Tuxford Academy
| Type | Secondary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 11-18 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | MARNHAM ROAD TUXFORD NEWARK NOTTINGHAMSHIRE NG22 0JH |
| Phone | 01777870001 |
| Reference Number | 137319 |
Tuxford Academy is performing well overall, achieving a 'Good' rating in all inspected areas. Pupils enjoy their time at the school and feel safe, thanks to high expectations set by the leadership, which includes a strong focus on behaviour and respect. The school offers a broad curriculum, effectively supports pupils with special educational needs, and provides ample opportunities for personal development and extracurricular involvement. However, the school previously held an 'Outstanding' grade, indicating a notable change in performance that warrants continued attention.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 1482 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 51.69%
Girls: 48.31% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 21.2% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 3.9% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 22.9 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 141 | 113 | 254 |
| 8 | 121 | 127 | 248 |
| 9 | 120 | 120 | 240 |
| 10 | 136 | 110 | 246 |
| 11 | 130 | 122 | 252 |
| 12 | 63 | 71 | 134 |
| 13 | 55 | 53 | 108 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 89.2% |
| White, Other | 3.2% |
| White & Asian | 1.2% |
| Mixed, Other | 1.2% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 0.9% |
| African | 0.8% |
| Pakistani | 0.7% |
| Chinese | 0.6% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.5% |
| Unclassified | 0.4% |
| Indian | 0.3% |
| Asian, Other | 0.3% |
| Irish | 0.1% |
| Caribbean | 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 | 28 Mar 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 28 Mar 2023 | School inspection: |
| 17 Nov 2020 | Monitoring visit |
| 02 Oct 2013 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 09 May 2012 | Full inspection: |
| 14 Feb 2012 | Academy conversion letter |
| 23 Jun 2010 | Curriculum and development visit |
| Previously as Tuxford School | |
| 23 Jun 2010 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 07 May 2009 | Full inspection: |
| 07 May 2009 | Full inspection: |
| 17 May 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 17 May 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 07 Feb 2000 | Full inspection |
| 07 Feb 2000 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- High expectations for all pupils, including those with SEND.
- Well-established curriculum with a focus on modern foreign languages.
- Effective support for reading skills and personal development.
- Strong performance in English and effective sixth-form provision.
- Good governance and considerate leadership regarding staff well-being.
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistent application of behaviour policy by some teachers.
- Lack of clarity for some pupils regarding behaviour expectations.
- Occasional gaps in questioning techniques in certain subjects.
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 |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 41.3% | ||
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 57.9% |
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 | 35.28 | ||
| Average Points (best 3) | 36.73 |
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 | 11.1% |
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 143 | 10 |
| Third Preference | 123 | 1 |
| From another Local Authority | 15 | 8 |
Previous Years
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| Staying in Education | |
| > Further Education | |
| > School Sixth Form | |
| > Sixth Form College | |
| > Other Education | |
| Apprenticeships | |
| Employment | |
| Not in education or employment | |
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| Name | Distance |
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Tuxford Primary Academy
Newark Road, Tuxford, Newark, Nottinghamshire, NG22 0NA |
0.63 miles |
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East Markham Primary School
Askham Road, East Markham, Newark, Nottinghamshire, NG22 0RG |
1.45 miles |
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St Matthew's CofE Primary School
Mill Lane, Normanton-on-Trent, Newark, Nottinghamshire, NG23 6RW |
2.98 miles |
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Gamston St Peter's CofE Primary School
Stanboard Lane, Gamston, Retford, Nottinghamshire, DN22 0PE |
3.67 miles |
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Walesby CofE Primary School
New Hill, Walesby, Newark, Nottinghamshire, NG22 9PB |
4.03 miles |
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Dunham-on-Trent CofE Primary School
Laneham Road, Dunham-on-Trent, Newark, Nottinghamshire, NG22 0UL |
4.06 miles |
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Elkesley Primary and Nursery School
Headland Avenue, Elkesley, Retford, Nottinghamshire, DN22 8AQ |
4.63 miles |
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Sutton-On-Trent Primary and Nursery School
Church Street, Sutton-on-Trent, Newark, Nottinghamshire, NG23 6PD |
4.68 miles |
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North Clifton Primary School
CHURCH LANE, NORTH CLIFTON, NEWARK, NOTTINGHAMSHIRE, NG23 7AP |
4.71 miles |
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St Joseph's Catholic Primary and Nursery School
Main Road, Boughton, Newark, Nottinghamshire, NG22 9JE |
4.93 miles |
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Kneesall CofE Primary Academy
School Lane, Kneesall, Select, Nottinghamshire, NG22 0AB |
4.97 miles |
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