Bronte Girls' Academy
| Type | Secondary / Free schools |
| Age Range | 11-16 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Bolling Road East Bowling Bradford BD4 7EB |
| Phone | 01274044055 |
| Reference Number | 147067 |
Bronte Girls’ Academy has demonstrated a good overall performance in its first inspection, marked by notable strengths in the quality of education, behavior, and leadership. The school's adherence to high expectations allows students to engage deeply with their learning, developing strong knowledge and skills across the curriculum. Students are well-prepared for future educational paths and exhibit exemplary behavior, contributing positively to the school community. The supportive leadership team is responsive to staff needs and emphasizes both academic and personal development, promoting a strong sense of character among pupils.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 714 |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 36.4% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 60.2% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 25.2 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | Unknown | 148 | 148 |
| 8 | Unknown | 118 | 118 |
| 9 | Unknown | 149 | 149 |
| 10 | Unknown | 149 | 149 |
| 11 | Unknown | 150 | 150 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Pakistani | 77% |
| African | 2.8% |
| Mixed, Other | 2.7% |
| White, Other | 2.2% |
| Indian | 2.1% |
| White & Asian | 2% |
| Unclassified | 1.7% |
| Asian, Other | 0.8% |
| White, British | 0.4% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 0.3% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.1% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Outstanding |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Outstanding |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 23 Jan 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 23 Jan 2024 | School inspection: |
Strengths
- Outstanding quality of education delivered across the curriculum.
- Exemplary pupil behavior and strong relationships within the school community.
- Effective support for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- Strong pastoral systems that enhance pupils' well-being.
- Ambitious curriculum designed to build on prior knowledge.
- Highly effective training and support for staff.
Areas for Improvement
- Some pupils do not access a range of opportunities and experiences as rich as their peers.
- Inconsistencies in how effectively personal development supports all pupils’ talents and interests.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| 48.9 |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 45.9% | ||
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 62.8% |
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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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 141 | 36 |
| Third Preference | 90 | 14 |
| From another Local Authority | 2 | 0 |
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