St Luke's Academy
| Type | Special School / Academy special sponsor led |
| Age Range | 11-16 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Cricklade Road St Lukes Academy Swindon Wiltshire SN2 7AS |
| Phone | 01793705566 |
| Reference Number | 145852 |
St Luke’s Academy is performing well overall, achieving a good rating in all inspected areas, including education quality, behavior, personal development, and leadership. The school has effectively transformed its environment over the last two years, fostering a calmer atmosphere that has positively impacted student learning and engagement. Pupils feel safe, valued, and supported, with a well-structured approach to personal development and career guidance enhancing their overall school experience. The leadership team has successfully implemented a new, ambitious curriculum that meets the needs of its pupils with social, emotional, and mental health needs. The school's strong community focus and collaborative staff culture contribute to a positive atmosphere for both pupils and staff. However, there are areas in the curriculum, particularly in science, that require further detail and planning to ensure all pupils progress effectively in their learning journey.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 83 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 87.95%
Girls: 12.05% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 66.3% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 4.8% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 12 | 2 | 14 |
| 8 | 12 | 1 | 13 |
| 9 | 16 | 4 | 20 |
| 10 | 16 | 2 | 18 |
| 11 | 17 | 1 | 18 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 90.4% |
| White, Other | 4.8% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 2.4% |
| Unclassified | 1.2% |
| Mixed, Other | 1.2% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| Last Report Date | 06 Jul 2022 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 06 Jul 2022 | School inspection: |
Strengths
- Pupils enjoy attending and feel safe at the school.
- The school environment has improved significantly over the last two years.
- Strong staff-pupil relationships contribute to a supportive atmosphere.
- Ambitious and well-structured curriculum in place.
- Effective behavior management strategies lead to rare incidents of poor behavior.
- Comprehensive personal development curriculum is in place.
- Strong community engagement and positive reputation among families.
Areas for Improvement
- Curriculum planning in science lacks sufficient clarity for effective learning progression.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| 2.6 |
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) | 0% |
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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