The Springfields Academy
| Type | Special School / Academy special sponsor led |
| Age Range | 4-19 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Curzon Street Calne Wiltshire SN11 0DS |
| Phone | 01249814125 |
| Reference Number | 145198 |
The Springfields Academy has shown strong overall performance since its first inspection, achieving a 'Good' rating across all key domains. This special educational needs (SEND) school effectively understands and meets the diverse needs of its pupils, ensuring positive social and educational outcomes. Pupils feel safe and supported, demonstrating good behaviour and engagement in learning activities. Notably, therapy integration is a key strength that enhances the educational experience, fostering independence and allowing pupils to thrive in their learning environments. However, there are areas identified for improvement, particularly concerning the rigor of the curriculum across some subjects. While some areas reflect clear and structured learning paths, others lack clarity in teaching objectives. Leadership, although effective, tends to be overly optimistic about educational quality, indicating a need for a more critical evaluation of teaching practices. Addressing these points will be essential for further enhancing the quality of education at the school.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 241 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 83.82%
Girls: 16.18% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 51.7% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 2.9% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 6 | 4 | 10 |
| 2 | 13 | 3 | 16 |
| 3 | 9 | Unknown | 9 |
| 4 | 8 | 2 | 10 |
| 5 | 7 | 1 | 8 |
| 6 | 7 | 3 | 10 |
| 7 | 35 | 9 | 44 |
| 8 | 30 | 6 | 36 |
| 9 | 25 | 2 | 27 |
| 10 | 27 | 4 | 31 |
| 11 | 20 | 4 | 24 |
| 12 | 1 | Unknown | 1 |
| 13 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 85.9% |
| White, Other | 2.9% |
| White & Asian | 1.7% |
| Mixed, Other | 1.7% |
| Asian, Other | 1.7% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 1.2% |
| Indian | 0.8% |
| Unclassified | 0.8% |
| African | 0.8% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.4% |
| Caribbean | 0.4% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| Last Report Date | 09 Mar 2022 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 09 Mar 2022 | School inspection: |
| 08 Mar 2022 | Education and residential inspection summary |
Strengths
- Strong understanding of pupils' special educational needs
- Effective integration of therapy into the curriculum
- Pupils demonstrate good behaviour and attendance
- Clear prioritization of reading and phonics support
- Well-managed transition in school provision
- Effective careers programme leading to positive outcomes
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistent implementation of the phonics programme
- Lack of rigor and clarity in some curriculum areas
- Teaching activities not always well chosen for desired outcomes
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) |
|---|---|---|
| 4.1 |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 0% | ||
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 4.2% |
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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| Reading, Writing & Maths | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 0% | ||
| Pupils meeting a higher standard | 0% |
Progress Scores
A progress score is a way to measure how well a student progressed in comparison to other students of a similar starting ability. A score of zero means would mean that a student made the same progress as others that had a similar starting a ability. A positive score would mean that the student made more progress than other students of similar starting ability. The scores below are for the whole school so is the average progress score across all students.
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A progress score is a way to measure how well a student progressed in comparison to other students of a similar starting ability. A score of zero means would mean that a student made the same progress as others that had a similar starting a ability. A positive score would mean that the student made more progress than other students of similar starting ability. The scores below are for the whole school so is the average progress score across all students.
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