Scientia Academy
| Type | Primary / Academy sponsor led |
| Age Range | 3-11 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Mona Road Burton-upon-Trent DE13 0UF |
| Phone | 01283248100 |
| Reference Number | 139602 |
Scientia Academy is a welcoming and inclusive school that maintains high standards of education, as evidenced by its effective action since the previous inspection. Pupils feel safe and are engaged in their learning, showcasing positive behaviours and a strong sense of community. The school's well-structured curriculum, particularly in early reading and literacy, has addressed prior weaknesses, helping students to improve in key areas such as spelling, punctuation, and grammar. Parents appreciate the support provided and the diverse opportunities available for their children.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 453 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 52.1%
Girls: 47.9% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 23.3% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 41.9% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 29.5 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 29.7 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 29.9 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 33 | 26 | 59 |
| 2 | 31 | 29 | 60 |
| 3 | 34 | 27 | 61 |
| 4 | 24 | 33 | 57 |
| 5 | 29 | 31 | 60 |
| 6 | 36 | 24 | 60 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 32.5% |
| Pakistani | 32% |
| White, Other | 9.7% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 4.2% |
| Asian, Other | 4.2% |
| Indian | 4% |
| White & Asian | 3.5% |
| Mixed, Other | 3.3% |
| African | 0.9% |
| Unclassified | 0.2% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.2% |
| Caribbean | 0.2% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 20 May 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 20 May 2025 | School inspection |
| 02 May 2019 | Short inspection |
| 17 Jun 2015 | Full inspection: |
Strengths
- High expectations for achievement and behaviour
- Well-planned and ambitious curriculum
- Effective phonics curriculum prioritizing early reading
- Strong pastoral support and opportunities for pupil engagement
- Pupils demonstrate kindness, respect, and responsibility
- Positive parent and carer feedback on school support
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistencies in following individual support plans for some pupils
- Attendance strategies insufficient for some disadvantaged and SEND pupils
How many students meet the standards
| Reading, Writing & Maths | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 48% | ||
| Pupils meeting a higher standard | 7% |
Average Scaled Score
Results are converted into scaled scores to allow accurate comparisons of performance over time even if the difficulty of the test varies over time. Scaled scores range from 80 to 120.
| Subject | School | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | 102 | ||
| Maths | 102 |
Progress Scores
A progress score is a way to measure how well a student progressed in comparison to other students of a similar starting ability. A score of zero means would mean that a student made the same progress as others that had a similar starting a ability. A positive score would mean that the student made more progress than other students of similar starting ability. The scores below are for the whole school so is the average progress score across all students.
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | -1.5 | ||
| Writing | -2.2 | ||
| Maths | -2.1 |
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 21 | 3 |
| Third Preference | 23 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 1 | 1 |
Previous Years
Sample
Unlock| Name | Distance |
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Horninglow Primary School
Horninglow Road North, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE13 0SW |
0.39 miles |
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Grange School
Shobnall Close, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE14 2HU |
0.48 miles |
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Samuel Allsopp Primary and Nursery School
Victoria Road, Burton-upon-Trent, Staffordshire, DE14 2LU |
0.63 miles |
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Lansdowne Infant Academy
Goodman Street, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE14 2RE |
0.7 miles |
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Eton Park Junior Academy
Masefield Cresent, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE14 2SG |
0.73 miles |
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Burton Fields School
Outwoods Street, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE14 2PJ |
0.76 miles |
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Outwoods Primary School
Harehedge Lane, Horninglow, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE13 0AS |
0.84 miles |
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Shobnall Primary & Nursery School
Shobnall Road, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE14 2BB |
0.86 miles |
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St Modwen's Catholic Primary School
Tutbury Road, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE13 0AJ |
1 miles |
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The Fountains Primary School
Bitham Lane, Stretton, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE13 0HB |
1.01 miles |
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Holy Trinity CofE (C) Primary School
Wetmore Road, Holy Trinity Ce (C) Primary School, Burton-upon-Trent, Staffordshire, DE14 1SN |
1.14 miles |
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Christ Church Primary School
Dale Street, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE14 3TE |
1.23 miles |
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Lift Anglesey
Clarence Street, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE14 3LG |
1.38 miles |
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The Mosley Academy
Main Road, Anslow, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE13 9QD |
1.63 miles |
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Henhurst Ridge Primary Academy
Henhurst Ridge, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE13 9TQ |
1.65 miles |
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Holy Rosary Catholic Voluntary Academy
Alexandra Road, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE15 0JE |
1.7 miles |
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William Shrewsbury Primary School
Church Road, Stretton, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE13 0HE |
1.79 miles |
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John of Rolleston Primary School
Chapel Lane, Rolleston-on-Dove, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE13 9AG |
1.9 miles |
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Branston Locks Primary and Nursery School
Shire Way, Branston, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE13 9WU |
2.09 miles |
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Tower View Primary School
Vancouver Drive, Winshill, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE15 0EZ |
2.25 miles |
| Name | Distance |
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The de Ferrers Academy
St Mary's Drive, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE13 0LL |
0.85 miles |
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The Fountains High School
Bitham Lane, Stretton, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE13 0HB |
1.01 miles |
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Burton and South Derbyshire College
Lichfield Street, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE14 3RL |
1.52 miles |
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Abbot Beyne School
Linnell Building, Osborne Street, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE15 0JL |
1.63 miles |
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Bladon House School
Newton Solney, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE15 0TA |
1.93 miles |
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Paget High School
Burton Road, Branston, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE14 3DR |
2.23 miles |
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John Taylor Free School
Branston Road, Tatenhill, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE13 9SA |
2.41 miles |
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Paulet High School
Violet Way, Stapenhill, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE15 9RT |
2.43 miles |
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Blessed Robert Sutton Catholic Voluntary Academy
Bluestone Lane, Stapenhill, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE15 9SD |
2.65 miles |
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The Bayleaf Hub
Doveside, Burton Road, Egginton, Derby, DE65 6GZ |
3.21 miles |
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Longdon Park School
Park Hill, Hilton Road, Egginton, Derbyshire, DE65 6GU |
3.45 miles |
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Mercia Academy
Sunnyside, Newhall, Swadlincote, Derbyshire, DE11 0TL |
3.71 miles |
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Wellbrook School
Station Road, Hatton, Derby, Derbyshire, DE65 5EH |
3.72 miles |
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Repton School
Repton, Derby, DE65 6FH |
4.37 miles |
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The Pingle Academy
Coronation Street, Swadlincote, Derbyshire, DE11 0QA |
4.49 miles |
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John Taylor High School
Dunstall Road, Barton-under-Needwood, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE13 8AZ |
4.75 miles |
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Pegasus School
Main Street, Cauldwell, Swadlincote, Derbyshire, DE12 6RS |
4.76 miles |
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John Port Spencer Academy
Main Street, Etwall, Derby, Derbyshire, DE65 6LU |
4.91 miles |