The Cheadle Academy
| Type | Secondary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 11-18 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Station Road Cheadle Stoke-on-Trent Staffordshire ST10 1LH |
| Phone | 01538493900 |
| Reference Number | 136959 |
The Cheadle Academy demonstrates effective action in maintaining the high standards achieved in its previous inspection. The school is noted for its welcoming atmosphere, high aspirations for all students, and dedicated support staff who are well-respected by students. The principal and the leadership team have clear goals for the school's progress, alongside engaged trustees who understand the school's strengths and areas for growth. While there have been improvements, the school is still working towards fully realizing its high aspirations for every pupil, particularly for those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 398 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 52.76%
Girls: 47.24% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 26.9% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 2.3% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 21.9 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 58 | 46 | 104 |
| 8 | 40 | 33 | 73 |
| 9 | 37 | 42 | 79 |
| 10 | 32 | 35 | 67 |
| 11 | 43 | 32 | 75 |
| 12 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 13 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 94.5% |
| White, Other | 1.8% |
| Pakistani | 0.8% |
| Asian, Other | 0.8% |
| African | 0.5% |
| Mixed, Other | 0.5% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 0.3% |
| White & Asian | 0.3% |
| Indian | 0.3% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.3% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 04 Feb 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 04 Feb 2025 | School inspection |
| 14 May 2019 | Full inspection: |
| 25 Sep 2018 | Monitoring visit |
| 18 Apr 2018 | Monitoring visit |
| 21 Mar 2017 | Full inspection: |
| 01 May 2015 | Monitoring visit |
| 15 Jan 2015 | Full inspection: |
| 21 Jun 2013 | Monitoring visit |
| 12 Feb 2013 | Full inspection: |
| 14 Feb 2012 | Academy conversion letter |
| 08 Nov 2011 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 24 May 2010 | Full inspection: |
| Previously as Cheadle High School | |
| 24 May 2010 | Full inspection: |
| 29 Sep 2008 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 29 Sep 2008 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 27 Feb 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 27 Feb 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 28 Nov 2007 | Monitoring visit |
| 28 Nov 2007 | Monitoring visit |
| 27 Jun 2007 | Monitoring visit |
| 27 Jun 2007 | Monitoring visit |
| 24 Jan 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 24 Jan 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 10 Nov 2005 | Full inspection: |
| 10 Nov 2005 | Full inspection: |
| 17 Jan 2000 | Full inspection |
| 17 Jan 2000 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Strong and supportive pastoral care.
- Well-organized careers program for students.
- Ambitious and well-sequenced curriculum.
- High expectations contribute to better student outcomes.
- Effective reading strategy enhancing student engagement.
Areas for Improvement
- Some SEND documentation lacks specific support details.
- Teachers sometimes do not provide precise feedback on improvement.
Ofsted Parent View
The latest published parent view scores are from 2018. Ofsted only publish scores if there have been more than 10 responses to the survey.
| Strongly Agree | Agree | Disagree | Strongly Disagree | Don't Know | Total Responses | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. My child is happy at this school | 24 | 9 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 37 |
| 2. My child feels safe at this school | 23 | 9 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 37 |
| 3. My child makes good progress at this school | 12 | 15 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 37 |
| 4. My child is well looked after at this school | 21 | 12 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 37 |
| 5. My child is taught well at this school | 14 | 16 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 37 |
| 6. My child receives appropriate homework for their age | 12 | 13 | 7 | 2 | 3 | 37 |
| 7. This school makes sure its pupils are well behaved | 14 | 15 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 37 |
| 8. This school deals effectively with bullying | 8 | 9 | 3 | 4 | 13 | 37 |
| 9. This school is well led and managed | 19 | 9 | 4 | 0 | 5 | 37 |
| 10. This school responds well to any concerns I raise | 17 | 10 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 37 |
| 11. I receive valuable information from the school about my child’s progress | 9 | 17 | 7 | 3 | 1 | 37 |
| 12. Would you recommend this school to another parent? | 30 | 7 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| 40 |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 30.7% | ||
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 45.3% |
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 | 59 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 12 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 4 | 0 |
Previous Years
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| Name | Distance |
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Bishop Rawle CofE Primary School
Royal Walk, Cheadle, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST10 1QA |
0.23 miles |
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Cheadle Primary School
The Avenue, Cheadle, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST10 1EN |
0.25 miles |
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St Giles' Catholic Primary School
Charles Street, Cheadle, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST10 1ED |
0.33 miles |
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St Thomas' Catholic Primary School
Parklands Road, Tean, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST10 4DS |
1.84 miles |
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Dilhorne Endowed CofE Primary School
Godley Lane, Dilhorne, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST10 2PF |
2 miles |
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Great Wood Community Primary School
Vicarage Road, Upper Tean, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST10 4LE |
2.03 miles |
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St Werburgh's CE (A) Primary School
Holt Lane, Kingsley, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST10 2BA |
2.56 miles |
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Forsbrook CofE Controlled Primary School
Cheadle Road, Blythe Bridge, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST11 9PW |
2.92 miles |
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The William Amory Primary School
Stallington Road, Blythe Bridge, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST11 9PN |
3.04 miles |
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Hutchinson Memorial CofE First School
Uttoxeter Road, Checkley, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST10 4NB |
3.26 miles |
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The Valley Primary School
School Drive, Oakamoor, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST10 3DQ |
3.31 miles |
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St Filumena's Catholic Primary School
Caverswall, Blythe Bridge, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST11 9EA |
3.38 miles |
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Springcroft Primary School
Grindley Lane, Blythe Bridge, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST11 9JS |
3.56 miles |
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St Peter's Church of England Primary School
School Lane, Caverswall, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST11 9EN |
3.58 miles |
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The Crescent Academy
Pinewood Crescent, Meir, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST3 6HZ |
4.02 miles |
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The Faber Catholic Primary School
Cotton Lane, Cotton, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST10 3DN |
4.13 miles |
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Weston Infant Academy
West Street, Weston Coyney, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST3 6PT |
4.25 miles |
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All Saints' CofE First School
School Lane, Church Leigh, Stoke-On-Trent, Staffordshire, ST10 4SR |
4.27 miles |
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St Peter's CofE Academy Alton
Town Head, Alton, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST10 4AW |
4.27 miles |
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Weston Junior Academy
Princess Drive, Weston Coyney, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST3 6NG |
4.42 miles |
| Name | Distance |
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Painsley Catholic College
Station Road, Cheadle, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST10 1LH |
0.09 miles |
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Elm House School
15 Mill Road, Cheadle, Stoke on Trent, ST10 1NG |
0.37 miles |
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Sycamore Meadow Outdoor Learning Centre
Draycott Cross, Cheadle, The Sycamores, Stoke-on-Trent, ST10 2NT |
1.3 miles |
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Draycott Moor College
Draycott Old Road, Draycott-in-the-Moors, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST11 9AH |
2.37 miles |
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Blythe Bridge High School
Cheadle Road, Blythe Bridge, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST11 9PW |
2.99 miles |
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Portland School
Uttoxeter Road, Blythe Bridge, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST11 9JG |
3.53 miles |
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Rowan House School
207/209 Weston Road, Weston Coyney, Stoke On Trent, ST3 6AT |
4.48 miles |
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Moorside High School
Cellarhead Road, Werrington, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST9 0HP |
4.56 miles |
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Co-op Academy Florence MacWilliams
Weston Road, Stoke-on-Trent, ST3 6AP |
4.59 miles |
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Kinetic Academy
Meir Youth Cafe, Sandon Road, Meir, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST3 7DJ |
4.66 miles |
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Abbey Hill Academy & College
Box Lane, Meir, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST3 5PP |
4.84 miles |