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Outwood Grange Academy
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- Wakefield WF1 2PF
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Outstanding |
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Academic Progress: Very many pupils, including pupils with SEND, are positive about their education and achieve well.
Behaviour and Attitudes: The vast majority of pupils in this very large school behave well.
Qualifications and Training: Staff benefit from the trust’s extensive programme of training to lead and teach the curriculum in their subjects.
Current Educational Practices: Teachers deliver the curriculum in line with the school’s five pillars of learning.
Strengths and Challenges: Staffing changes have affected how consistently well the curriculum is delivered in a small number of subjects.
Opportunities for Involvement: The school invests a great deal in its many avenues for engaging with parents.
Communication: Some parents express frustration about several aspects of the school’s work, including how it responds to concerns that they raise.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Pupils know who to turn to if they have concerns. Most pupils report that staff resolve any issues, including bullying.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Determined, cohesive leadership has navigated the school through a period of change.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Most pupils report that staff resolve any issues, including bullying.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: The school’s ‘Life’ programme equips pupils with the knowledge they need to understand risk and make safe choices.
Extracurricular Offerings: High numbers of pupils attend the wide range of high-quality enrichment activities.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Students do well in balancing academic responsibilities with extracurricular engagements.
Career Counselling Services: There is an impressive careers programme. Pupils get the support they need to make well-informed decisions about their futures.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Students do well in the supportive, improving sixth form.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Leaders have a detailed oversight of the needs of pupils with SEND. Many pupils with SEND achieve well.
Subjects Offered: Pupils study a wide range of subjects preparing them well for the next stages of their education or employment.
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Outwood Grange Academy is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in West Yorkshire, Yorkshire and The Humber.
It has 1974 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 17 : 1.
At this school, 56% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
95.10% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Outstanding |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 17.8 | - | 16.2 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 56% | 98% | 46% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 15.60% | 35.00% | - |
| 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 | 0.06 | 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 | 49.4 | 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 | 56% | 28.48% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 76% | 41.19% | 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 | 24% | 23.55% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 13% | 10.06% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 20% | 14.52% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.34 | 2.84 | 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 | 94% | 90.71% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 351 | 176 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 88% | 82.1% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 35% | 36.1% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 31% | 9.57% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 21% | 27.19% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 9.14% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 3.71% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 5.05% | 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 | -0.05 | 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 | 50.5 | 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 | 61% | 34.13% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 79% | 46.7% | 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 | 17% | 21.6% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 13% | 12.57% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 15% | 16.4% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.36 | 3.18 | 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 | 95% | 91.05% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 355 | 176 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 85% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 39% | 38.29% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 41% | 11.43% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 10% | 26% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 9.29% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 2.95% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 3.19% | 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 | - | 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 | 50.2 | 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 | 64% 3 | 31.55% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 80% 5 | 46.97% | 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 | 12% | 22.14% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 9% 6 | 10.69% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 11% 8 | 15% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.15 | 3.07 | 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 | 97% | 90.39% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 355 | 163 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 89% | 82.78% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 46% | 58.17% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 40% | 11.17% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 3% | 3.67% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | SP | 9.67% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 4.06% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 3.39% | 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 | -0.1 | 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 | 49.5 | 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 | 67% 1 | 25.62% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 85% 1 | 37.83% | 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 | 4% | 19.76% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 3% 18 | 8.97% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 3% 19 | 12.24% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.95 | 2.6 | 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% | 88.11% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 356 | 171 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 87% | 74.67% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 33% | 31.39% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 42% | 12.28% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 11% | 24.83% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 5.78% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 8% | 4.67% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 2.44% | 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 | 0.48 | 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 | 52.7 | 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 | 68% | 29.12% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 84% | 41.88% | 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 | 30% | 25.73% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 21% | 14.58% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 22% | 16.31% | 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 | 96% | 84.44% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 357 | 176 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 93% | 59.67% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 31% | 37.67% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 57% | 12.72% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | 6% | 23.72% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 0.11% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 9% | 6.28% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 2.11% | 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 | 31.53 | 28.08 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 34.22 | 26.79 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 15.60% | 11.49% | 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 | 100 | 270 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 63% | 47% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 11% | 9.7% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 16% | 23.3% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 15.4% | 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 | 36.54 | 32.26 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 38.11 | 31.05 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 16.4% | 17.75% | 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 | 122 | 353 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 71% | 52.5% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 10% | 5.4% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 13% | 22.1% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 4% | 16.2% | 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 | 29.78 2 | 25.06 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.98 1 | 24.16 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 9.6% | 8.48% | 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 | 170 | 428 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 64% | 44.75% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 16% | 11% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 13% | 24.38% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 4% | 17.25% | 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 | 27.26 3 | 24.63 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.46 | 24.6 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 8.6% | 9.6% | 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 | 9 | 9 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 18 | 60.63% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 10.38% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 14% | 23.88% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 11% | 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 | 30.74 | 25.35 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.87 | 27.66 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 11.5% | 12.25% | 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 | 19 | 48.86% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 10% | 10.86% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 13% | 22.29% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 4.29% | 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
17 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Outwood Grange Academy
Local authority ratio 21 : 1