Co-op Academy Southfield
| Type | Special School / Academy special converter |
| Age Range | 11-19 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Haycliffe Lane Bradford West Yorkshire BD5 9ET |
| Phone | 01274779662 |
| Reference Number | 139978 |
Co-op Academy Southfield continues to perform well as a good school, with a focus on providing a positive educational environment for students with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). The leadership team, supported by The Co-Operative Academies Trust, has established a curriculum that is ambitious and tailored to the diverse starting points of its pupils. The school's strong relationships between staff and students create a calm atmosphere conducive to learning, despite some challenges with pupil attendance. Overall, the school is effectively preparing students for their future endeavors through both academic instruction and personal development activities.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 353 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 67.14%
Girls: 32.86% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 50% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 52.4% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 37 | 16 | 53 |
| 8 | 37 | 20 | 57 |
| 9 | 34 | 17 | 51 |
| 10 | 27 | 15 | 42 |
| 11 | 32 | 11 | 43 |
| 12 | 19 | 20 | 39 |
| 13 | 24 | 10 | 34 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Pakistani | 55.2% |
| White, British | 17% |
| White, Other | 6.5% |
| Asian, Other | 4.5% |
| African | 3.1% |
| Indian | 2.8% |
| Mixed, Other | 2.8% |
| White & Asian | 2.5% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.8% |
| Unclassified | 0.6% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 0.3% |
| Caribbean | 0.3% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 08 May 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 08 May 2024 | School inspection |
| 04 Dec 2018 | Short inspection |
| 17 Mar 2015 | Full inspection: |
| 05 Aug 2013 | Academy conversion letter |
| 28 Sep 2011 | Full inspection: |
| Previously as Southfield School | |
| 28 Sep 2011 | Full inspection: |
Strengths
- Strong relationships between staff and pupils contribute to a positive atmosphere.
- High expectations for pupils’ achievements and a broad, ambitious curriculum.
- Effective focus on supporting students with complex SEND needs.
- Pupils receive focused support in the sixth form, preparing them well for post-school transitions.
- Comprehensive program for pupils’ personal development and a wide range of extracurricular activities.
Areas for Improvement
- Implementation of the curriculum varies in some subjects, lacking clarity for teachers.
- Attendance remains too low, impacting student learning experiences.
Destinations after GCSE's
| Staying in Education | |
| > Further Education | |
| > School Sixth Form | |
| > Sixth Form College | |
| > Other Education | |
| Apprenticeships | |
| Employment | |
| Not in education or employment | |
| Unknown |
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