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Alec Reed Academy
Bengarth Road, Northolt, Middlesex, UB5 5LQ, Ealing
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
55.1 / 100
Top 45%
Better than 55% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
1,672
Capacity
1,895
Ages
3–19
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
88%
Summary
With a recent Ofsted rating of Good, this all-through academy demonstrates solid performance, particularly with 76% of students progressing to university. While GCSE results show an Attainment 8 score of 45.1 and 59% achieving grade 4 or higher in English and Maths, there is room for improvement in higher-level attainment, as only 40% reach grade 5 or above. Overall, the school performs better than many in the area, making it a viable option for families in Ealing.
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Last inspected: 20 June 2023Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: GoodBehaviour & Attitudes: GoodLeadership & Management: Good
GCSE Results
| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Attainment 8Combined grade score across a pupil's best 8 GCSEs. Higher = stronger academic outcomes. National average ~46.7. | 45.1 | Bottom 46% UK |
| English & Maths — Standard pass (grade 4+)Share of pupils who achieved grade 4+ in both English and Maths. Grade 4 is the minimum threshold for most employers and sixth forms. National average ~64%. | 59% | Bottom 31% UK |
| English & Maths — Strong pass (grade 5+)Share of pupils achieving grade 5+ in both English and Maths. Required by many universities and competitive sixth-form programmes. National average ~44%. | 40% | Bottom 39% UK |
| EBacc — Entry rate% of pupils who sat GCSEs in the full EBacc suite: English, Maths, History or Geography, a language, and Sciences. Signals a broad academic curriculum. National average ~39%. | 38% | Top 46% UK |
| EBacc — Achievement (grade 5+)% of pupils who achieved grade 5+ across all EBacc subjects. Reflects both curriculum breadth and academic rigour. National average ~22%. | 24% | Top 46% UK |
KS2 SATs Results
cohort size not published| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Expected standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of Year 6 pupils meeting the expected level in all three subjects. The key primary benchmark — needed for a confident secondary school start. National average ~61%. | 55% | No UK data |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 8% | No UK data |
University Destinations
| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Progression to university% of sixth-form leavers who went on to study a degree at a UK university. Includes all universities. National average ~55%. | 76% | Top 20% |
| Top-third universities% of leavers who went to a top-third university (Russell Group and equivalents — the most academically selective institutions). National average ~18%. | 11% | Below avg |
Based on 75 leavers (DfE Destinations data, latest available year).
Pupil Ethnicity
Other19.5%
White Other16.4%
White British11.4%
Black African10.5%
Asian Other9.4%
Asian Indian9.4%
Asian Pakistani5.6%
Black Caribbean4.3%
Mixed W+B Carib.3.8%
Mixed Other2.5%
Mixed W+B African1.4%
Black Other1.3%
Mixed W+Asian1.1%
Asian Bangladeshi0.6%
White Irish0.4%
traveller_irish0.2%
Gypsy/Roma0.1%
Asian Chinese0.1%
Location
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51.54346, -0.38243 · UB5 5LQ
School details
Local authorityEaling
RegionLondon
URN134369
School typeAcademy sponsor led
Websitewww.alecreedacademy.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
What is Alec Reed Academy rated by Ofsted?
Alec Reed Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 20 June 2023.
Is Alec Reed Academy a good school?
Alec Reed Academy scores 55.1/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 45% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
How do pupils perform at Alec Reed Academy in GCSEs?
Alec Reed Academy achieved an Attainment 8 score of 45.1. 59% of pupils achieved grade 9–4 in English and Maths.
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