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The Milton Keynes Academy
Fulwoods Drive, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK6 5LA, Milton Keynes
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
17.6 / 100
Bottom 18%
Better than 18% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
1,010
Capacity
1,550
Ages
11–18
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
65%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted, the school demonstrates a solid commitment to student development, though its GCSE Attainment 8 score of 40.8 indicates there is room for improvement in academic performance. While 74% of pupils progress to university, only 15% gain entry to top-third institutions, suggesting a need for enhanced support in achieving higher academic standards. Parent satisfaction sits at 60%, reflecting a moderate level of approval among families.
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Last inspected: 13 May 2025Quality 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. | 40.8 | Bottom 24% 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%. | 53% | Bottom 20% 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%. | 34% | Bottom 25% 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%. | 28% | Bottom 33% 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%. | 14% | Bottom 33% 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%. | 74% | 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%. | 15% | Average |
Based on 39 leavers (DfE Destinations data, latest available year).
Parent View (35 responses)
★★★★★3.4
Good range of extra-curricular
91%
My child feels safe
77%
My child makes good progress
77%
Good range of subjects
77%
Progress is communicated
77%
My child is happy
74%
Behaviour is good
74%
School has high expectations
74%
School supports development
63%
I'd recommend this school
60%
School keeps me informed
57%
School responds to concerns
54%
Pupil Ethnicity
White British37.5%
Black African18.2%
White Other11.9%
Asian Other7.0%
Asian Indian3.7%
Mixed Other3.4%
Asian Pakistani2.7%
Black Other2.6%
Other2.6%
Asian Chinese2.4%
Mixed W+B African2.0%
Mixed W+B Carib.1.6%
Mixed W+Asian1.1%
Asian Bangladeshi1.0%
Black Caribbean0.5%
Gypsy/Roma0.1%
White Irish0.1%
traveller_irish0.1%
Location
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52.02816, -0.75108 · MK6 5LA
School details
Local authorityMilton Keynes
RegionSouth East
URN135665
School typeAcademy sponsor led
Frequently asked questions
What is The Milton Keynes Academy rated by Ofsted?
The Milton Keynes Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 13 May 2025.
Is The Milton Keynes Academy a good school?
The Milton Keynes Academy scores 17.6/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 18% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
What do parents say about The Milton Keynes Academy?
Based on 35 Ofsted Parent View responses, The Milton Keynes Academy receives a satisfaction score of 68% across all parent survey questions.
How do pupils perform at The Milton Keynes Academy in GCSEs?
The Milton Keynes Academy achieved an Attainment 8 score of 40.8. 53% of pupils achieved grade 9–4 in English and Maths.
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