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Brackensdale Spencer Academy

Walthamstow Drive, Mackworth Estate, Derby, Derbyshire, DE22 4BS, Derby


LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
61.4 / 100
Top 39%
Better than 61% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Good
Pupils
505
Capacity
525
Ages
311
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
96%
Summary

With a Good rating from Ofsted as of October 2024, this primary academy demonstrates solid performance, particularly with 61% of students meeting the expected standard in reading, writing, and maths, placing it in the top 60% of schools nationally. Parent satisfaction is relatively strong, with 78% of respondents recommending the school, although there is room for improvement in achieving higher standards, as only 7% of pupils reached the higher benchmark in KS2.

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Ofsted inspection
Last inspected: 15 October 2024
Quality Of Education: GoodPersonal Development: GoodBehaviour & Attitudes: GoodLeadership & Management: Outstanding
KS2 SATs Results
cohort size not published
MetricValuevs 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%.61%Bottom 40% UK
Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%.7%Bottom 47% UK
Parent View (32 responses)
3.8
School keeps me informed
100%
Good range of subjects
88%
Progress is communicated
88%
My child is happy
84%
My child makes good progress
81%
My child feels safe
78%
Good range of extra-curricular
78%
I'd recommend this school
78%
Behaviour is good
75%
Bullying is dealt withParent View publishes % who disagree that bullying is dealt with — lower is better. Bar shows room for improvement (100% − disagree).
28% disagree
School has high expectations
72%
School supports development
69%
School responds to concerns
56%
Pupil Ethnicity
White British64.0%
Black African8.3%
White Other7.9%
Asian Other3.8%
Asian Indian3.0%
Mixed W+Asian2.2%
Mixed W+B Carib.2.2%
Other1.8%
Mixed Other1.6%
Asian Pakistani1.2%
Mixed W+B African1.0%
traveller_irish0.6%
Gypsy/Roma0.4%
Asian Chinese0.2%
Location
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52.92518, -1.51477 · DE22 4BS

School details
Local authorityDerby
RegionEast Midlands
URN148384
School typeAcademy sponsor led

Frequently asked questions
What is Brackensdale Spencer Academy rated by Ofsted?

Brackensdale Spencer Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 15 October 2024.

Is Brackensdale Spencer Academy a good school?

Brackensdale Spencer Academy scores 61.4/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 39% 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 Brackensdale Spencer Academy?

Based on 32 Ofsted Parent View responses, Brackensdale Spencer Academy receives a satisfaction score of 75% across all parent survey questions.

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