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Pimlico Academy
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- Westminster SW1V 3AT
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Outstanding |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Outstanding |
| Sixth-form provision | Outstanding |
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Academic Progress: Most pupils recall key ideas and knowledge fluently
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils mostly behave well; bullying incidents are taken seriously
Qualifications and Training: Teachers benefit from excellent professional development
Current Educational Practices: Staff know how to assess strong progress in their subject
Strengths and Challenges: Some teachers do not follow the behaviour policy effectively
Communication: Leaders need to refine their communications strategy
Parent Satisfaction: Some parents remain concerned about aspects of the school
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders take incidents seriously and act effectively
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders have stabilised the school after turbulence
Managing Bullying and Safety: Staff are well trained in keeping pupils safe
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Pupils feel safe in school
Extracurricular Offerings: Remarkable range of high-quality opportunities outside lessons
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Activities promote physical and mental well-being
Career Counselling Services: Sixth form receives excellent advice and guidance for higher education
Preparation for Sixth Form: Students are exceptionally well-prepared for life beyond school
Managing and Supporting SEND: Needs of pupils with SEND are well understood and catered for
Subjects Offered: Wide range of academic subjects available
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Pimlico Academy is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Greater London, London.
It has 1113 students from age 11-19 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 14 : 1.
At this school, 49% 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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At Pimlico Academy, knowledge is at the core of everything we do, and we have the greatest expectations for our students and their potential. to have the freedom to decide and the knowledge necessary to make wise life decisions. Freedom to think effectively means that since we communicate through words, depth and breadth of knowledge are essential life skills. Knowledge and conceptual understanding of the universe provide freedom from ignorance and prejudice. We support the development of an insatiable curiosity in all of our pupils and the joy of learning. We provide our students with access to top-notch, scholarly classic literature and courses from topic specialists in order to educate them the finest that has been thought and uttered. We work hard to provide our children with a comprehensive academic education that puts them on an equal footing with their classmates who have received independent education. We think that lessons should be pitched high so that our most talented students are never bored, while also assisting our less talented students in making consistent progress.
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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 | 11-18 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Boys |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 14.5 | - | 14.8 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 49% | 98% | 59% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 12.70% | 35.00% | 13.20% |
| 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 | 0.30 | 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 | 50.7 | 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 | 49% | 34.31% | 29.96% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 68% | 42.45% | 42.99% |
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 | 88% | 27.79% | 25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 34% | 13.17% | 10.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 48% | 17.76% | 15.47% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.89 | 2.72 | 2.82 |
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% | 89.07% | 90.52% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 204 | 123 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 87.93% | 84.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 30% | 19.14% | 32.75% |
| School sixth forms | 50% | 56.64% | 29.73% |
| Sixth form colleges | 9% | 4.86% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 7.43% | 11.48% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | SP | 0.29% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 0.79% | 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 | 0.54 | 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 | 55.2 | 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 | 58% | 37.03% | 32.78% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 79% | 45.59% | 45.26% |
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 | 77% | 27.52% | 24.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 44% | 15.93% | 12.99% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 58% | 20.34% | 17.14% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.29 | 2.8 | 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 | 96% | 94% | 90.39% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 207 | 119 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 94% | 93.29% | 86.27% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 31% | 23.07% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 56% | 54.57% | 30.75% |
| Sixth form colleges | 6% | 5.86% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 9.57% | 11.13% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 0.5% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 0.5% | 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 | 0.55 | 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 | 53 | 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% 7 | 28.63% | 29.24% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 75% | 38.81% | 43.34% |
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 | 60% | 24.44% | 25.76% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 31% 1 | 12.44% | 11.44% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 44% 2 | 17.81% | 16.45% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.89 | 2.52 | 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% | 85.91% | 90.21% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 198 | 122 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 89% | 84.09% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 32% | 18.09% | 33.3% |
| School sixth forms | 49% | 53.82% | 31.15% |
| Sixth form colleges | 5% | 5.36% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 3% | 6.82% | 11.19% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 0.91% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 1% | 2.76% |
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 | 0.52 | 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 | 53.9 | 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 | 57% 9 | 27.76% | 29.18% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 75% 2 | 37.92% | 42.58% |
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 | 87% | 21.28% | 24.69% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 32% 4 | 11.36% | 11.29% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 42% 3 | 15.56% | 15.97% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.07 | 2.49 | 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% | 76.55% | 84.86% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 195 | 124 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 86% | 66.36% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 29% | 13.73% | 28.32% |
| School sixth forms | 54% | 54.36% | 31.51% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 2.27% | 9.07% |
| Other education destinations | - | 0.73% | 5.94% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 0.18% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 0.45% | 2.06% |
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 | 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 | 48% | 29.17% | 29.51% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 73% | 37.83% | 43.04% |
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 | 63% | 20.7% | 25.21% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 36% | 13.7% | 14.68% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 45% | 15.13% | 16.23% |
| 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 | 88% | 76.82% | 85.23% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 200 | 116 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 84% | 15.64% | 58.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 37% | 10.27% | 30.56% |
| School sixth forms | 40% | 55.36% | 32.11% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 4.36% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 0% | 5.75% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 1.09% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 0.64% | 2.46% |
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 | 34.28 | 31.14 | 29.99 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 34.39 | 30.71 | 29.55 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 12.70% | 18.12% | 13.64% |
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 | 73 | 196 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 71% | 72.07% | 58.59% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 0% | 3.5% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 18% | 10.71% | 21.14% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 5% | 8.86% | 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 | 39.56 | 34.37 | 33.4 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 39.5 | 33.23 | 32.48 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 21.6% | 22.96% | 17.69% |
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 | 82 | 259 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 72% | 72.92% | 60.66% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 1% | 2.85% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 3% | 5.54% | 17.72% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 17% | 11% | 10.7% |
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 | 35.72 1 | 31.38 | 29.38 |
| Average grade | B- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 36.77 1 | 30.34 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 12.5% | 17.92% | 13.04% |
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 | 77 | 205 | 231 |
| Students staying in education | 62% | 73.18% | 57.28% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 2.36% | 7.78% |
| Students entering employment | 15% | 9.64% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 12% | 8.64% | 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 | 34.24 2 | 31.07 | 29.02 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 35.00 3 | 29.08 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 17.6% | 16.11% | 13.34% |
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 | 3 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 10.45% | 31.48% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 1.09% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 3.36% | 15.8% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 10% | 8.36% | 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 | 32.6 | 28.04 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.99 | 29.67 | 27.74 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 20.6% | 17.89% | 12.63% |
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 | 4 | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 8 | 22% | 36.22% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 0% | 1.22% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 10% | 10.56% | 20.04% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 4.78% | 4.23% |
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Holidays & terms
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
14 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Pimlico Academy
Local authority ratio 15 : 1