Winifred Holtby Academy
| Type | Secondary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 11-16 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Midmere Avenue Leads Road Bransholme Hull HU7 4PW |
| Phone | 01482826207 |
| Reference Number | 139629 |
Winifred Holtby Academy has shown a notable improvement since its last inspection, advancing from requires improvement to a good overall rating. The school prioritizes the well-being and education of its students, fostering strong relationships between staff and pupils. High expectations and a supportive environment contribute significantly to positive pupil experiences, while a broad and well-considered curriculum enables students to achieve well across various subjects. However, challenges remain, particularly concerning attendance, especially among pupils with special educational needs and those receiving pupil premium funding.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 1320 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 51.29%
Girls: 48.71% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 44.5% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 3.4% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 22.3 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 136 | 136 | 272 |
| 8 | 139 | 139 | 278 |
| 9 | 137 | 147 | 284 |
| 10 | 124 | 121 | 245 |
| 11 | 141 | 100 | 241 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 92.3% |
| White, Other | 2.3% |
| Unclassified | 1.9% |
| Mixed, Other | 1% |
| African | 0.7% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.5% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 0.2% |
| White & Asian | 0.2% |
| Indian | 0.1% |
| Irish | 0.1% |
| Caribbean | 0.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.1% |
| Asian, Other | 0.1% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| Last Report Date | 27 Jun 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 27 Jun 2023 | School inspection: |
| 24 Sep 2021 | Monitoring visit |
| 25 Feb 2021 | Monitoring visit |
| 01 Dec 2020 | Monitoring visit |
| 09 Jul 2019 | Full inspection: |
| 07 Dec 2017 | Monitoring visit |
| 28 Mar 2017 | Full inspection: |
| 01 Jul 2015 | Monitoring visit |
| 24 Mar 2015 | Full inspection: |
| 09 May 2013 | Academy conversion letter |
| 05 Dec 2012 | Monitoring visit |
| Previously as Winifred Holtby School Technology College | |
| 05 Dec 2012 | Monitoring visit |
| 03 Oct 2012 | Full inspection: |
| 03 Oct 2012 | Full inspection: |
| 27 Sep 2011 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 27 Sep 2011 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 06 Apr 2011 | Full inspection: |
| 06 Apr 2011 | Full inspection: |
| 04 Nov 2009 | Monitoring visit |
| 04 Nov 2009 | Monitoring visit |
| 18 Jun 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 18 Jun 2008 | Full inspection: |
| 23 Jan 2008 | Monitoring visit |
| 23 Jan 2008 | Monitoring visit |
| 16 May 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 16 May 2007 | Full inspection: |
| 12 Dec 2005 | Monitoring visit |
| 12 Dec 2005 | Monitoring visit |
| 11 Apr 2005 | Full inspection |
| 11 Apr 2005 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Strong relationships between staff and pupils
- High expectations for pupil behavior and achievement
- Broad and well-structured curriculum that meets pupils' needs
- Effective support for special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND)
- Varied enrichment opportunities for personal development
- Clear and consistent approach to assessment
Areas for Improvement
- Low attendance rates, particularly for SEND and pupil premium pupils
- Lack of precise oversight in some areas, such as alternative provision
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) |
|---|---|---|
| 36.4 |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 29% | ||
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 39.4% |
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 | 200 | 16 |
| Third Preference | 91 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 1 | 0 |
Previous Years
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0.12 miles |
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0.69 miles |
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1.05 miles |
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1.05 miles |
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