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Ashcroft Technology Academy
100 West Hill, Wandsworth, London, SW15 2UT, Wandsworth
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
96.5 / 100
Top 4%
Better than 97% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Outstanding
Pupils
1,511
Capacity
1,450
Ages
11–18
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
104%
Summary
With an Outstanding Ofsted rating and exceptional GCSE performance, this secondary school boasts a strong focus on academic excellence, reflected in a GCSE Attainment 8 score of 66.7 and 90% of students achieving grade 4 or higher in English and Maths. The school's commitment to higher education is evident, with 90% of students progressing to university, and over half attending top-third institutions. Additionally, the impressive LocaleIQ score indicates it outperforms 97% of schools, making it a compelling choice for families seeking a high-quality education.
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Last inspected: 21 September 2021Exempt from re-inspection ⓘQuality Of Education: OutstandingPersonal Development: OutstandingBehaviour & Attitudes: OutstandingLeadership & Management: Outstanding
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. | 66.7 | Top 4% 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%. | 90% | Top 6% 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%. | 85% | Top 5% 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%. | 100% | Top 2% 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%. | 81% | Top 2% UK |
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%. | 90% | 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%. | 51% | Top 20% |
Based on 116 leavers (DfE Destinations data, latest available year).
Pupil Ethnicity
White British17.6%
Asian Pakistani16.8%
Black African15.3%
White Other14.8%
Asian Other9.4%
Other5.1%
Mixed Other5.0%
Asian Indian2.5%
Asian Chinese2.2%
Mixed W+B Carib.2.1%
Mixed W+Asian1.8%
Black Caribbean1.6%
Black Other1.5%
Mixed W+B African1.4%
Asian Bangladeshi1.1%
Location
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51.45644, -0.20747 · SW15 2UT
School details
Local authorityWandsworth
RegionLondon
URN135316
School typeAcademy sponsor led
Websitewww.atacademy.org.uk/
Frequently asked questions
What is Ashcroft Technology Academy rated by Ofsted?
Ashcroft Technology Academy was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 21 September 2021.
Is Ashcroft Technology Academy a good school?
Ashcroft Technology Academy scores 96.5/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 4% 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 Ashcroft Technology Academy in GCSEs?
Ashcroft Technology Academy achieved an Attainment 8 score of 66.7. 90% of pupils achieved grade 9–4 in English and Maths.
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