Brinsworth Academy
| Type | Secondary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 11-18 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Brinsworth Road Brinsworth Rotherham South Yorkshire S60 5EJ |
| Phone | 01709828383 |
| Reference Number | 136301 |
Brinsworth Academy continues to demonstrate solid performance, being rated as a good school in this recent inspection. The school fosters a warm and inclusive environment where pupils receive strong support to reach their potential. Parents and staff speak positively about the extra efforts made by teachers to aid student development. The curriculum is effectively planned, considering the interests and aspirations of the students, although there are some areas in the key stage 3 curriculum where depth could be improved. While the school excels in many areas, there are concerns regarding the support for pupils at the earliest stages of reading and the depth of knowledge provided in some subjects. Leaders are actively working on these weaknesses, having identified areas for improvement, such as enhancing the phonics support and ensuring the new religious studies curriculum effectively addresses the knowledge gaps previously noted. Overall, the school's commitment to continuous improvement and collaboration among stakeholders is evident.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 1384 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 47.11%
Girls: 52.89% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 32.1% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 18.4% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 19.8 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 119 | 117 | 236 |
| 8 | 110 | 122 | 232 |
| 9 | 113 | 130 | 243 |
| 10 | 126 | 115 | 241 |
| 11 | 102 | 134 | 236 |
| 12 | 40 | 58 | 98 |
| 13 | 42 | 56 | 98 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 50% |
| Pakistani | 28% |
| African | 5.1% |
| Asian, Other | 3.6% |
| White, Other | 3.4% |
| White & Asian | 2% |
| Mixed, Other | 1.3% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 1% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.9% |
| Chinese | 0.7% |
| Unclassified | 0.5% |
| Indian | 0.3% |
| Caribbean | 0.1% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 02 Feb 2022 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 02 Feb 2022 | School inspection |
| 21 Mar 2017 | Short inspection |
| 13 Jun 2012 | Full inspection: |
| 14 Feb 2012 | Academy conversion letter |
| 07 Jan 2011 | Interim assessment |
| 09 Jun 2009 | Curriculum and development visit |
| Previously as Brinsworth Comprehensive School | |
| 09 Jun 2009 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 11 Dec 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 11 Dec 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 17 Nov 2003 | Full inspection |
| 17 Nov 2003 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Strong commitment to inclusivity and student support.
- High expectations for pupil behavior leading to a calm learning environment.
- Wide range of enrichment opportunities that develop pupils' respect and resilience.
- Effective curriculum planning that considers pupils' interests and aspirations.
- Strong support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
Areas for Improvement
- Some subjects at key stage 3 lack sufficient depth in the curriculum.
- Support for early-stage readers is not focused enough on phonics.
- Historically, knowledge of different world views has not been prioritized.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| 44.5 |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 38.6% | ||
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 57.6% |
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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| Points | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Points | 34.17 | ||
| Average Points (best 3) | 34.86 |
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 | 17.4% |
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 47 | 10 |
| Third Preference | 21 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 59 | 49 |
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