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North Oxfordshire Academy
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- Banbury OX16 0UD
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| Previous inspection | Satisfactory |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Achievement of pupils | Good |
| Quality of teaching | Good |
| Behaviour and safety of pupils | Good |
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Academic Progress: Number of students gaining five or more GCSEs at grades A* to C including English and mathematics has improved.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Students behave well, enjoy school and feel safe. Disruption in lessons is uncommon.
Current Educational Practices: Frequent monitoring and evaluation of students’ progress. Teachers employ a variety of activities to engage students.
Strengths and Challenges: Good subject knowledge, high expectations, and enthusiasm for subjects. Some lessons lack activities that maintain students’ attention.
Opportunities for Involvement: Dedicated staff employed to ensure contact with families.
Communication: School communicates effectively through various channels including questionnaires and online resources.
Parent Satisfaction: The large majority of parents believe that their children are making good progress.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: School has effective support systems and handles conflicts efficiently.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Senior leaders focus on improving teaching quality and student achievement.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Students feel safe and incidents of bullying are rare and promptly addressed.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Calm atmosphere with organised breaks. Attendance has increased.
Extracurricular Offerings: Variety of activities provided. Sixth form students support as mentors.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Teachers guide students to balance academic and extracurricular activities.
Career Counselling Services: Provides careers advice from Year 8 onwards.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Sixth form students make good progress from varied starting points.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Disabled students and those who have special educational needs make good progress.
Subjects Offered: Offers a good range of subjects and courses, reviewed regularly to meet student needs.
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North Oxfordshire Academy is a top rated, Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Oxfordshire, South East.
It has 1037 students from age 11-19 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.
At this school, 45% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
100.00% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Our Primary Goal We aim to achieve these fundamental results for the students under our supervision. They are not open to bargaining or reaching a compromise. A forward-thinking future that inspires creativity, unlocks potential, and exceeds expectations. We Stand For These convey our central purpose and guide our daily choices. They are closely related to our self-evaluation and development planning. L Through excellent instruction and a customised curriculum, increase LEARNING power. E EXTEND leadership and development opportunities for staff and students independent learners who are creative thinkers, self motivators, team workers and confident communicators. A Raise ACHIEVEMENT to the level of the nation's top 25% of schools. R Build good RELATIONSHIPS between students teachers and employees at the academy and with parents and the larger community. N Use NEW TECHNOLOGIES and Site Facilities and our specialisms to engage and inspire creativity. Our Vision This represents the aspirations of the school. They articulate our direction and destination and look confidently into the future The academy will inspire our students to become well balanced, enquiring and responsible citizens. We will Through excellent teaching and a personalised curriculum, work together to set challenging targets, encouraging our young people to aim high and achieve high. Develop resilient, independent learners who are creative thinkers, self motivators, team workers and confident
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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 | 11-16 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 18.8 | 15.1 | 16.6 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 45% | 48% | 52% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 5.00% | - | 6.50% |
| 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 | 0.14 | 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 | 43.9 | 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 | 45% | 26.14% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 62% | 36% | 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 | 73% | 16.39% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 19% | 8.29% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 31% | 11.17% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.01 | 2.7 | 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 | 89% | 90.53% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 167 | 131 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 80% | 83.43% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 47% | 27.47% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 32% | 36.26% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 4.11% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 15.77% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 4% | 2.91% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 4.11% | 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 | 0.1 | 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 | 46.7 | 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 | 51% | 29.39% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 66% | 39.72% | 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 | 84% | 18.13% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 25% | 11.6% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 33% | 13.95% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.32 | 2.9 | 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% | 86.02% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 154 | 128 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 85% | 81.24% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 45% | 28.5% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 39% | 37.37% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 3.89% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 11.5% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 2.39% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 2.35% | 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 | 0.03 | 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 | 46% 11 | 25.22% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 60% 5 | 36.04% | 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 | 64% | 18.45% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 10% 2 | 8.34% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 20% 5 | 12.03% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.87 | 2.72 | 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% | 90.15% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 177 | 140 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 81% | 83.31% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 40% | 29.05% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 41% | 39.36% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 3.87% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 11.23% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 3.87% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 2.97% | 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 | -0.38 | 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 | 39.6 | 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 | 35% 1 | 24.63% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 55% 5 | 35% | 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 | 33% | 16.78% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 8% 19 | 8.07% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 15% 19 | 11.26% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.4 | 2.7 | 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 | 88% | 77.69% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 163 | 140 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 80% | 67.62% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 45% | 25% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 34% | 36.74% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 3.79% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 2.38% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 4.41% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 2.87% | 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 | 0.13 | 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 | 43.3 | 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 | 34% | 25.51% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 60% | 35.98% | 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 | 54% | 17.37% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 27% | 11.17% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 34% | 12.06% | 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 | 90% | 80.97% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 174 | 150 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 81% | 71.61% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 43% | 29.91% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 39% | 37.09% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 4.06% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 3.64% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 5.82% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 9% | 3.55% | 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 | 28.52 | 32.96 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 25 | 33.27 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 5.00% | 18.51% | 13.67% |
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| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 71 | 197 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 51% | 54.2% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 1% | 4.89% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 38% | 26.83% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 3% | 6.77% | 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 | 35.58 | 35.05 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.84 | 34.57 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 15.2% | 22.47% | 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 | 48 | 248 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 44% | 55.46% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 4.34% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 36% | 24.83% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 10% | 8.2% | 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 | 30.28 6 | 33.15 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 27.39 5 | 33.27 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 8.1% | 20.31% | 13.07% |
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| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 63 | 207 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 49% | 54.21% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 16% | 7.58% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 21% | 27.61% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 6.91% | 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 | 24.63 5 | 32.06 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 22.38 10 | 32.03 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 18.43% | 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 | - | 1 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 15 | 35% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 11% | 4.34% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 26% | 15.66% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 3.97% | 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 | 29.79 | 31.92 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.59 | 32.93 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 11.1% | 20.07% | 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 | 4 | 6 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 14 | 52.93% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 26% | 6.46% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 33% | 25.39% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 3% | 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
18 : 1
Student teacher ratio at North Oxfordshire Academy
Local authority ratio 19 : 1