The Iffley Academy
| Type | Special School / Academy special converter |
| Age Range | 5-18 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Iffley Turn Oxford Oxfordshire OX4 4DU |
| Phone | 01865747606 |
| Reference Number | 139312 |
The Iffley Academy continues to excel as an outstanding school, providing a highly nurturing environment that caters to the individual needs of its pupils, which include those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). Pupils are proud of their school and demonstrate remarkable progress academically, socially, and emotionally. The school’s curriculum is carefully designed to be aspirational and personalized, ensuring that all students, including disadvantaged pupils, achieve at high levels from their various starting points. With exceptional support systems in place, such as 'mend it' conversations and life skills training, pupils not only thrive academically but also grow into independent individuals prepared for adult life.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 179 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 68.16%
Girls: 31.84% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 46% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 6.1% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 2 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 3 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 4 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 5 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 6 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 7 | 18 | 12 | 30 |
| 8 | 19 | 7 | 26 |
| 9 | 24 | 9 | 33 |
| 10 | 17 | 12 | 29 |
| 11 | 25 | 7 | 32 |
| 12 | 6 | 5 | 11 |
| 13 | 13 | 5 | 18 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 73.2% |
| White, Other | 4.5% |
| Pakistani | 4.5% |
| Unclassified | 2.8% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 2.2% |
| White & Asian | 1.7% |
| Mixed, Other | 1.7% |
| Chinese | 1.1% |
| White & Black (African) | 1.1% |
| African | 1.1% |
| Asian, Other | 1.1% |
| Indian | 0.6% |
| Caribbean | 0.6% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 02 Jul 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 02 Jul 2024 | School inspection |
| 26 Feb 2019 | Short inspection |
| 10 Dec 2014 | Full inspection: |
| 01 Feb 2013 | Academy conversion letter |
| 24 Nov 2010 | Full inspection: |
| Previously as Iffley Mead School | |
| 24 Nov 2010 | Full inspection: |
| 01 Jul 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 01 Jul 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 06 Dec 2004 | Full inspection |
| 06 Dec 2004 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Highly personalized curriculum tailored to individual needs
- Exceptional care and support for pupils' SEND
- Strong emphasis on personal development and life skills
- High expectations and a culture of achievement
- Excellent reading support and interventions
- Effective careers advice and transition support
- High pupil attendance and positive school atmosphere
- Staff morale is high and workload is considered
Destinations after GCSE's
| Staying in Education | |
| > Further Education | |
| > School Sixth Form | |
| > Sixth Form College | |
| > Other Education | |
| Apprenticeships | |
| Employment | |
| Not in education or employment | |
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