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Chase Terrace Academy
Bridge Cross Road, Chase Terrace, Burntwood, Staffordshire, WS7 2DB, Staffordshire
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
43.7 / 100
Bottom 44%
Better than 44% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
1,230
Capacity
1,411
Ages
11–18
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
87%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted, this secondary school demonstrates solid academic performance, particularly with a GCSE Attainment 8 score of 44.3, placing it in the top 59% of schools nationally. A commendable 67% of students achieve grade 4 or above in English and Maths, although only 36% reach the higher grade 5 threshold. Parent satisfaction is relatively strong, with 78% recommending the school, making it a viable option for families considering secondary education.
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Last inspected: 29 April 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. | 44.3 | Bottom 41% 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%. | 67% | Top 47% 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%. | 36% | Bottom 30% 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%. | 37% | Top 44% 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%. | 25% | Top 44% 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%. | 60% | 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%. | 15% | Average |
Based on 82 leavers (DfE Destinations data, latest available year).
Parent View (116 responses)
★★★★★3.7
Good range of subjects
91%
School has high expectations
85%
Good range of extra-curricular
85%
My child makes good progress
85%
My child feels safe
84%
Progress is communicated
81%
My child is happy
80%
I'd recommend this school
78%
School keeps me informed
78%
School supports development
76%
Behaviour is good
71%
School responds to concerns
56%
Pupil Ethnicity
White British92.4%
Mixed W+Asian1.4%
White Other1.2%
Mixed W+B Carib.0.9%
Mixed Other0.7%
White Irish0.5%
Asian Chinese0.4%
Black Caribbean0.4%
Other0.3%
Mixed W+B African0.2%
Asian Indian0.2%
Asian Other0.1%
Black African0.1%
Location
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52.68344, -1.93249 · WS7 2DB
School details
Local authorityStaffordshire
RegionWest Midlands
URN143899
School typeAcademy converter
Websitechaseterraceacademy.co.uk/
Frequently asked questions
What is Chase Terrace Academy rated by Ofsted?
Chase Terrace Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 29 April 2025.
Is Chase Terrace Academy a good school?
Chase Terrace Academy scores 43.7/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 44% 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 Chase Terrace Academy?
Based on 116 Ofsted Parent View responses, Chase Terrace Academy receives a satisfaction score of 74% across all parent survey questions.
How do pupils perform at Chase Terrace Academy in GCSEs?
Chase Terrace Academy achieved an Attainment 8 score of 44.3. 67% of pupils achieved grade 9–4 in English and Maths.
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