Brayton Academy
| Type | Secondary / Academy sponsor led |
| Age Range | 11-16 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Doncaster Road Selby North Yorkshire YO8 9QS |
| Phone | 01757707731 |
| Reference Number | 143138 |
Brayton Academy continues to maintain the high standards established in its previous outstanding inspection. The school provides a supportive environment where pupils feel safe, exhibit strong behaviour, and excel academically. With a strong emphasis on personal development and mental well-being, pupils are equipped with the skills necessary for future success. While the school offers a broad range of subjects, it acknowledges the need to enhance curriculum exposure in computing and religious education, particularly for pupils in key stage 3.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 932 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 53.86%
Girls: 46.14% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 16.5% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 7.5% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 24.5 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 126 | 78 | 204 |
| 8 | 110 | 104 | 214 |
| 9 | 87 | 91 | 178 |
| 10 | 95 | 79 | 174 |
| 11 | 84 | 78 | 162 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 85.3% |
| White, Other | 5.4% |
| Unclassified | 4.2% |
| African | 1% |
| Indian | 0.9% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.8% |
| White & Asian | 0.4% |
| Mixed, Other | 0.4% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 0.2% |
| Chinese | 0.2% |
| Asian, Other | 0.2% |
| Irish | 0.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.1% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 26 Nov 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 26 Nov 2024 | School inspection |
| 12 Jun 2019 | Full inspection: |
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate high levels of confidence, resilience, and respect.
- Staff have high expectations for pupil behaviour and academic achievement.
- The school provides effective pastoral support and promotes physical and mental well-being.
- Strong relationships exist between pupils and staff, fostering a positive learning environment.
- Disadvantaged pupils are well supported in their academic progress and attendance.
Areas for Improvement
- Some pupils in key stage 3 lack exposure to a suitably broad curriculum, particularly in computing and RE.
- Older pupils' knowledge of other faiths and cultures is underdeveloped.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| 53.4 |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 67.7% | ||
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 72% |
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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| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 220 | 29 |
| Third Preference | 53 | 5 |
| From another Local Authority | 8 | 5 |
Previous Years
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| Name | Distance |
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St Mary's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
Baffam Lane, Selby, North Yorkshire, YO8 9AX |
0.24 miles |
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Selby, Longman's Hill Community Primary School
Myrtle Avenue, Brayton, Selby, North Yorkshire, YO8 9BG |
0.35 miles |
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Brayton Church of England Primary School
Brayton Lane, Brayton, Selby, North Yorkshire, YO8 9DZ |
0.47 miles |
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Selby Abbey Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
New Lane, Selby, North Yorkshire, YO8 4QB |
0.79 miles |
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Selby Community Primary School
Flaxley Road, Selby, North Yorkshire, YO8 4DL |
0.8 miles |
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Barwic Parade Community Primary School, Selby
Barwic Parade, Petre Avenue, Selby, North Yorkshire, YO8 8DJ |
1.1 miles |
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Barlby Bridge Community Primary School
Thomas Street, Barlby Road, Selby, York, North Yorkshire, YO8 5AA |
1.15 miles |
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Staynor Hall Primary Academy
Staynor Link, Selby, North Yorkshire, YO8 8GE |
1.18 miles |
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Thorpe Willoughby Community Primary School
Londesborough Grove, Fox Lane, Thorpe Willoughby, Selby, North Yorkshire, YO8 9NX |
1.85 miles |
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Barlby Community Primary School
Hilltop Barlby, Selby, North Yorkshire, YO8 5JQ |
2.27 miles |
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Barlow Church of England Primary School
Park Road, Barlow, Selby, North Yorkshire, YO8 8ES |
2.79 miles |
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Wistow Parochial Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
CHURCH HILL, WISTOW, SELBY, NORTH YORKSHIRE, YO8 3UU |
2.88 miles |
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Hambleton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Gateforth Lane, Hambleton, Selby, North Yorkshire, YO8 9HP |
3.2 miles |
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Chapel Haddlesey Church of England Primary School
Millfield Road, Chapel Haddlesey, Selby, North Yorkshire, YO8 8QF |
3.43 miles |
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Cliffe Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Main Street, Cliffe, Selby, North Yorkshire, YO8 6NN |
3.6 miles |
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Cawood Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
Broad Lane, Cawood, Cawood Ce Primary School, Selby/York, North Yorkshire, YO8 3SQ |
4.26 miles |
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Riccall Community Primary School
Riccall Community Primary School, Riccall, Coppergate, York, North Yorkshire, YO19 6PF |
4.29 miles |
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Camblesforth Community Primary Academy
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4.33 miles |
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Hemingbrough Community Primary School
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4.51 miles |
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Selby High School Specialist School for the Arts and Science
Leeds Road, Selby, North Yorkshire, YO8 4HT |
0.49 miles |
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Barlby High School
York Road, Barlby, Selby, North Yorkshire, YO8 5JP |
2.72 miles |