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Nova Hreod Academy
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Nova Hreod Academy
- Secondary
- Central Swindon North SN2 2NQ
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Good |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Nova Hreod Academy is a top rated, Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Wiltshire County, South West.
It has 985 students from age 11-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Drive We are driven, diligent, and aspirational, looking for constant progress. To ensure that everyone shines, we bring out the best in each person. We overcome obstacles to accomplish goals that may not have been feasible in the past. We have incredibly focused methods for teaching so that everyone can excel and accomplish at the highest levels. Integrity We are courteous, truthful, dependable, and compassionate. We treat one another and ourselves with respect. We encourage and test one another because helping one another improves our performance as a unit and shapes our character as individuals. We work diligently to improve ourselves daily and to bring out the best in one another. Scholarship We study, discuss, and put great information to use. We intentionally practise and are eager to learn. Our instructors are subject matter experts who have thoughtfully organised the knowledge they teach. They monitor our understanding as it develops and provide feedback that we may utilise to further our own expertise. We employ routines, form habits, and cultivate behaviours that help us succeed.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
B
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C-
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C-
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| Ofset report | Good | - | - |
| Age range | 11-16 | 11-16 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 18.1 | 4.3 | 18.3 |
| 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 | 0.12 | 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 | 49.3 | 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 | 48% | 28% | 32.7% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 65% | 40% | 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 | 52% | 15.83% | 24.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 30% | 8.39% | 12.93% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 40% | 11.44% | 17.08% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.5 | 2.47 | 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 | 89% | 93.2% | 90.41% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 149 | 134 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 83% | 89.33% | 86.28% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 56% | 47.67% | 34.06% |
| School sixth forms | 15% | 17.53% | 30.68% |
| Sixth form colleges | 11% | 7.93% | 10.44% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 16.2% | 11.12% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 2.13% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 1.8% | 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 | -0.02 | 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 | 48.9 | 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 | 50% 2 | 21.94% | 29.2% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 73% 2 | 35.94% | 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 | 30% | 15.53% | 25.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 9% 4 | 5.88% | 11.41% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 16% 10 | 8.82% | 16.42% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.33 | 2.24 | 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 | 94% | 95.56% | 90.21% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 147 | 138 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 84% | 90.67% | 84.05% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 73% | 43.22% | 33.38% |
| School sixth forms | 4% | 22.44% | 31.08% |
| Sixth form colleges | 7% | 5.22% | 8.48% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 20.11% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 2.56% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 2% | 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 | -0.08 | 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 | 48.3 | 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 | 52% 13 | 24.88% | 29.12% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 71% 8 | 39.06% | 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 | 64% | 18.94% | 24.65% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 13% 9 | 6.25% | 11.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 26% 22 | 10.5% | 15.92% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.41 | 2.36 | 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 | 96% | 96% | 84.86% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 174 | 157 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 84% | 86.75% | 73.89% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 71% | 46% | 28.38% |
| School sixth forms | 3% | 23.13% | 31.43% |
| Sixth form colleges | 9% | 3.75% | 9.11% |
| Other education destinations | - | 10.25% | 5.91% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 9% | 4.88% | 2.97% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 2.38% | 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 | -0.56 | 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 | 42.8 | 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 | 39% | 22.42% | 29.45% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 63% | 37.5% | 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 | 7% | 14.42% | 25.18% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 4% | 7.25% | 14.63% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 4% | 8.17% | 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 | 95% | 95.75% | 85.18% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 189 | 163 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 88% | 67.13% | 58.14% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 78% | 58.5% | 30.59% |
| School sixth forms | 3% | 23.88% | 32.04% |
| Sixth form colleges | 7% | 6.88% | 9.01% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 0.13% | 5.68% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 5.63% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 6% | 3.38% | 2.46% |
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Holidays 2023/24
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 19th Oct 2023 - 27th Oct 2023 |
| Winter Holidays | 18th Dec 2023 - 1st Jan 2024 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 12th Feb 2024 - 16th Feb 2024 |
| Spring Holidays | 29th Mar 2024 - 12th Apr 2024 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 28th May 2024 - 31st May 2024 |
| Summer Holidays | 26th Jul 2024 - 30th Aug 2024 |
Terms Dates 2023/24
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 1st Sep 2023 - 18th Oct 2023 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 28th Oct 2023 - 17th Dec 2023 |
| Spring Term | 2nd Jan 2024 - 11th Feb 2024 |
| Spring Term-2 | 17th Feb 2024 - 28th Mar 2024 |
| Summer Term | 13th Apr 2024 - 27th May 2024 |
| Summer Term-2 | 1st Jun 2024 - 25th Jul 2024 |
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Student teacher ratio at Nova Hreod Academy
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