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Walton Hall Academy
- Secondary
- Eccleshall ST21 6JR
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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 |
| Overall experiences and progress of children and young people in the residential provision | Outstanding |
| Quality of care and support in the residential provision | Outstanding |
| How well children and young people are protected in the residential provision | Outstanding |
| Impact and effectiveness of leaders and managers in the residential provision | Outstanding |
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Academic Progress: Most pupils are making good progress in all areas of their learning and personal development.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well in class and around the school.
Qualifications and Training: Staff are supported through effective performance management and high-quality training.
Current Educational Practices: Leaders' regular and purposeful checking helps ensure effective teaching.
Strengths and Challenges: Teaching of science is a strength; higher-ability pupils not always challenged.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents receive termly updates about their child's progress.
Communication: Leaders have improved relationships with parents and the wider community.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents are overwhelmingly positive about Walton Hall.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders are not afraid to make difficult decisions in the best interests of the pupils.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders follow up pupils' absence quickly; however, attendance is below national average.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Little bullying in school; staff deal with it quickly.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Strong systems for keeping children safe; occasionally not best used for future practice improvement.
Extracurricular Offerings: Many exciting enrichment opportunities, including residential activities.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Activities help students develop skills and independence.
Career Counselling Services: Pupils are provided with independent advice and guidance about their future options.
Preparation for Sixth Form: School prepares pupils well for post-16 education and employment opportunities.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Staff support less-able pupils with developing communication and interaction skills.
Subjects Offered: GCSE mathematics has been introduced for most able pupils; plans to introduce GCSE English and science.
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Walton Hall Academy is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Staffordshire, West Midlands.
It has 201 students from age 11-19 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 10 : 1.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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In Staffordshire, Walton Hall is located in a rural area not far from Eccleshall. The "Walton Hall Experience" is a particularly unique educational opportunity because to the unique academy's expansive grounds and exceptional practical resources. We have a dynamic community of 155 learners with a dedicated, creative and forward looking staff team and Academy Council. Walton Hall provides for a variety of supplementary learning needs for its pupils. The whole-person development and adult life preparation are the main goals of our programme. We aim to develop confidence, competence and independence but above all, we value citizenship, respect, positive contribution and the highest possible aspirations in education and adult life for all our students. We collaborate closely with parents and carers in order to support the students in becoming the best versions of themselves. In addition to a vibrant and enriched curriculum that is tailored to student's needs (from pre entry to GCSE and BTEC) we offer a range of outstanding vocational and life skills learning opportunities through our residential provision, independent learning unit, school farm, commercial garden centre, professional recording studio, media suite, forest school and motor vehicle department.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
B-
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B-
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C
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Requires Improvement |
| Age range | 11-19 | 11-18 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 10.6 | - | 6.5 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | 98% | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | 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 | - | 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 | - | 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 | - | 26.68% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 41.8% | 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 | - | 18.48% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 7.11% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 11.04% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 2.66 | 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 | 95% | 92.05% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 22 | 134 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 95% | 82.6% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 5% | 40.22% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 28.73% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 3.1% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 91% | 10.63% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 4.33% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 5.06% | 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 | -1.76 | 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 | 3.1 | 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 | 0% | 30.76% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 45.03% | 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 | 0% | 18.51% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 9.26% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 12.65% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.23 | 2.81 | 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% | 92% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 24 | 134 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 96% | 86.11% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 29% | 42.62% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 29.51% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 2.94% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 67% | 11.19% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 3.05% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 2.87% | 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 | -1.99 | 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 | 1.2 | 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 | 0% | 26.36% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 42.4% | 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 | 0% | 21.23% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 7.45% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 12.23% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.06 | 2.67 | 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 | 95% | 92.62% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 20 | 130 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 95% | 84.54% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 10% | 40.92% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 31.56% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.83% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 85% | 11.33% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 5.52% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 2.62% | 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 | -1.6 | 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 | 0.1 | 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 | 0% | 25.54% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 40.56% | 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 | 0% | 19.89% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 7.06% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 11.2% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.01 | 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 | 100% | 88.9% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 18 | 134 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 73.96% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 38.57% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | - | 31.76% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.69% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | 100% | 5.63% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 5.53% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3.1% | 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 | - | 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 | - | 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 | - | 28.13% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 44.95% | 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 | - | 21.49% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 10.92% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 12.6% | 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 | - | 91.55% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 137 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 72.5% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 42.88% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | - | 36.33% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.33% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 3.98% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 7.2% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3.78% | 2.45% |
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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 | 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
10 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Walton Hall Academy
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
