Explore other schools in this area
See every school around NN17 2JH on an interactive map — Ofsted, phase filters, GCSE context where published, and Parent View themes.
Open schools map →🎓 SchoolSecondary
Lodge Park Academy
Shetland Way, Corby, Northamptonshire, NN17 2JH, North Northamptonshire
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
10.2 / 100
Bottom 10%
Better than 10% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Requires improvement
Pupils
799
Capacity
1,230
Ages
11–18
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
65%
Summary
With a GCSE Attainment 8 score of 33.5, the school demonstrates above-average performance compared to the national cohort, particularly excelling in the top 96% of schools for GCSE outcomes. However, it faces challenges, as indicated by its recent Ofsted rating of Requires Improvement and a low LocaleIQ score of 10.2, suggesting limited overall satisfaction and performance relative to other institutions. While 65% of students progress to university, only 4% reach top-third universities, highlighting the need for further academic support and development.
Explore this location
Start from postcode NN17 2JH — compare nearby schools or open the full live area report.
Explore the area around Lodge Park Academy
Crime trends, planning applications, licensed HMOs, roadworks, and neighbourhood context — the same postcode workflow LocaleIQ uses for moving and schools research.
Open area analysis →Ofsted inspection
Last inspected: 21 November 2023Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: GoodBehaviour & Attitudes: Requires improvementLeadership & 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. | 33.5 | Bottom 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%. | 46% | Bottom 8% 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%. | 21% | Bottom 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%. | 20% | Bottom 13% 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%. | 7% | Bottom 13% 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%. | 65% | Above avg |
| Top-third universities% of leavers who went to a top-third university (Russell Group and equivalents — the most academically selective institutions). National average ~18%. | 4% | Below avg |
Based on 46 leavers (DfE Destinations data, latest available year).
Pupil Ethnicity
White British56.8%
White Other20.3%
Black African8.5%
Black Other1.8%
Mixed W+Asian1.4%
Other1.3%
Mixed W+B African1.0%
Mixed Other1.0%
Asian Bangladeshi0.9%
Asian Indian0.8%
Asian Other0.5%
Black Caribbean0.5%
Gypsy/Roma0.4%
Asian Pakistani0.4%
Mixed W+B Carib.0.3%
White Irish0.1%
Location
Loading map…
52.50190, -0.72129 · NN17 2JH
School details
Local authorityNorth Northamptonshire
RegionEast Midlands
URN139060
School typeAcademy sponsor led
Websitewww.lodgeparkacademy.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
What is Lodge Park Academy rated by Ofsted?
Lodge Park Academy was rated "Requires improvement" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 21 November 2023.
Is Lodge Park Academy a good school?
Lodge Park Academy scores 10.2/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 10% 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 Lodge Park Academy in GCSEs?
Lodge Park Academy achieved an Attainment 8 score of 33.5. 46% of pupils achieved grade 9–4 in English and Maths.
What are the best schools near NN17 2JH?
Use the LocaleIQ map to explore all schools near NN17 2JH with Ofsted ratings, GCSE results, and parent reviews overlaid. You can filter by Primary, Secondary, Nursery or College.