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Staffordshire University Academy
Marston Road, Hednesford, Cannock, Staffordshire, WS12 4JH, Staffordshire
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
11.9 / 100
Bottom 12%
Better than 12% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
673
Capacity
900
Ages
11–19
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
75%
Summary
With a recent Ofsted rating of Good, this secondary school demonstrates a commitment to quality education. While the GCSE Attainment 8 score of 32.9 indicates the school is performing in the top 3% nationally, the percentage of students achieving grade 4 or higher in English and Maths is below the national average at 31%. Additionally, only 58% of students progress to university, with no students entering top-third universities, which may be a consideration for parents focused on higher education pathways.
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Last inspected: 10 October 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. | 32.9 | Bottom 3% 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%. | 31% | Bottom 1% 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%. | 10% | Bottom 0% 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%. | 1% | Bottom 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%. | 1% | Bottom 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%. | 58% | Average |
| Top-third universities% of leavers who went to a top-third university (Russell Group and equivalents — the most academically selective institutions). National average ~18%. | 0% | Below avg |
Based on 19 leavers (DfE Destinations data, latest available year).
Pupil Ethnicity
White British90.2%
Mixed W+B Carib.1.8%
White Other1.8%
Asian Other0.9%
Mixed W+Asian0.7%
Mixed Other0.7%
Mixed W+B African0.6%
White Irish0.3%
Asian Indian0.3%
Other0.3%
Black African0.3%
Asian Pakistani0.1%
Location
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52.71173, -2.01708 · WS12 4JH
School details
Local authorityStaffordshire
RegionWest Midlands
URN137164
School typeAcademy sponsor led
Websitewww.suacademy.co.uk/
Frequently asked questions
What is Staffordshire University Academy rated by Ofsted?
Staffordshire University Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 10 October 2023.
Is Staffordshire University Academy a good school?
Staffordshire University Academy scores 11.9/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 12% 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 Staffordshire University Academy in GCSEs?
Staffordshire University Academy achieved an Attainment 8 score of 32.9. 31% of pupils achieved grade 9–4 in English and Maths.
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