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Ormiston Shelfield Community Academy - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)
Ormiston Shelfield Community Academy
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Ormiston Shelfield Community Academy
- 2.5 (2 reviews)
- Secondary
- Walsall WS4 1BW
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Requires Improvement |
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Academic Progress: Staff are ambitious for pupils with SEND.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well and display positive attitudes to learning.
Qualifications and Training: Leaders provide regular training for staff.
Current Educational Practices: Leaders have designed a broad, ambitious curriculum.
Strengths and Challenges: Some teachers do not consistently adapt teaching for lower-attaining pupils.
Opportunities for Involvement: Majority of parents speak highly of the school.
Communication: School communicates about pupils' progress and events effectively.
Parent Satisfaction: Majority of parents are pleased with the support for their children.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders work well with external agencies to help pupils.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders are determined to ensure pupils achieve their best.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying is not a problem; pupils feel safe.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Pupils learn how to stay safe, including online.
Extracurricular Offerings: Various programmes encourage reading and personal development.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Sixth-form students support younger pupils with reading.
Career Counselling Services: Careers education helps pupils make informed choices.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Sixth-form students are well prepared for next steps.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Staff make sure that pupils with SEND keep up with peers.
Subjects Offered: Pupils study a wide range of subjects for a strong GCSE foundation.
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Ormiston Shelfield Community Academy is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in West Midlands County, West Midlands.
It has 1390 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1.
At this school, 22% 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 method is not revolutionary in and of itself; rather, it is the way in which our thoughts are put together and firmly rooted in rigour and simplicity. It is really about being values driven, having a clear vision, focusing on outcomes for students, operating strict routines, doing the simple things well every day and building strong relationships at all levels. At Shelfield we have created a culture of success through the operation of routines and protocols and a focus on outcomes and by offering the very best teaching and support students learn, behave and are well mannered. Staff and students like working together because of the skillful and rigorous teaching that takes place. We provide students with experiences and opportunities that allows them to flourish academically and socially during and beyond their time at Shelfield. Stuart Turnbull - Principal. Our goal is to increase achievement, assist kids in overcoming learning obstacles, and—most importantly—open doors for our youth so they can have the opportunities and choices in life they deserve. The academy's developed pastoral procedures and committed Children's Services Team foster a caring and encouraging environment. To guarantee that students are secure, content, and successful within the academy, a variety of efficient support services are in place. Our values are important because they demonstrate our commitment to aspiration, positivity, responsibility and achievement in our daily actions and interactions. In interactions at Shelfield, we make an effort to use these words as frequently as feasible. Students at Shelfield are educated in a beautiful setting with top-notch facilities and resources thanks to a significant refurbishment. The best technology is available to students in order to improve learning and completely prepare them for the challenges of the twenty-first century.
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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 | Requires Improvement |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 15.6 | - | 15.1 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 22% | 98% | 27% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 19.00% | 35.00% | 5.00% |
| 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 | -0.46 | 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 | 38.8 | 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 | 22% | 32% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 44% | 47.31% | 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 | 41% | 26.41% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 6% | 10.83% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 10% | 15.07% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.20 | 2.97 | 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% | 89.14% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 227 | 158 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 73% | 82.68% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 39% | 40.32% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 33% | 40.14% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.27% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | SP | 2.14% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 2.27% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 8% | 4.18% | 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 | -0.11 | 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 | 42.5 | 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 | 28% | 37.61% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 50% | 51.75% | 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 | 36% | 25.07% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 9% | 13.54% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 16% | 17.68% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.42 | 3.25 | 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 | 88% | 91.55% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 226 | 153 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 83% | 86.86% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 42% | 37.68% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 40% | 43.64% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | SP | 0.41% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 5.27% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 1.36% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 3.27% | 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 | -0.11 | 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 | 42.4 | 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 | 25% 1 | 35.08% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 54% 5 | 52.62% | 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 | 26% | 25.96% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 9% | 12.81% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 15% 2 | 17.5% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.27 | 3.29 | 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 | 92% | 92.52% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 219 | 145 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 82% | 86.9% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 35% | 34.71% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 44% | 43.43% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.19% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 3% | 8.43% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 3.05% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 2.52% | 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 | -0.29 | 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 | 40.9 | 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 | 26% 3 | 35.16% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 49% 2 | 51% | 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 | 25% | 29.4% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 9% 6 | 13.96% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 17% | 18.8% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.11 | 3.33 | 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 | 92% | 89.57% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 230 | 149 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 79% | 78.81% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 50% | 31.19% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 29% | 43.57% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 7.9% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 2.95% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 7% | 2.05% | 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 | -0.09 | 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 | 42.2 | 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 | 23% | 36.2% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 47% | 53.92% | 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 | 36% | 26.72% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 15% | 17.04% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 17% | 18.12% | 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 | 92% | 87.52% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 216 | 150 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 86% | 68.67% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 46% | 29.52% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 38% | 44.52% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 6.81% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 8% | 4.67% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 6% | 2.76% | 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 | 37.53 | 26.26 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 37.14 | 23.16 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 19.00% | 7.17% | 13.67% |
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 | 107 | 157 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 50% | 60.78% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 8% | 6.11% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 34% | 18.17% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 12.06% | 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 | 33.1 | 30.7 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 35.24 | 27.01 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 11.34% | 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 | 78 | 192 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 56% | 64.72% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 5.78% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 13% | 11.78% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 13% | 12.56% | 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 | 22.87 1 | 24.34 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 24.93 | 24.85 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 4.0% | 7.81% | 13.07% |
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 | 64 | 170 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 41% | 63.17% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 17% | 10.22% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 26% | 12.17% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 11% | 9.11% | 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 | 23.13 1 | 24.15 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 24.81 4 | 23.53 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 6.29% | 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 | - | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 8 | 15.26% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 27% | 6.95% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 13% | 10.79% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 5.21% | 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 | 22.53 | 25.94 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 28.89 | 26.03 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 7.29% | 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 | - | 0 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 5 | 19.26% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 14% | 6.79% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 8% | 14.05% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 4.05% | 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 | 14th Apr 2025 - 25th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 22nd 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 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 21st Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
15 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Ormiston Shelfield Community Academy
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
