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Retford Oaks Academy
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Retford Oaks Academy
- Secondary
- Bassetlaw DN22 7NJ
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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 |
| 16 to 19 study programmes | Good |
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Retford Oaks Academy is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Nottinghamshire, East Midlands.
It has 1138 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 19 : 1.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Retford Oaks is an excellent-rated institution with a commitment to quality at its core, and I'm happy to introduce it to you. We set very high standards for our kids and aim for academic achievement so that everyone can succeed and get the greatest results. A comprehensive and balanced curriculum, along with high-quality instruction, guarantees that every student is pushed to reach their maximum potential. Additionally, we place a lot of importance on a student's overall growth. Everyone gets the chance to add enriching experiences to their study thanks to our excellent facilities and wide variety of tours and visits. We encourage our pupils to take part in a variety of extracurricular activities so they can explore new interests or develop current skills and graduate from Retford Oaks as well-rounded people. Our academy is a dynamic and friendly environment with highly motivated, polite, and perfectly dressed students who represent the spirit of Retford Oaks by seeking excellence in everything they do. It is equally our responsibility to encourage social and emotional growth in our pupils. Our outstanding spiritual care makes sure that students are supported and inspired as they work toward their demanding academic objectives. If you would like to visit and observe our academy in action, we would be delighted to welcome you and demonstrate what distinguishes us as "Oaks and Proud." Our academy operates under a "open door" policy.
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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 | Outstanding |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 19.4 | 17.3 | 16.7 |
| 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 | -0.26 | 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 | 29% | 33.22% | 32.7% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 50% | 47.67% | 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 | 13% | 23.03% | 24.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 6% | 12.22% | 12.93% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 8% | 16.52% | 17.08% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.22 | 2.93 | 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 | 94% | 94.55% | 90.41% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 166 | 152 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 85% | 88.92% | 86.28% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 36% | 36.31% | 34.06% |
| School sixth forms | 34% | 33.1% | 30.68% |
| Sixth form colleges | 13% | 4.2% | 10.44% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 15.25% | 11.12% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 2.9% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 8% | 2.75% | 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 | -0.16 | 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 | 29% 1 | 31.05% | 29.2% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 53% 1 | 47.79% | 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 | 11% | 26.05% | 25.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 4% 6 | 11.04% | 11.41% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 8% 6 | 15.82% | 16.42% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.44 | 2.99 | 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% | 92.32% | 90.21% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 111 | 136 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 81% | 84.06% | 84.05% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 55% | 36.51% | 33.38% |
| School sixth forms | 24% | 30.98% | 31.08% |
| Sixth form colleges | 2% | 2.96% | 8.48% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 13.62% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 4.34% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 4% | 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 | -0.11 | 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 | 43.2 | 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 | 30% 4 | 31.17% | 29.12% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 52% | 46.68% | 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 | 26% | 25.02% | 24.65% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 10% 7 | 10.47% | 11.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 14% 11 | 16.02% | 15.92% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.61 | 2.91 | 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% | 87.95% | 84.86% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 154 | 146 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 78% | 77.3% | 73.89% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 49% | 31.82% | 28.38% |
| School sixth forms | 26% | 33.64% | 31.43% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 1.2% | 9.11% |
| Other education destinations | - | 10.07% | 5.91% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 11% | 4.95% | 2.97% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 6% | 2.95% | 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 | -0.06 | 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 | 43.5 | 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 | 34% | 30.58% | 29.45% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 52% | 45.47% | 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 | 3% | 26.17% | 25.18% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 3% | 14.55% | 14.63% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 3% | 16.17% | 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 | 90% | 82.52% | 85.18% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 150 | 151 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 85% | 70.5% | 58.14% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 59% | 35.41% | 30.59% |
| School sixth forms | 25% | 32.89% | 32.04% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 1.5% | 9.01% |
| Other education destinations | - | 6.07% | 5.68% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 13% | 7.34% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 3.68% | 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 | 24.18 | 35.09 | 33.36 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 23.78 | 35.36 | 32.43 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 15.36% | 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 | 24 | 117 | 249 |
| Students staying in education | 58% | 63.18% | 60.59% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 5.56% | 4.98% |
| Students entering employment | 29% | 17.87% | 17.76% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 4% | 8.62% | 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 | 24.68 2 | 28.23 | 29.34 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 26.94 4 | 29.77 | 28.6 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 9.39% | 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 | 27 | 112 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 41% | 55.89% | 57.23% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 19% | 10.62% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 28% | 21.54% | 21.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 8% | 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 | 22.12 3 | 28.32 | 28.97 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 22.54 8 | 28.33 | 28.76 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 4.8% | 10.47% | 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 | - | 0 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 8 | 13.43% | 31.71% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 14% | 6.11% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 22% | 12.54% | 15.82% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 2.97% | 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 | 25.47 | 25.05 | 26.71 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 30 | 27.1 | 27.74 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 8.3% | 8.7% | 12.59% |
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 | 9 | 18.66% | 36.45% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 20% | 8.06% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 36% | 20.86% | 20.08% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 2.63% | 4.25% |
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Holidays 2023/24
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 23rd Oct 2023 - 3rd Nov 2023 |
| Winter Holidays | 25th Dec 2023 - 3rd Jan 2024 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 12th Feb 2024 - 16th Feb 2024 |
| Spring Holidays | 29th Mar 2024 - 12th Apr 2024 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 27th May 2024 - 31st May 2024 |
| Summer Holidays | 29th Jul 2024 - 30th Aug 2024 |
Terms Dates 2023/24
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 5th Sep 2023 - 22nd Oct 2023 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 4th Nov 2023 - 24th Dec 2023 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2024 - 11th Feb 2024 |
| Spring Term-2 | 17th Feb 2024 - 28th Mar 2024 |
| Summer Term | 13th Apr 2024 - 26th May 2024 |
| Summer Term-2 | 1st Jun 2024 - 28th Jul 2024 |
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