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Wellacre Technology Academy
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- Trafford M41 6AP
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Based on the inspection date: 17 October 2023
Requires Improvement
| The quality of education | Requires Improvement |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Requires Improvement |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
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Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils are articulate, polite and well mannered. They behave well and are proud to attend this school.
Academic Progress: Some pupils' knowledge is not developed well over time, and therefore, they do not learn as well as they could.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers' subject knowledge is generally strong.
Current Educational Practices: The school makes regular checks on how well pupils read and uses this information to identify pupils who need extra support.
Strengths and Challenges: There is an unevenness in how well the curriculum is delivered. Some teachers do not choose the most appropriate methods to help pupils to learn.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents of pupils with SEND contribute towards pupils’ support plans and attend careers information meetings.
Communication: Parents are very positive about the school and the support that their children receive. The school engages well with parents.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents and carers are very positive about the school.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: The trustees and leaders are committed to reducing staff’s workload.
Actions for Quality Improvement: The school has not accurately identified the actions that will improve the quality of education that pupils receive.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Safeguarding arrangements are effective.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Pupils benefit from strong pastoral support. This helps them to conduct themselves well in lessons and at social times.
Extracurricular Offerings: There is an abundance of carefully constructed and inclusive leadership opportunities to meet the needs and interests of a range of pupils.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Pupils with SEND play a full and active part in school life.
Career Counselling Services: The school engages with further education providers which supports pupils to make informed choices about their future.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Nearly all pupils progress to education, employment or training when they leave the school.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Staff are adept at identifying the additional needs of pupils with SEND. The hub is used well to support pupils with SEND.
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About Us
Wellacre Technology Academy is a Secondary, Boys school located in Greater Manchester, North West.
It has 686 students from age 11-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1.
At this school, 38% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
This school rated Requires Improvement by recent Ofsted inspection.
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We are happy to have you visit Wellacre and are confident that you will find it to be a worthwhile, pleasurable, and gratifying experience.
We are now an award-winning school as a result of the increases in student achievement and growth.
In recognition of his outstanding performance on the English Language and English Literature examinations, Wellacre has received two Good School Guide Awards.
We have high standards for all of our students and want your son to succeed in his studies and take advantage of the numerous additional opportunities we provide.
We anticipate your son to continue Wellacre's reputation for achievement and success.
He will gain more out of school life if he is willing to put more into it.
He will have every opportunity to build a diverse portfolio of experiences and abilities.
Your son most likely spent a day with us in October together with other children from our elementary schools that are "connected."
He will have the chance to come back to see us in the summer term in July, when he will get to know the other students in his form and begin his new courses.
In the meanwhile, I strongly encourage you to get in touch with me if you have any inquiries or questions regarding school life, education, or opportunities at Wellacre.
You are more than welcome to come watch us at work at Wellacre at any time.
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We are now an award-winning school as a result of the increases in student achievement and growth.
In recognition of his outstanding performance on the English Language and English Literature examinations, Wellacre has received two Good School Guide Awards.
We have high standards for all of our students and want your son to succeed in his studies and take advantage of the numerous additional opportunities we provide.
We anticipate your son to continue Wellacre's reputation for achievement and success.
He will gain more out of school life if he is willing to put more into it.
He will have every opportunity to build a diverse portfolio of experiences and abilities.
Your son most likely spent a day with us in October together with other children from our elementary schools that are "connected."
He will have the chance to come back to see us in the summer term in July, when he will get to know the other students in his form and begin his new courses.
In the meanwhile, I strongly encourage you to get in touch with me if you have any inquiries or questions regarding school life, education, or opportunities at Wellacre.
You are more than welcome to come watch us at work at Wellacre at any time.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
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B-
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| Ofset report | Requires Improvement | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-16 | 11-18 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Boys | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 18 | - | 16.3 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 38% | 98% | 97% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | 35.00% | 25.00% |
| 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 | -0.34 | 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 | 38% | 51.88% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 64% | 65.63% | 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 | 10% | 39.29% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 1% | 24.75% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 6% | 31.21% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.64 | 4.33 | 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% | 92.91% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 117 | 138 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 76% | 86.87% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 62% | 29.22% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 5% | 33.04% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 9% | 14.57% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 10.22% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 8% | 2.52% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 11% | 3.43% | 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 | -0.42 | 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 | 44 | 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% | 51% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 63% | 62.64% | 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 | 10% | 38.28% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 3% | 24.28% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 6% | 28.68% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.58 | 4.19 | 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 | 94% | 93.82% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 137 | 133 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 90.36% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 70% | 30.32% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 13% | 34.59% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 6% | 14.36% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 11% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 1.5% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 2% | 1.82% | 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 | -0.22 | 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 | 43.9 | 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 | 32% 6 | 48.04% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 62% 9 | 63.17% | 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 | 9% | 34.67% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 3% | 21.92% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 4% 2 | 27.63% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.34 | 3.92 | 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% | 94.23% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 125 | 119 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 82% | 88.05% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 63% | 29.55% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 8% | 33.95% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 11% | 14.18% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 10.86% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 2.5% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 8% | 3.59% | 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 | -0.35 | 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 | 41.7 | 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 | 26% 13 | 49.63% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 53% 14 | 63.79% | 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 | 7% | 40.96% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 26.17% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 2% 6 | 33.13% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.1 | 4.09 | 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 | 94% | 94.62% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 139 | 126 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 79% | 82.62% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 62% | 27.67% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 14% | 35.57% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | 4% | 11.33% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 10.95% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 12% | 2.95% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 3.86% | 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 | -0.26 | 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 | 42.7 | 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 | 39% | 50.48% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 67% | 64.22% | 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 | 20% | 39.39% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 8% | 28.78% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 8% | 30.09% | 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 | 94% | 87.76% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 155 | 130 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 88% | 41.9% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 66% | 26.05% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 13% | 35.52% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 9.86% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 7.43% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 14% | 4.38% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 6% | 2.29% | 2.45% |
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.
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.
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.
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 | 9.66 | 31.61 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | E | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 34.08 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 18.58% | 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 | 17 | 27.15% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 15% | 6.15% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 35% | 16.62% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 2.46% | 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
18 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Wellacre Technology Academy
Local authority ratio 18 : 1
