Campion School
| Type | Secondary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 11-18 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Bugbrooke Northampton Northamptonshire NN7 3QG |
| Phone | 01604833900 |
| Reference Number | 137087 |
Campion School has shown a notable improvement since its last inspection, moving from a previous grade of Requires Improvement to a current rating of Good. The leadership has successfully created a positive culture that prioritizes high academic expectations for all students, including those in the sixth form. The school provides a well-rounded curriculum and fosters good relationships between staff and pupils, contributing to a supportive learning environment. Most students feel safe and well-prepared to take on leadership roles within their community.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 1318 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 49.85%
Girls: 50.15% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 20% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 7.5% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 24.1 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 124 | 143 | 267 |
| 8 | 118 | 116 | 234 |
| 9 | 126 | 120 | 246 |
| 10 | 107 | 120 | 227 |
| 11 | 113 | 91 | 204 |
| 12 | 36 | 25 | 61 |
| 13 | 33 | 46 | 79 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 81.9% |
| White, Other | 5.5% |
| African | 1.9% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 1.7% |
| White & Asian | 1.1% |
| White & Black (African) | 1.1% |
| Indian | 1% |
| Mixed, Other | 0.8% |
| Pakistani | 0.8% |
| Asian, Other | 0.6% |
| Unclassified | 0.4% |
| Chinese | 0.2% |
| Caribbean | 0.2% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Sixth Form Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 09 Nov 2021 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 09 Nov 2021 | School inspection: |
| 25 Mar 2021 | Monitoring visit |
| 20 Mar 2018 | Full inspection: |
| 23 Feb 2017 | Monitoring visit |
| 13 Sep 2016 | Monitoring visit |
| 11 Feb 2016 | Full inspection: |
| 09 Jun 2015 | Monitoring visit |
| 14 Feb 2012 | Academy conversion letter |
| 15 Sep 2011 | Full inspection: |
| 11 Mar 2009 | Full inspection: |
| Previously as Campion School | |
| 11 Mar 2009 | Full inspection: |
| 08 Oct 2008 | Monitoring visit |
| 08 Oct 2008 | Monitoring visit |
| 23 Jan 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 23 Jan 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 18 Oct 2004 | Full inspection |
| 18 Oct 2004 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- High expectations of all pupils
- Strong relationships between staff and pupils
- Broad and revised curriculum opportunities
- Effective provision for pupils with SEND
- Strong focus on reading development
- Mature and independent sixth-form students
- Consistent behaviour management leading to minimal disruption
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistent clarity on knowledge progression in some subjects
- Inadequate checking of pupil understanding before introducing new concepts
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) |
|---|---|---|
| 46.2 |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 52.2% | ||
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 69% |
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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UnlockGCSE Results
Note: Exam results were not published in 2021 and 2022 due to the pandemic.
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| Points | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Points | 36.52 | ||
| Average Points (best 3) | 39.3 |
Grades
| School | Local | Nationwide | |
| Average Grade | B- | C+ | C+ |
| Average Grade (best 3) | B | C+ | C+ |
| Percentage | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students getting AAB or better | 25.6% |
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 157 | 39 |
| Third Preference | 83 | 7 |
| From another Local Authority | 1 | 0 |
Previous Years
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| > Further Education | |
| > School Sixth Form | |
| > Sixth Form College | |
| > Other Education | |
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