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Severndale Specialist Academy
Woodcote Way, Monkmoor, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY2 5SH, Shropshire
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
39.2 / 100
Bottom 39%
Better than 39% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
414
Capacity
375
Ages
2–19
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
110%
Summary
With a recent Ofsted rating of Good, the academy serves students aged 2-19 and boasts a commendable parent satisfaction rate of 86%. However, academic performance metrics such as GCSE attainment and expected progress in key stages show significant challenges, with no students achieving grade 4 or above in English and Maths. Despite these academic hurdles, the supportive environment and positive feedback from parents suggest a focus on holistic development.
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Last inspected: 5 November 2024Quality 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. | 0.8 | No UK data |
| 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%. | 0% | No UK data |
| 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%. | 0% | No UK data |
| 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%. | 0% | No UK data |
| EBacc — Achievement (grade 5+)% of pupils who achieved grade 5+ across all EBacc subjects. Reflects both curriculum breadth and academic rigour. National average ~22%. | 0% | No UK data |
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%. | 0% | 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%. | 0% | No UK data |
Parent View (58 responses)
★★★★★3.8
My child is happy
91%
My child makes good progress
91%
Progress is communicated
91%
School supports development
90%
I'd recommend this school
86%
Good range of subjects
85%
My child feels safe
81%
Behaviour is good
79%
School keeps me informed
78%
School responds to concerns
78%
School has high expectations
71%
Good range of extra-curricular
41%
Pupil Ethnicity
White British86.0%
White Other4.3%
Mixed Other1.4%
Mixed W+Asian1.0%
Mixed W+B African1.0%
Mixed W+B Carib.1.0%
Asian Other1.0%
Black African1.0%
Asian Indian0.7%
Other0.7%
Gypsy/Roma0.2%
White Irish0.2%
Asian Chinese0.2%
Asian Pakistani0.2%
Black Caribbean0.2%
traveller_irish0.2%
Asian Bangladeshi0.2%
Location
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52.71881, -2.72686 · SY2 5SH
School details
Local authorityShropshire
RegionWest Midlands
URN140531
School typeAcademy special converter
Websitewww.severndaleacademy.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
What is Severndale Specialist Academy rated by Ofsted?
Severndale Specialist Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 5 November 2024.
Is Severndale Specialist Academy a good school?
Severndale Specialist Academy scores 39.2/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 39% 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 Severndale Specialist Academy?
Based on 58 Ofsted Parent View responses, Severndale Specialist Academy receives a satisfaction score of 75% across all parent survey questions.
How do pupils perform at Severndale Specialist Academy in GCSEs?
Severndale Specialist Academy achieved an Attainment 8 score of 0.8. 0% of pupils achieved grade 9–4 in English and Maths.
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