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The Open Academy
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- Norwich NR7 9DL
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| The quality of education | Requires Improvement |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Requires Improvement |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Inadequate |
| Previous inspection grade | Requires Improvement |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
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The Open Academy is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Norfolk, East of England.
It has 601 students from age 11-19 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1.
This school rated Inadequate by recent Ofsted inspection.
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My name is Mark Pimlott, and I serve as the Open Academy's chaplain.
I've spent my entire life in Norfolk, and I'm married to Angie, a primary school teacher.
In my spare time, I enjoy playing golf, spending time with family and friends, and serving as a church minister. I also support Norwich City.
I am fortunate to be involved in every aspect of school life, and my roles are varied and flexible.
Roles include supporting the Christian ethos, the Academy's Core Values, which are fundamental to who we are, as well as the Education Brief, of course.
In my capacity as chaplain, I am in charge of the parts of school life that more overtly reflect the Christian ethos.
The Open Academy's mission is centred on this care, attention, and respect for oneself and others.
The Christian ideals of service, gratitude, and humility stand as a more compassionate perspective of the world and the place of young people in it in a world of merciless competition, celebrity, and greed.
The Christian ethos is something that is at the core of the Education Brief, and The Open Academy has Christian sponsors.
These create the tone and give the Academy the opportunity to advance certain principles.
further information on the principles that constitute the "Christian ethos"
There are certain surprising and admirable aspects of Christianity that are at its core, yet the Christian ethos is something that is readily misconstrued.
The necessity for Norfolk students to consider a global workforce extends beyond the county line.
Using resources like mentoring, global connections, and role models to broaden our pupils' horizons is entirely consistent with Christian teaching.
Second, a Christian ethos is centred on SERVICE.
Thirdly, a Christian ethos is centred on highlighting the GOOD.
A constant emphasis on the good should be at the core of every school.
At the Open Academy, we try to concentrate as much as we can on the good and give students chances to succeed.
A Christian ethos is about TRANSFORMATION, to finish.
So ambition, service, a positive attitude and transformation are all at the heart of a Christian ethos.
But it is important to emphasise that they are not specific to Christian schools or schools with a church affiliation.
However, a school which champions such values should be the better for it - for those of all faiths and none.
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I've spent my entire life in Norfolk, and I'm married to Angie, a primary school teacher.
In my spare time, I enjoy playing golf, spending time with family and friends, and serving as a church minister. I also support Norwich City.
I am fortunate to be involved in every aspect of school life, and my roles are varied and flexible.
Roles include supporting the Christian ethos, the Academy's Core Values, which are fundamental to who we are, as well as the Education Brief, of course.
In my capacity as chaplain, I am in charge of the parts of school life that more overtly reflect the Christian ethos.
The Open Academy's mission is centred on this care, attention, and respect for oneself and others.
The Christian ideals of service, gratitude, and humility stand as a more compassionate perspective of the world and the place of young people in it in a world of merciless competition, celebrity, and greed.
The Christian ethos is something that is at the core of the Education Brief, and The Open Academy has Christian sponsors.
These create the tone and give the Academy the opportunity to advance certain principles.
further information on the principles that constitute the "Christian ethos"
There are certain surprising and admirable aspects of Christianity that are at its core, yet the Christian ethos is something that is readily misconstrued.
The necessity for Norfolk students to consider a global workforce extends beyond the county line.
Using resources like mentoring, global connections, and role models to broaden our pupils' horizons is entirely consistent with Christian teaching.
Second, a Christian ethos is centred on SERVICE.
Thirdly, a Christian ethos is centred on highlighting the GOOD.
A constant emphasis on the good should be at the core of every school.
At the Open Academy, we try to concentrate as much as we can on the good and give students chances to succeed.
A Christian ethos is about TRANSFORMATION, to finish.
So ambition, service, a positive attitude and transformation are all at the heart of a Christian ethos.
But it is important to emphasise that they are not specific to Christian schools or schools with a church affiliation.
However, a school which champions such values should be the better for it - for those of all faiths and none.
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| Ofset report | Inadequate | Good | - |
| Age range | 11-19 | 11-16 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 15.4 | 17.3 | 17.7 |
| 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 | -0.28 | 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 | 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% | 29.84% | 32.7% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 58% | 44% | 45.19% |
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 | 74% | 26.47% | 24.79% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 11% | 11.01% | 12.93% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 20% | 16.54% | 17.08% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.73 | 2.78 | 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 | 97% | 92.5% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 107 | 125 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 95% | 87.73% | 86.28% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 55% | 41.76% | 34.05% |
| School sixth forms | 38% | 27.06% | 30.7% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 7.26% | 10.42% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 11.66% | 11.13% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 2.45% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 2.39% | 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 | -0.39 | 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 | 40.6 | 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 | 38% 1 | 28.24% | 29.2% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 61% 1 | 44.56% | 43.32% |
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% | 25.91% | 25.72% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 2% 7 | 9.71% | 11.41% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 2% 11 | 15.03% | 16.42% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.31 | 2.82 | 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 | 91% | 89.89% | 90.21% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 97 | 119 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 80% | 83.26% | 84.05% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 44% | 40.91% | 33.37% |
| School sixth forms | 36% | 25.41% | 31.09% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 6.44% | 8.47% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 10.54% | 11.15% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 3.81% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 7% | 2.81% | 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 | -0.34 | 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 | 41.3 | 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 | 37% 16 | 23.92% | 29.12% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 60% 19 | 37.69% | 42.54% |
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 | 24% | 21.14% | 24.65% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 9% 6 | 7.8% | 11.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 13% 8 | 11.92% | 15.92% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.46 | 2.42 | 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% | 80.34% | 84.85% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 124 | 124 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 84% | 71.85% | 73.87% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 33% | 34.3% | 28.39% |
| School sixth forms | 48% | 25.57% | 31.43% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 8.09% | 9.1% |
| Other education destinations | - | 2.79% | 5.91% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 2.85% | 2.97% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 2.66% | 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 | -0.68 | 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 | 36.2 | 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 | 21% | 24.7% | 29.45% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 41% | 38.88% | 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 | 19% | 20.87% | 25.18% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 3% | 10.74% | 14.63% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 5% | 11.91% | 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 | 91% | 80.8% | 85.17% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 98 | 130 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 57.66% | 58.13% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 48% | 37% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 38% | 25.1% | 32.04% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 7.68% | 8.99% |
| Other education destinations | - | 3.8% | 5.68% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 5.39% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.34% | 2.46% |
A level exam result
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 | 27.27 | 35.18 | 33.36 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 33.15 | 32.42 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 15.89% | 17.63% |
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 | 38 | 301 | 249 |
| Students staying in education | 26% | 53.36% | 60.59% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 11% | 5.92% | 4.98% |
| Students entering employment | 41% | 24.16% | 17.76% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 16% | 11.48% | 10.71% |
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 | 22.00 2 | 29.87 | 29.34 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 23.33 8 | 28.38 | 28.6 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 6.7% | 12.57% | 12.99% |
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 | 37 | 250 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 38% | 47.48% | 57.24% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 7.48% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 48% | 29.16% | 21.01% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 11% | 11.16% | 8.81% |
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 | 20.41 5 | 29.14 | 28.97 |
| Average grade | D | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 15.00 | 29.4 | 28.76 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 11.99% | 13.27% |
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 | 1 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 26 | 42.84% | 31.74% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 11% | 6.72% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 46% | 26.28% | 15.82% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 9% | 3.84% | 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 | 15.7 | 23.91 | 26.71 |
| Average grade | D- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 24.77 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 8.85% | 12.58% |
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 | 4 | 51.77% | 36.46% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 8.45% | 6.36% |
| Students entering employment | 22% | 26.91% | 20.07% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 4.23% | 4.24% |
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Holidays 2023/24
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 23rd Oct 2023 - 27th Oct 2023 |
| Winter Holidays | 21st Dec 2023 - 3rd Jan 2024 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 19th Feb 2024 - 23rd Feb 2024 |
| Spring Holidays | 28th Mar 2024 - 12th Apr 2024 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 27th May 2024 - 31st May 2024 |
| Summer Holidays | 22nd Jul 2024 - 3rd Sep 2024 |
Terms Dates 2023/24
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 6th Sep 2023 - 22nd Oct 2023 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 28th Oct 2023 - 20th Dec 2023 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2024 - 18th Feb 2024 |
| Spring Term-2 | 24th Feb 2024 - 27th Mar 2024 |
| Summer Term | 13th Apr 2024 - 26th May 2024 |
| Summer Term-2 | 1st Jun 2024 - 21st Jul 2024 |
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