Lancaster Academy
| Type | Secondary / Academy sponsor led |
| Age Range | 11-16 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Knighton Lane East Leicester Leicestershire LE2 6FU |
| Phone | 01162703176 |
| Reference Number | 143857 |
Lancaster Academy has shown commendable progress since its last inspection, now rated as good overall. The school provides a supportive and inclusive environment for a diverse student body, many of whom face significant challenges. It emphasizes respect and community, fostering positive relationships between staff and students. With a commitment to high expectations for behavior and a broad curriculum, students are equipped for their future educational paths. Despite these strengths, there are areas requiring improvement, particularly in the consistent implementation of the curriculum and attendance rates, which affect student learning and outcomes.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 962 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 66.94%
Girls: 33.06% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 37.6% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 52% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 25.5 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 104 | 40 | 144 |
| 8 | 88 | 41 | 129 |
| 9 | 135 | 78 | 213 |
| 10 | 156 | 75 | 231 |
| 11 | 161 | 84 | 245 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 19.6% |
| African | 18.8% |
| Indian | 17.2% |
| White, Other | 11.1% |
| Asian, Other | 5.2% |
| Unclassified | 3.7% |
| Pakistani | 3.6% |
| White & Black (African) | 3% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 2.9% |
| White & Asian | 2.8% |
| Mixed, Other | 1.9% |
| Caribbean | 0.9% |
| Chinese | 0.3% |
| Irish | 0.1% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| Last Report Date | 27 Feb 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 27 Feb 2024 | School inspection: |
| 04 Feb 2020 | School inspection: |
Strengths
- Welcoming and inclusive school environment.
- Strong emphasis on respect and community among pupils.
- High expectations for pupil behavior.
- Ambitious and broad curriculum preparing students for future education.
- Effective support for pupils with SEND.
- Strong commitment to personal development and career readiness.
- Encouragement of extra-curricular activities and leadership opportunities.
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistent implementation of the curriculum in some subjects.
- Some teachers move on too quickly without addressing gaps in knowledge.
- Attendance issues, particularly among SEND and disadvantaged 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) |
|---|---|---|
| 37.5 |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 26.1% | ||
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 39.9% |
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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| Second Preference | 54 | 13 |
| Third Preference | 25 | 2 |
| From another Local Authority | 4 | 1 |
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