Workington Academy
| Type | Secondary / Academy sponsor led |
| Age Range | 11-18 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Stainburn Road Stainburn Workington Cumbria CA14 4EB |
| Phone | 01900873926 |
| Reference Number | 141499 |
Workington Academy has shown significant improvements since its previous inspection, moving from a requires improvement grade to good across all domains. The school fosters a positive learning environment where pupils are proud to attend, demonstrating high levels of respect and commitment to their education. Leaders have implemented a well-thought-out curriculum that caters to a diverse range of pupils, including those with special educational needs and disabilities, ensuring that all students achieve well academically and personally. However, there are ongoing challenges in the assessment systems for Years 8 and 9, which can hinder teachers' ability to promptly address misconceptions.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 1266 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 49.13%
Girls: 50.87% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 30.9% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 1.8% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 20.9 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 108 | 120 | 228 |
| 8 | 132 | 109 | 241 |
| 9 | 131 | 127 | 258 |
| 10 | 104 | 118 | 222 |
| 11 | 87 | 90 | 177 |
| 12 | 31 | 38 | 69 |
| 13 | 29 | 42 | 71 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 96.2% |
| White, Other | 1.3% |
| Mixed, Other | 0.5% |
| White & Asian | 0.3% |
| African | 0.3% |
| Irish | 0.3% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 0.2% |
| Pakistani | 0.2% |
| Indian | 0.1% |
| Unclassified | 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 | 29 Mar 2022 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 29 Mar 2022 | School inspection: |
| 10 Mar 2020 | School inspection: |
| 22 May 2018 | Full inspection: |
| 24 May 2016 | Monitoring visit |
Strengths
- High expectations for pupil behaviour and commitment to upholding standards
- Well-designed and ambitious curriculum across all subject areas
- Strong subject knowledge among teachers aiding rich learning experiences
- Effective support for mental health and well-being of pupils
- Positive relationships between pupils and staff fostering a conducive learning environment
- Prioritisation of reading and support for younger pupils to catch up quickly
- Strong emphasis on pupils' personal development and preparation for life in modern Britain
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistent assessment quality in Years 8 and 9 hindering identification of misconceptions
- Early stages of implementing reading curriculum leading to ongoing difficulties for some older pupils
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) |
|---|---|---|
| 40.5 |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 33.5% | ||
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 51.1% |
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 | 30.07 | ||
| Average Points (best 3) | 33.65 |
Grades
| School | Local | Nationwide | |
| Average Grade | C | C | C+ |
| Average Grade (best 3) | C+ | C+ | C+ |
| Percentage | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students getting AAB or better | 14.3% |
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 69 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 37 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 1 | 0 |
Previous Years
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Victoria Junior School
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