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Woodhouse Academy
Woodhouse Lane, Biddulph, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST8 7DR, Staffordshire
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
419
Capacity
480
Ages
9–13
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
87%
Summary
With a recent Ofsted rating of Good, this middle deemed secondary school demonstrates strong academic performance, with 80% of pupils meeting expected standards in reading, writing, and maths, placing it in the top 13% nationally. While the percentage of students achieving the higher standard is lower at 11%, the overall results indicate a solid foundation for student learning and development. Parents can feel confident in the supportive environment and commitment to educational excellence.
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Last inspected: 14 February 2023Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: GoodBehaviour & Attitudes: GoodLeadership & Management: Good
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%. | 80% | Top 13% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 11% | Top 31% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British95.7%
Asian Other1.0%
Mixed W+Asian0.7%
Mixed Other0.7%
Mixed W+B Carib.0.5%
White Other0.5%
Asian Chinese0.5%
Black Other0.2%
Black Caribbean0.2%
Location
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53.12609, -2.16279 · ST8 7DR
School details
Local authorityStaffordshire
RegionWest Midlands
URN141074
School typeAcademy converter
Frequently asked questions
What is Woodhouse Academy rated by Ofsted?
Woodhouse Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 14 February 2023.
Is Woodhouse Academy a good school?
Woodhouse Academy scores –/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 0% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
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