The Lea Valley Academy
| Type | Secondary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 11-18 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Bullsmoor Lane Enfield EN3 6TW |
| Phone | 01992763666 |
| Reference Number | 144084 |
The Lea Valley Academy is performing well, achieving a 'Good' rating across all key areas of education, behaviour, personal development, leadership, and sixth-form provision. This marks the first inspection since its conversion to an academy and reflects a positive trajectory since joining the Edmonton Academy Trust. The school fosters an inclusive and respectful environment, encouraging pupils to grow into confident adults and promoting high aspirations for all students, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Noteworthy elements include a broad and ambitious curriculum, effective safeguarding measures, and a commitment to personal development through various enrichment activities.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 848 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 49.06%
Girls: 50.94% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 52.2% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 56.2% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 19.4 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 60 | 70 | 130 |
| 8 | 65 | 70 | 135 |
| 9 | 63 | 47 | 110 |
| 10 | 75 | 71 | 146 |
| 11 | 76 | 70 | 146 |
| 12 | 45 | 65 | 110 |
| 13 | 32 | 39 | 71 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, Other | 31.7% |
| African | 20.5% |
| White, British | 15.8% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 4% |
| Mixed, Other | 4% |
| Caribbean | 3.3% |
| White & Black (African) | 2% |
| Asian, Other | 1.4% |
| Unclassified | 1.1% |
| White & Asian | 0.5% |
| Indian | 0.5% |
| Chinese | 0.4% |
| Irish | 0.2% |
| Pakistani | 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 | 05 Oct 2022 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 05 Oct 2022 | School inspection: |
| 04 May 2018 | Academy conversion letter |
| 26 Apr 2016 | Short inspection |
| Previously as Lea Valley High School | |
| 26 Apr 2016 | Short inspection |
| 16 Jul 2013 | Full inspection: |
| 16 Jul 2013 | Full inspection: |
| 11 Nov 2009 | Full inspection: |
| 11 Nov 2009 | Full inspection: |
| 23 Feb 2009 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 23 Feb 2009 | Curriculum and development visit |
| 22 Nov 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 22 Nov 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 11 Mar 2002 | Full inspection |
| 11 Mar 2002 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate excellent behaviour and respect towards one another.
- Leaders have created an inclusive school culture that celebrates diversity.
- Teachers show commitment and help pupils improve their work effectively.
- The school offers a broad and ambitious curriculum that meets pupils' needs.
- Strong emphasis on personal development with various enrichment programs.
- Effective safeguarding arrangements and a strong culture of safety.
Areas for Improvement
- Some teachers struggle to adapt their teaching effectively to meet all pupils' needs.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| 33.3 |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 20.4% | ||
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 35.9% |
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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Note: Exam results were not published in 2021 and 2022 due to the pandemic.
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| Points | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Points | 25.24 | ||
| Average Points (best 3) | 28.72 |
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 | 0% |
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 55 | 12 |
| Third Preference | 54 | 3 |
| From another Local Authority | 25 | 13 |
Previous Years
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