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The King Alfred School an Academy
Burnham Road, Highbridge, Somerset, TA9 3EE, Somerset
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
27.3 / 100
Bottom 27%
Better than 27% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
1,294
Capacity
1,375
Ages
11–18
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
94%
Summary
With a Good rating from Ofsted, the school demonstrates a commitment to quality education, reflected in its GCSE Attainment 8 score of 40.5, placing it in the top 77% of schools nationally. While 54% of students achieve a grade 4 or above in English and Maths, there is room for improvement in higher grade attainment, as only 33% reach grade 5 or above. Additionally, 61% of pupils progress to university, with a small percentage entering top-third institutions, suggesting a focus on broadening future opportunities for students.
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Last inspected: 22 November 2022Quality 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. | 40.5 | Bottom 23% 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%. | 54% | Bottom 20% 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%. | 33% | Bottom 23% 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%. | 7% | Bottom 5% 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%. | 4% | Bottom 5% 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%. | 61% | 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%. | 13% | Average |
Based on 76 leavers (DfE Destinations data, latest available year).
Pupil Ethnicity
White British88.9%
White Other3.2%
Asian Other1.4%
Mixed Other1.2%
Other0.8%
Asian Indian0.6%
Mixed W+B African0.5%
Black African0.5%
Asian Bangladeshi0.3%
Mixed W+Asian0.2%
Mixed W+B Carib.0.2%
White Irish0.2%
Asian Chinese0.2%
Location
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51.22696, -2.98342 · TA9 3EE
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Frequently asked questions
What is The King Alfred School an Academy rated by Ofsted?
The King Alfred School an Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 22 November 2022.
Is The King Alfred School an Academy a good school?
The King Alfred School an Academy scores 27.3/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 27% 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 The King Alfred School an Academy in GCSEs?
The King Alfred School an Academy achieved an Attainment 8 score of 40.5. 54% of pupils achieved grade 9–4 in English and Maths.
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