Lift Clacton
| Type | Secondary / Academy sponsor led |
| Age Range | 11-19 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Pathfields Road Clacton on Sea Essex CO15 3JL |
| Phone | 01255428131 |
| Reference Number | 135957 |
Clacton Coastal Academy has shown significant improvement since its last inspection and is now rated as good overall. The school is focused on inclusivity and high expectations for all its students, particularly in addressing past academic underperformance through a carefully planned curriculum. Students benefit from high-quality teaching, strong relationships, and a broad range of enrichment opportunities, contributing to a positive learning environment. However, there are concerns about attendance rates, which are improving slowly, and some challenges remain in adequately supporting students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 1516 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 49.41%
Girls: 50.59% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 53.8% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 2.9% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 21 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 119 | 132 | 251 |
| 8 | 140 | 159 | 299 |
| 9 | 140 | 131 | 271 |
| 10 | 138 | 125 | 263 |
| 11 | 124 | 123 | 247 |
| 12 | 43 | 49 | 92 |
| 13 | 45 | 48 | 93 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 84.5% |
| White, Other | 2.2% |
| Mixed, Other | 2.1% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 2% |
| African | 2% |
| Unclassified | 1.1% |
| White & Asian | 0.7% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.6% |
| Indian | 0.5% |
| Irish | 0.3% |
| Caribbean | 0.3% |
| Asian, Other | 0.3% |
| Chinese | 0.1% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Sixth Form Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 11 Jun 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 11 Jun 2024 | School inspection: |
| 30 Mar 2023 | Monitoring visit |
| 26 Apr 2022 | School inspection: |
| 11 Jun 2019 | Monitoring visit |
| 20 Mar 2018 | Full inspection: |
| 22 Nov 2017 | Monitoring visit |
| 18 Nov 2014 | Full inspection: |
| 14 Mar 2014 | Monitoring visit |
| 04 Dec 2013 | Full inspection: |
| 09 Nov 2011 | Full inspection: |
| 05 Oct 2010 | Monitoring visit |
Strengths
- Pupils appreciate the high expectations set by the school.
- The curriculum reflects high expectations for all learners, including those with SEND.
- Strong improvements in academic support through effective teacher training.
- Pupils benefit from a wide range of enrichment activities.
- Good relationships and support for sixth-form students.
Areas for Improvement
- Some pupils do not attend regularly enough, impacting their learning.
- Learning is not always adapted clearly enough for pupils with SEND.
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
- English
- Maths
- 3 subjects from qualifications that count towards the English Baccalaureate (EBacc), like sciences, language and history
- 3 more GCSE qualifications (including EBacc subjects) or technical awards from a list approved by the Department for Education
Each grade a pupil gets is assigned a point score from 9 (the highest) to 1 (the lowest). These scores are added up, with English and maths counted twice.
| School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|
| 30 |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 15% | ||
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 31.2% |
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
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| Points | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Points | 29.14 | ||
| Average Points (best 3) | 31.67 |
Grades
| School | Local | Nationwide | |
| Average Grade | C | C+ | C+ |
| Average Grade (best 3) | C+ | C+ | C+ |
| Percentage | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students getting AAB or better | 12.5% |
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 91 | 6 |
| Third Preference | 16 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 1 | 0 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
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White Hall Academy and Nursery
Melbourne Road, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex, CO15 3SP |
0.23 miles |
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St Clare's Catholic Primary School
Cloes Lane, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex, CO16 8AG |
0.49 miles |
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Cann Hall Primary School
Constable Avenue, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex, CO16 8DA |
0.51 miles |
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Oakwood Infant and Nursery School
Windsor Avenue, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex, CO15 2AH |
0.57 miles |
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Ravens Academy
Nayland Drive, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex, CO16 8TZ |
0.61 miles |
|
Alton Park Junior School
Alton Park Road, Clacton-on-Sea, CO15 1DL |
0.64 miles |
|
Great Clacton Church of England Junior School
Craigfield Avenue, Great Clacton, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex, CO15 4HR |
0.94 miles |
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Burrsville Infant Academy
Craigfield Avenue, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex, CO15 4HR |
0.99 miles |
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Holland Park Primary School
Holland Road, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex, CO15 6NG |
1.26 miles |
|
Sir Martin Frobisher Academy
Frobisher Drive, Jaywick, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex, CO15 2QH |
1.47 miles |
|
Engaines Primary School and Nursery
St Osyth Road East, Little Clacton, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex, CO16 9PH |
1.72 miles |
|
Holland Haven Primary School
Primrose Road, Holland-on-Sea, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex, CO15 5PP |
2.29 miles |
|
St Osyth Church of England Primary School
Norman Close, St Osyth, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex, CO16 8PN |
2.58 miles |
|
Weeley St Andrew's CofE Primary School
Old Clacton Road, Weeley, Clacton-On-Sea, Essex, CO16 9LW |
3.74 miles |
|
Rolph Church of England Primary School and Nursery
High Street, Thorpe-le-Soken, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex, CO16 0DY |
4.1 miles |
|
Kirby Primary Academy
Halstead Road, Kirby Cross, Frinton-on-Sea, Essex, CO13 0LW |
4.56 miles |
|
Great Bentley Primary School
Plough Road, Great Bentley, Colchester, Essex, CO7 8LD |
4.91 miles |
|
Frinton-on-Sea Primary School
Fifth Avenue, Frinton-on-Sea, Essex, CO13 9LQ |
4.94 miles |
| Name | Distance |
|
Minerva Independent School
Minerva House, 18 Cottage Grove, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex, CO16 8DH |
0.54 miles |
|
Clacton County High School
Walton Road, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex, CO15 6DZ |
0.84 miles |
|
Shorefields School
Ogilvie House, 114 Holland Road, Clacton-on-Sea, Essex, CO15 6HF |
1.24 miles |
|
Compass Community School Essex
274 Harwich Road, Little Clacton, Clacton on Sea, Essex, CO16 9PY |
3.01 miles |