forms | 2% | 5.75% | 31.08% |
| Sixth form colleges | 8% | 7.38% | 8.48% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 13.25% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 2.63% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 3.38% | 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 | -0.53 | 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 | 35.9 | 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 | 18% 8 | 11.56% | 29.12% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 35% 17 | 24.11% | 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 | 69% | 16.44% | 24.65% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 10% 4 | 3.22% | 11.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 14% 3 | 5.78% | 15.92% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.15 | 1.73 | 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 | 84% | 75.63% | 84.86% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 171 | 117 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 70% | 67.13% | 73.89% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 56% | 40.5% | 28.38% |
| School sixth forms | - | 5.5% | 31.43% |
| Sixth form colleges | 9% | 5% | 9.11% |
| Other education destinations | - | 12.5% | 5.91% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 11% | 4.5% | 2.97% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 3.5% | 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 | -0.43 | 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 | 26% | 13.33% | 29.45% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 52% | 26.89% | 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 | 62% | 12.56% | 25.18% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 14% | 2.67% | 14.63% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 17% | 3.56% | 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 | 84% | 79.13% | 85.18% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 210 | 128 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 78% | 61.38% | 58.14% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 65% | 46% | 30.59% |
| School sixth forms | - | 7.5% | 32.04% |
| Sixth form colleges | 12% | 4.88% | 9.01% |
| Other education destinations | - | 12.63% | 5.68% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 5.5% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 6% | 3.5% | 2.46% |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2023/24
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 30th Oct 2023 - 3rd Nov 2023 |
| Winter Holidays | 22nd Dec 2023 - 2nd Jan 2024 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 12th Feb 2024 - 16th Feb 2024 |
| Spring Holidays | 29th Mar 2024 - 12th Apr 2024 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 27th May 2024 - 31st May 2024 |
| Summer Holidays | 22nd Jul 2024 - 30th Aug 2024 |
Terms Dates 2023/24
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th Sep 2023 - 29th Oct 2023 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 4th Nov 2023 - 21st Dec 2023 |
| Spring Term | 3rd Jan 2024 - 11th Feb 2024 |
| Spring Term-2 | 17th Feb 2024 - 28th Mar 2024 |
| Summer Term | 13th Apr 2024 - 26th May 2024 |
| Summer Term-2 | 1st Jun 2024 - 21st Jul 2024 |
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15 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Lord Derby Academy
Local authority ratio 19 : 1