Healing Academy
| Type | Secondary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 11-16 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Low Road Healing Grimsby Lincolnshire DN41 7QD |
| Phone | 01472502400 |
| Reference Number | 136277 |
Healing Academy has made notable improvements since its previous inspection, moving from a grade of 'Requires Improvement' to 'Good' in all areas evaluated. The school culture has shifted significantly, with a strong emphasis on being child-centred, inclusive, and ambitious. Pupils report feeling safe and supported, benefiting from high expectations set by school leaders and a calm, orderly atmosphere. The curriculum is ambitious and meets the needs of most students, including those with special educational needs, contributing to good outcomes in examinations. While there are effective strategies in place for personal development and reading, certain areas require attention to ensure all pupils progress effectively.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 778 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 47.81%
Girls: 52.19% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 13.4% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 9.3% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 25.1 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 42 | 78 | 120 |
| 8 | 72 | 80 | 152 |
| 9 | 91 | 75 | 166 |
| 10 | 83 | 82 | 165 |
| 11 | 84 | 91 | 175 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 82.9% |
| White, Other | 6.6% |
| Unclassified | 3.5% |
| Mixed, Other | 2.3% |
| White & Asian | 1.5% |
| Indian | 0.8% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.6% |
| Chinese | 0.3% |
| African | 0.1% |
| Caribbean | 0.1% |
| Asian, Other | 0.1% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| Last Report Date | 12 Jun 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 12 Jun 2024 | School inspection: |
| 21 Apr 2022 | School inspection: |
| 14 Feb 2012 | Academy conversion letter |
| 04 Jun 2009 | Full inspection: |
| Previously as Healing School, A Specialist Science and Foundation College | |
| 04 Jun 2009 | Full inspection: |
| 29 Jun 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 29 Jun 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 22 Nov 1999 | Full inspection |
| 22 Nov 1999 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Strong leadership with clear high expectations for pupils.
- Effective support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
- Calm and orderly school environment with good pupil behaviour.
- Comprehensive personal development curriculum.
- Wide range of extracurricular activities that enhance pupil learning.
Areas for Improvement
- Some subjects do not implement the curriculum as effectively as intended.
- Inconsistent support for struggling readers hindering their progress.
- Communication with parents needs improvement to enhance engagement.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| 51 |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 61.7% | ||
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 77.1% |
Attainment 8 Score
Note: Exam results were not published in 2021 and 2022 due to the pandemic.
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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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 75 | 5 |
| Third Preference | 30 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 7 | 4 |
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Fords Avenue, Healing, Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire, DN41 7RS |
0.28 miles |
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