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Neale-Wade Academy
- 1.7 (3 reviews)
- Secondary
- March PE15 9PX
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Based on the inspection date: 31 October 2023
Requires Improvement
| The quality of education | Requires Improvement |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Requires Improvement |
| Personal development | Requires Improvement |
| Leadership and management | Requires Improvement |
| Sixth-form provision | Requires Improvement |
| Previous inspection grade | Requires Improvement |
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Academic Progress: Not all pupils learn well and make the progress they should.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Behaviour is better but lessons are still disrupted.
Strengths and Challenges: Significant variability in curriculum delivery affects student learning.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Some pupils struggle to trust staff to resolve concerns.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Trust has provided additional support, leading to improvements.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying is rare; effective procedures are in place.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Pupils feel safe but some use inappropriate language.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Needs accurately identified but curriculum delivery inconsistent.
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Neale-Wade Academy is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Cambridgeshire, East of England.
It has 1303 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 19 : 1.
At this school, 24% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
96.40% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Requires Improvement by recent Ofsted inspection.
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We are dedicated to developing a solid relationship with parents and other carers that enables all of our students to have complete support and a happy childhood.
We place a high priority on ensuring that our kids feel safe and content, and that their time in school is a special event that will serve as the foundation for a rich and fulfilling future.
We hold our pupils to the highest standards and are always looking for ways to broaden their horizons and inspire their desire.
Our staff is extremely skilled, dedicated, and committed, and they understand how important it is to make learning engaging, interesting, and conducive to developing trusting connections.
A robust system of assistance is in place to assist students in managing their learning, gaining confidence, and taking advantage of opportunities.
I appreciate that you have decided to send your child to Neale-Wade Academy for secondary education, and I am looking forward to working with you.
The mission of Neale-Wade Academy is to bring out the best in each student.
Our goal is to give every student the opportunity to "dream, believe, and accomplish."
We work hard every day to do everything we can to help all of our students and staff reach their full potential.
College ethos Neale-Wade aims to establish a demanding learning environment that fosters high standards for achievement.
The development of each student's self-esteem depends on their interactions with other students and staff.
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We place a high priority on ensuring that our kids feel safe and content, and that their time in school is a special event that will serve as the foundation for a rich and fulfilling future.
We hold our pupils to the highest standards and are always looking for ways to broaden their horizons and inspire their desire.
Our staff is extremely skilled, dedicated, and committed, and they understand how important it is to make learning engaging, interesting, and conducive to developing trusting connections.
A robust system of assistance is in place to assist students in managing their learning, gaining confidence, and taking advantage of opportunities.
I appreciate that you have decided to send your child to Neale-Wade Academy for secondary education, and I am looking forward to working with you.
The mission of Neale-Wade Academy is to bring out the best in each student.
Our goal is to give every student the opportunity to "dream, believe, and accomplish."
We work hard every day to do everything we can to help all of our students and staff reach their full potential.
College ethos Neale-Wade aims to establish a demanding learning environment that fosters high standards for achievement.
The development of each student's self-esteem depends on their interactions with other students and staff.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
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B-
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| Ofset report | Requires Improvement | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 19.3 | - | 20.1 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 24% | 98% | 41% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 6.30% | 35.00% | 8.30% |
| 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 | -0.65 | 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 | 37.1 | 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 | 24% | 28.91% | 29.96% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 51% | 39.33% | 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 | 33% | 21.79% | 25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 9% | 12.46% | 10.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 19% | 16.17% | 15.47% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.25 | 2.68 | 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 | 89% | 92.05% | 90.52% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 210 | 147 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 82% | 85.63% | 84.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 43% | 23.66% | 32.75% |
| School sixth forms | 35% | 19.85% | 29.73% |
| Sixth form colleges | 4% | 28.37% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 13.83% | 11.48% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 2.15% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 4.07% | 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 | -0.8 | 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 | 36.1 | 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 | 29% | 31.24% | 32.78% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 54% | 41.76% | 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 | 17% | 23.32% | 24.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 2% | 15.45% | 12.99% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 4% | 18.89% | 17.14% |
| EBacc average points score | 3 | 2.95 | 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 | 93% | 93.65% | 90.39% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 214 | 145 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 86% | 89.83% | 86.27% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 43% | 24.3% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 43% | 22.65% | 30.75% |
| Sixth form colleges | SP | 27.38% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 15.65% | 11.13% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 1.6% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 2.2% | 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 | -0.24 | 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 | 42.1 | 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 | 30% 10 | 26.86% | 29.24% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 55% 14 | 38.05% | 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 | 41% | 20.1% | 25.76% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 2% 2 | 10.87% | 11.44% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 8% 1 | 14.52% | 16.45% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.44 | 2.57 | 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 | 93% | 94.38% | 90.21% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 250 | 148 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 82% | 87.7% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 47% | 26.41% | 33.3% |
| School sixth forms | 31% | 19.95% | 31.15% |
| Sixth form colleges | 4% | 28.22% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | SP | 13.11% | 11.19% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 3.14% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 6% | 3.57% | 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 | -0.4 | 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 | 39.7 | 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 | 20% 2 | 26.03% | 29.18% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 41% 6 | 37.13% | 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 | 25% | 19.76% | 24.69% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 4% 7 | 10.26% | 11.29% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 9% 5 | 13.9% | 15.97% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.23 | 2.54 | 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% | 85.5% | 84.86% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 278 | 152 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 84% | 79.09% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 48% | 20.76% | 28.32% |
| School sixth forms | 32% | 18.06% | 31.51% |
| Sixth form colleges | 3% | 27.12% | 9.07% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 8.35% | 5.94% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 2.88% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 2.65% | 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 | -0.2 | 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 | 39.9 | 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 | 22% | 26.74% | 29.51% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 47% | 37.46% | 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 | 26% | 20.08% | 25.21% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 11% | 12.67% | 14.68% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 14% | 13.77% | 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 | 89% | 82.34% | 85.23% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 290 | 163 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 84% | 72.56% | 58.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 46% | 28.41% | 30.56% |
| School sixth forms | 35% | 16.75% | 32.11% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 26.63% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 2.97% | 5.75% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 8% | 4.41% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 6% | 3.97% | 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 | 27.29 | 30.76 | 29.99 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 30 | 31.29 | 29.55 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 6.30% | 19.23% | 13.64% |
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 | 108 | 227 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 41% | 51.06% | 58.59% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 9% | 4.61% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 29% | 28.06% | 21.14% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 16% | 9.33% | 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 | 32.04 | 32.9 | 33.4 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 34.38 | 33.26 | 32.48 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 6.3% | 21.91% | 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 | 74 | 242 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 49% | 52.33% | 60.66% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 7% | 4.61% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 24% | 25.28% | 17.72% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 12% | 10.33% | 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 | 28.49 3 | 28.92 | 29.38 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 30.46 5 | 29.51 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 16.07% | 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 | 99 | 212 | 231 |
| Students staying in education | 56% | 52% | 57.28% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 11% | 6.32% | 7.78% |
| Students entering employment | 23% | 25.95% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 9.63% | 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 | 25.08 3 | 28.17 | 29.02 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 25.76 2 | 28.56 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 1.9% | 16.03% | 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 | - | 3 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 13 | 50% | 31.48% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 4.56% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 23% | 21.19% | 15.8% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 3.06% | 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 | 22.33 | 29.3 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 27.19 | 30.28 | 27.74 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 2.0% | 18.35% | 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 | - | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 15 | 55.53% | 36.22% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 13% | 5.53% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 17% | 23.73% | 20.04% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 2.93% | 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 | 24th Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 3rd 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 - 23rd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
19 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Neale-Wade Academy
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
