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Blessed Robert Sutton Catholic Voluntary Academy
Bluestone Lane, Stapenhill, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE15 9SD, Staffordshire
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
82.6 / 100
Top 17%
Better than 83% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Outstanding
Pupils
612
Capacity
620
Ages
11–16
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
99%
Faith
Roman Catholic
Summary
With an Outstanding rating from Ofsted, this secondary academy demonstrates strong academic performance, particularly in English and Maths, where 80% of students achieve grade 4 or higher. The school’s Attainment 8 score of 46.7 places it in the top 45% of schools nationally, and a notable 65% of pupils enter the EBacc. Overall, it offers a supportive environment with above-average outcomes, making it a compelling choice for parents seeking quality education.
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Last inspected: 18 January 2023Quality Of Education: OutstandingPersonal Development: OutstandingBehaviour & Attitudes: OutstandingLeadership & Management: Outstanding
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. | 46.7 | Top 45% 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%. | 80% | Top 16% 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%. | 46% | Top 44% 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%. | 65% | Bottom 35% 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%. | 15% | Bottom 35% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British70.6%
White Other16.7%
Asian Indian2.3%
Black African2.0%
Mixed W+B Carib.1.6%
Mixed W+Asian1.5%
Mixed Other1.3%
White Irish1.3%
Asian Other1.0%
Black Other0.8%
Mixed W+B African0.5%
Gypsy/Roma0.2%
Other0.2%
Location
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52.78644, -1.61511 · DE15 9SD
School details
Local authorityStaffordshire
RegionWest Midlands
URN146235
School typeAcademy converter
Frequently asked questions
What is Blessed Robert Sutton Catholic Voluntary Academy rated by Ofsted?
Blessed Robert Sutton Catholic Voluntary Academy was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 18 January 2023.
Is Blessed Robert Sutton Catholic Voluntary Academy a good school?
Blessed Robert Sutton Catholic Voluntary Academy scores 82.6/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 17% 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 Blessed Robert Sutton Catholic Voluntary Academy in GCSEs?
Blessed Robert Sutton Catholic Voluntary Academy achieved an Attainment 8 score of 46.7. 80% of pupils achieved grade 9–4 in English and Maths.
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