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The Robert Smyth Academy
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The Robert Smyth Academy
- 2.3 (3 reviews)
- Secondary
- Harborough LE16 7JG
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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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Academic Progress: Pupils’ attainment is above the national average in a range of different subjects.
Behaviour and Attitudes: The majority of pupils behave well.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers are knowledgeable and enthusiastic about their subjects.
Current Educational Practices: Most teachers use the feedback policy well to support pupils’ learning.
Strengths and Challenges: Leaders have improved the quality of teaching, but some inconsistencies remain.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents expressed a positive view of the Year 6 to Year 7 transition.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents agreed that their children are safe and cared for well.
Communication: Leaders provide parents with all relevant information through the school’s website.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Senior leaders and governors have taken effective action to address identified weaknesses.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders have successfully led improvements and accelerated pupils’ progress.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Instances of bullying are rare; staff deal with them swiftly if they occur.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: The school’s work to keep pupils safe is effective.
Extracurricular Offerings: Pupils have access to a wide range of subjects and extra-curricular activities.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Activities enrich pupils' learning experience.
Career Counselling Services: Leaders provide pupils with good information and advice about their next options.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Students in the sixth form make good progress.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Pupils who have special educational needs and/or disabilities are well supported.
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The Robert Smyth Academy is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Leicestershire, East Midlands.
It has 1200 students from age 11-19 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.
At this school, 48% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
97.50% 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 |
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| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-19 | 11-18 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Boys | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 18.7 | 19.3 | 19.6 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 48% | 98% | 45% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 7.50% | 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 | 0.11 | 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 | 47.0 | 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% | 27.81% | 29.96% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 78% | 40.24% | 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 | 87% | 20.58% | 25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 21% | 8.76% | 10.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 34% | 12.41% | 15.47% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.43 | 2.46 | 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 | 99% | 94.53% | 90.52% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 144 | 151 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 96% | 86.95% | 84.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 26% | 36.56% | 32.75% |
| School sixth forms | 65% | 26.81% | 29.73% |
| Sixth form colleges | 5% | 10.42% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 13.09% | 11.48% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 4.07% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 3.65% | 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 | 0.47 | 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 | 56.8 | 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 | 61% | 29.86% | 32.78% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 85% | 42.62% | 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 | 78% | 22.01% | 24.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 43% | 11.38% | 12.99% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 55% | 14.96% | 17.14% |
| EBacc average points score | 5.4 | 2.65 | 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 | 93% | 95.12% | 90.39% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 72 | 146 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 88% | 90.2% | 86.27% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 26% | 39.24% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 54% | 27.59% | 30.75% |
| Sixth form colleges | 7% | 9.22% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 14.12% | 11.13% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 1% | 2.32% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 2.32% | 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 | 0.03 | 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 | 51 | 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 | 54% 5 | 30.33% | 29.24% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 78% 6 | 45.41% | 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 | 23% | 23.98% | 25.76% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 9% 2 | 10.51% | 11.44% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 15% 2 | 15.69% | 16.45% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.36 | 2.77 | 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% | 95.56% | 90.21% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 241 | 145 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 91% | 87.47% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 24% | 34.65% | 33.3% |
| School sixth forms | 63% | 29.29% | 31.15% |
| Sixth form colleges | 2% | 6.35% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 17.29% | 11.19% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 5% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 3.06% | 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 | -0.21 | 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 | 46.2 | 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 | 49% | 25.89% | 29.18% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 72% 1 | 39.36% | 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 | 27% | 19.05% | 24.69% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 11% 1 | 8.64% | 11.29% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 17% 5 | 12.34% | 15.97% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.98 | 2.43 | 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 | 97% | 91.81% | 84.86% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 397 | 168 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 80.92% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 23% | 28.85% | 28.32% |
| School sixth forms | 62% | 30.23% | 31.51% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 5.08% | 9.07% |
| Other education destinations | - | 17.81% | 5.94% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 3.23% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 2.08% | 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 | -0.23 | 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 | 46.6 | 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 | 49% | 28.57% | 29.51% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 71% | 41.7% | 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 | 16% | 20.02% | 25.21% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 12% | 10.96% | 14.68% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 12% | 12.04% | 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 | 97% | 92.18% | 85.23% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 429 | 200 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 92% | 85.05% | 58.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 32% | 33.95% | 30.56% |
| School sixth forms | 55% | 27.59% | 32.11% |
| Sixth form colleges | 4% | 3.68% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 22.64% | 5.75% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 5.73% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 2.68% | 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 | 33.42 | 31.66 | 29.99 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.87 | 31.84 | 29.55 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 7.50% | 15.27% | 13.64% |
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| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 118 | 244 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 62% | 60.5% | 58.59% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 6% | 7.63% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 24% | 20.94% | 21.14% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 7.31% | 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 | 39.54 | 35.6 | 33.4 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 39.22 | 35.67 | 32.48 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 14.1% | 19.11% | 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 | 107 | 299 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 61% | 62.93% | 60.66% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 7% | 6.29% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 18% | 17.43% | 17.72% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 11% | 8.79% | 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 | 31.47 | 29.87 | 29.38 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 31.33 | 30.67 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 7.8% | 15.53% | 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 | 218 | 270 | 231 |
| Students staying in education | 61% | 55% | 57.28% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 8% | 9% | 7.78% |
| Students entering employment | 18% | 23.85% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 7.62% | 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 | 31.16 | 28.13 | 29.02 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 31.54 2 | 28.7 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 12.2% | 14.68% | 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 | 15 | 6 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 29 | 49.55% | 31.48% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 5% | 5.73% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 17% | 19.18% | 15.8% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 3% | 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 | 31.71 | 27.54 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.98 | 29.64 | 27.74 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 15.1% | 16.32% | 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 | 3 | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 46 | 56.73% | 36.22% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 4% | 7.27% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 25% | 22.73% | 20.04% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 3% | 3.73% | 4.23% |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st Oct 2024 - 25th Oct 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 | 9th Jul 2025 - 24th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 27th Aug 2024 - 20th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 26th Oct 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 - 8th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
18 : 1
Student teacher ratio at The Robert Smyth Academy
Local authority ratio 19 : 1