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Wigston Academy
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Wigston Academy
- Secondary
- Oadby and Wigston LE18 2DT
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Requires Improvement |
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Wigston Academy is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Leicestershire, East Midlands.
It has 1311 students from age 11-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 20 : 1.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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We are pleased to have you visit Wigston Academy, a member of the Wigston Academies Trust.
Before moving on to our Trust neighbour, Wigston College, for sixth form and the next stage of their education, the Academy serves an 11–16 age group in Years 7–11.
In our schools, we strive to establish a secure, supportive environment where both our kids and teachers are familiar with one another.
The Academy is a place where individual differences are valued and where we acknowledge that each person learns differently.
Our inclusive teaching style ensures that no student is left behind and that they all receive the support they require to advance and achieve progress.
Relationships with parents and students are equally important to this.
As the headteacher of Wigston Academy, I don't have a very complicated theory of what I think constitutes the finest schools, and my basic approach is to keep things as simple as possible.
My top interests are the following: exceptional exam results, flawless conduct, excellent instruction, and the broadest range of high-quality extracurricular opportunities for all students.
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Before moving on to our Trust neighbour, Wigston College, for sixth form and the next stage of their education, the Academy serves an 11–16 age group in Years 7–11.
In our schools, we strive to establish a secure, supportive environment where both our kids and teachers are familiar with one another.
The Academy is a place where individual differences are valued and where we acknowledge that each person learns differently.
Our inclusive teaching style ensures that no student is left behind and that they all receive the support they require to advance and achieve progress.
Relationships with parents and students are equally important to this.
As the headteacher of Wigston Academy, I don't have a very complicated theory of what I think constitutes the finest schools, and my basic approach is to keep things as simple as possible.
My top interests are the following: exceptional exam results, flawless conduct, excellent instruction, and the broadest range of high-quality extracurricular opportunities for all students.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
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B-
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C
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Inadequate |
| Age range | 11-16 | 14-18 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 20.7 | 15 | 14.8 |
| 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 | -0.11 | 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 | 44.4 | 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 | 42% | 29.51% | 32.7% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 62% | 42.27% | 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 | 29% | 21.73% | 24.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 14% | 11.23% | 12.93% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 19% | 14.77% | 17.08% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.89 | 2.63 | 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 | 93% | 94.6% | 90.41% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 246 | 144 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 90% | 89.43% | 86.28% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 53% | 39.64% | 34.06% |
| School sixth forms | 30% | 26.98% | 30.68% |
| Sixth form colleges | 7% | 9% | 10.44% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 13.79% | 11.12% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 2.36% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 1% | 2.5% | 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 | -0.46 | 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 | 36.5 | 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 | 21% 2 | 29.94% | 29.2% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 45% 3 | 44.82% | 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 | 25% | 23.6% | 25.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 7% 1 | 10.34% | 11.41% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 11% 2 | 15.44% | 16.42% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.12 | 2.75 | 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 | - | 95.31% | 90.21% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 142 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 87.11% | 84.05% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 35.46% | 33.38% |
| School sixth forms | - | 28.8% | 31.08% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 6.17% | 8.48% |
| Other education destinations | - | 16.8% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 5.06% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3.11% | 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 | -0.62 | 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 | 35.5 | 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 | 23% | 25.56% | 29.12% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 48% | 38.95% | 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 | 27% | 18.74% | 24.65% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 8% | 8.5% | 11.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 13% | 12.15% | 15.92% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.17 | 2.42 | 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 | - | 91.67% | 84.86% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 163 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 80.74% | 73.89% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 30.19% | 28.38% |
| School sixth forms | - | 29.44% | 31.43% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 4.89% | 9.11% |
| Other education destinations | - | 17.15% | 5.91% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3.11% | 2.97% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2% | 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 | - | 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 | - | 28.3% | 29.45% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 41.67% | 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 | - | 19.67% | 25.18% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 10.77% | 14.63% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 11.82% | 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 | - | 91.61% | 85.18% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 193 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 81.35% | 58.14% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 35.17% | 30.59% |
| School sixth forms | - | 26.91% | 32.04% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 3.52% | 9.01% |
| Other education destinations | - | 21.65% | 5.68% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 6% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.57% | 2.46% |
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Holidays 2023/24
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 16th Oct 2023 - 20th Oct 2023 |
| Winter Holidays | 25th Dec 2023 - 5th Jan 2024 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 19th Feb 2024 - 23rd Feb 2024 |
| Spring Holidays | 25th Mar 2024 - 5th Apr 2024 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 27th May 2024 - 31st May 2024 |
| Summer Holidays | 10th Jul 2024 - 26th Aug 2024 |
Terms Dates 2023/24
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 29th Aug 2023 - 15th Oct 2023 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 21st Oct 2023 - 24th Dec 2023 |
| Spring Term | 6th Jan 2024 - 18th Feb 2024 |
| Spring Term-2 | 24th Feb 2024 - 24th Mar 2024 |
| Summer Term | 6th Apr 2024 - 26th May 2024 |
| Summer Term-2 | 1st Jun 2024 - 9th Jul 2024 |
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Student teacher ratio at Wigston Academy
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