Great Western Academy
| Type | Secondary / Free schools |
| Age Range | 11-18 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | William Morris Way Tadpole Garden Village Swindon SN25 2PP |
| Phone | 01793209700 |
| Reference Number | 145883 |
Great Western Academy has demonstrated a strong performance since its establishment, achieving a 'Good' rating across all inspected areas, including the quality of education, behaviour, and leadership. The school is committed to providing a comprehensive educational experience, with a broad curriculum and numerous extracurricular opportunities that promote both academic and personal development. The positive relationships between staff and students contribute to a respectful and engaged school community, with pupils actively participating in school governance and enrichment activities. Despite its successes, the academy does face some challenges. Certain assessments in the curriculum are deemed unnecessary, and the careers program requires enhancement to ensure younger pupils receive adequate information about future options. Overall, while the school is on a positive trajectory and has strong leadership, addressing these specific areas will be crucial for further improvement as it continues to grow and serve its students effectively.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 1025 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 50.83%
Girls: 49.17% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 15.7% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 11.2% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 19.3 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 91 | 89 | 180 |
| 8 | 110 | 65 | 175 |
| 9 | 86 | 72 | 158 |
| 10 | 80 | 74 | 154 |
| 11 | 67 | 90 | 157 |
| 12 | 49 | 65 | 114 |
| 13 | 38 | 49 | 87 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 70.5% |
| White, Other | 8.8% |
| African | 4.6% |
| Unclassified | 3.2% |
| Indian | 2% |
| Mixed, Other | 1.7% |
| White & Black (African) | 1.6% |
| Asian, Other | 1.4% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 1.2% |
| White & Asian | 0.9% |
| Pakistani | 0.6% |
| Chinese | 0.5% |
| Caribbean | 0.4% |
| Irish | 0.2% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Sixth Form Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 10 Jan 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 10 Jan 2023 | School inspection: |
Strengths
- Strong leadership and management contribute to a positive school culture.
- Ambitious and well-sequenced curriculum supports effective learning.
- Broad enrichment program includes various clubs and activities.
- High expectations from staff lead to focused student learning.
- Positive relationships between staff and pupils foster engagement.
Areas for Improvement
- Some assessments in the curriculum are unnecessary or not useful.
- The careers program lacks comprehensiveness for younger 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) |
|---|---|---|
| 45.5 |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 41.3% | ||
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 60% |
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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| Points | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Points | 31.55 | ||
| Average Points (best 3) | 33.33 |
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 | 12.3% |
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 206 | 6 |
| Third Preference | 119 | 3 |
| From another Local Authority | 5 | 1 |
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