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Woodlands Academy
Beechdale Road, Aspley, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG8 3EZ, Nottingham
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
53.5 / 100
Top 47%
Better than 54% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
94
Ages
3–16
Gender
Mixed
Summary
With a recent Ofsted rating of Good, this school demonstrates a commitment to quality education despite facing challenges in academic attainment, particularly in GCSE results where no students achieved grade 4 or above in English and Maths. The small student body of 94 allows for a more personalized learning environment, although published data on progress and attainment is limited, indicating a need for improvement in core subjects. Parents considering this option may appreciate the school's supportive atmosphere but should weigh the academic performance against their expectations.
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Last inspected: 3 December 2024Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: OutstandingBehaviour & Attitudes: OutstandingLeadership & 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. | 0.9 | 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 |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British63.8%
Asian Pakistani9.6%
Mixed W+B Carib.4.3%
Mixed Other4.3%
Black African4.3%
Mixed W+B African3.2%
Asian Indian3.2%
Asian Bangladeshi2.1%
Mixed W+Asian1.1%
Black Other1.1%
White Irish1.1%
White Other1.1%
Location
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52.96751, -1.20588 · NG8 3EZ
School details
Local authorityNottingham
RegionEast Midlands
URN144321
School typeAcademy special converter
Frequently asked questions
What is Woodlands Academy rated by Ofsted?
Woodlands Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 3 December 2024.
Is Woodlands Academy a good school?
Woodlands Academy scores 53.5/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 47% 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 Woodlands Academy in GCSEs?
Woodlands Academy achieved an Attainment 8 score of 0.9. 0% of pupils achieved grade 9–4 in English and Maths.
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