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Wreake Valley Academy
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Wreake Valley Academy
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- Syston LE7 1LY
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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 |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
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Academic Progress: New leaders have raised staff’s expectations of what pupils can learn and achieve.
Behaviour and Attitudes: New behaviour routines help pupils get to lessons on time and concentrate on their learning.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers use their subject-specialist knowledge well.
Current Educational Practices: Staff have welcomed these changes and know what leaders want to achieve.
Strengths and Challenges: Teachers do not have consistently high expectations of the quality of pupils’ written work.
Opportunities for Involvement: Most parents are supportive of the school and recognise the positive improvements made by leaders.
Parent Satisfaction: Most parents and carers are positive about the school and the way it has improved.
Communication: Some parents say they do not know what their child is learning or how well their child is doing.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Staff will resolve any issues of bullying swiftly.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders have redesigned the curriculum. Pupils in key stage 3 have more time to study a broad variety of subjects.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Leaders make sure that the school’s safeguarding procedures help to keep pupils safe.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Staff feel valued. They say that leaders are considerate of their workload and well-being.
Extracurricular Offerings: Extra-curricular opportunities are restarting, including rehearsals for the musical production of ‘Guys and Dolls’.
Career Counselling Services: The provision for careers education is developing. Pupils in Years 10 and 12 will benefit from work placements later this year.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Most teachers support pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) to access the curriculum appropriately.
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Wreake Valley Academy is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Leicestershire, East Midlands.
It has 1048 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1.
At this school, 41% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
92.50% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-18 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Boys | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 15.1 | 19.3 | 17.6 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 41% | 98% | 48% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 15.90% | 35.00% | 14.30% |
| 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 | -0.61 | 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 | 39.9 | 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 | 41% | 27.81% | 29.96% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 66% | 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 | 6% | 20.58% | 25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 5% | 8.76% | 10.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 6% | 12.41% | 15.47% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.14 | 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 | 96% | 94.53% | 90.52% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 122 | 151 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 84% | 86.95% | 84.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 26% | 36.56% | 32.75% |
| School sixth forms | 55% | 26.81% | 29.73% |
| Sixth form colleges | 2% | 10.42% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 13.09% | 11.48% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 4.07% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 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 | -0.15 | 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 | 47.4 | 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 | 51% | 29.86% | 32.78% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 82% | 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 | 10% | 22.01% | 24.88% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 7% | 11.38% | 12.99% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 10% | 14.96% | 17.14% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.98 | 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 | 94% | 95.12% | 90.39% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 126 | 146 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 87% | 90.2% | 86.27% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 37% | 39.24% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 48% | 27.59% | 30.75% |
| Sixth form colleges | 2% | 9.22% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 14.12% | 11.13% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 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 | -0.51 | 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 | 40.9 | 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 | 41% 6 | 30.33% | 29.24% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 65% 9 | 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 | 22% | 23.98% | 25.76% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 9% 7 | 10.51% | 11.44% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 14% 12 | 15.69% | 16.45% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.51 | 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 | 95% | 95.56% | 90.21% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 128 | 145 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 79% | 87.47% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 32% | 34.65% | 33.3% |
| School sixth forms | 47% | 29.29% | 31.15% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 6.35% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 17.29% | 11.19% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 9% | 5% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 6% | 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 | -0.2 | 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 | 48 | 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 | 47% 2 | 25.89% | 29.18% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 74% 8 | 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 | 2% | 19.05% | 24.69% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 2% 3 | 8.64% | 11.29% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 2% 3 | 12.34% | 15.97% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.78 | 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 | 96% | 91.81% | 84.86% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 291 | 168 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 82% | 80.92% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 41% | 28.85% | 28.32% |
| School sixth forms | 36% | 30.23% | 31.51% |
| Sixth form colleges | 5% | 5.08% | 9.07% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 17.81% | 5.94% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 8% | 3.23% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 5% | 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 | -0.49 | 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 | 45% | 28.57% | 29.51% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 66% | 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 | 7% | 20.02% | 25.21% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 5% | 10.96% | 14.68% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 5% | 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 | 96% | 92.18% | 85.23% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 274 | 200 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 92% | 85.05% | 58.15% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 51% | 33.95% | 30.56% |
| School sixth forms | 35% | 27.59% | 32.11% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 3.68% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 22.64% | 5.75% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 10% | 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 | 29.98 | 31.66 | 29.99 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 30.82 | 31.84 | 29.55 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 15.90% | 15.27% | 13.64% |
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| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 54 | 244 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 67% | 60.5% | 58.59% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 13% | 7.63% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 12% | 20.94% | 21.14% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 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 | 32.24 | 35.6 | 33.4 |
| Average grade | C+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 32.7 | 35.67 | 32.48 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 12.1% | 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 | 65 | 299 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 69% | 62.93% | 60.66% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 8% | 6.29% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 19% | 17.43% | 17.72% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 0% | 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 | 29.09 5 | 29.87 | 29.38 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 30.16 4 | 30.67 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 9.4% | 15.53% | 13.04% |
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| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 73 | 270 | 231 |
| Students staying in education | 59% | 55% | 57.28% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 11% | 9% | 7.78% |
| Students entering employment | 23% | 23.85% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 4% | 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 | 24.89 3 | 28.13 | 29.02 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 26.00 5 | 28.7 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 6.2% | 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 | - | 6 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 15 | 49.55% | 31.48% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 7% | 5.73% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 15% | 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 | 27.81 | 27.54 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 31.98 | 29.64 | 27.74 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 14.1% | 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 | - | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 14 | 56.73% | 36.22% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 11% | 7.27% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 17% | 22.73% | 20.04% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 3.73% | 4.23% |
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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
15 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Wreake Valley Academy
Local authority ratio 19 : 1
