Freebrough Academy
| Type | Secondary / Academy sponsor led |
| Age Range | 11-16 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Linden Road Saltburn-By-the-Sea TS12 2SJ |
| Phone | 01287676305 |
| Reference Number | 147541 |
Freebrough Academy has demonstrated outstanding overall effectiveness since its first inspection, reflecting significant improvements in educational quality and personal development since joining the Northern Education Trust. The school's leadership has been pivotal in fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment where pupil success and character building are prioritized. Students exhibit an enthusiasm for learning and are well-prepared for future challenges, with effective systems in place to support any who struggle with behavior or learning barriers.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 821 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 53.35%
Girls: 46.65% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 40.7% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 2.7% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 25.5 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 88 | 84 | 172 |
| 8 | 91 | 94 | 185 |
| 9 | 96 | 78 | 174 |
| 10 | 89 | 59 | 148 |
| 11 | 74 | 68 | 142 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 95.2% |
| White, Other | 1.1% |
| White & Asian | 0.9% |
| Unclassified | 0.5% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.5% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 0.4% |
| African | 0.2% |
| Mixed, Other | 0.2% |
| Chinese | 0.1% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| > Quality of education | Outstanding |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Outstanding |
| > Leadership & Management | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 10 Jan 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 10 Jan 2023 | School inspection: |
Strengths
- Exceptional education with a strong focus on academic success and character development.
- High expectations set by leaders and strong relationships among staff and pupils.
- Ambitious and well-structured curriculum with opportunities to revisit knowledge.
- Passionate and skilled staff who adapt lessons effectively to meet pupils' needs.
- Strong culture of reading and provision of additional support for early readers.
- Rich extracurricular offerings and high-quality careers education.
- Effective safeguarding arrangements ensure pupil safety and well-being.
Areas for Improvement
- A small minority of pupils do not meet behavior expectations, leading to some disruptions in learning.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| 46.4 |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 59.9% | ||
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 64.1% |
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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| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 31 | 2 |
| Third Preference | 12 | 1 |
| From another Local Authority | 7 | 2 |
Previous Years
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| Name | Distance |
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St Peter's Church of England Primary School
Marshall Drive, Brotton, Saltburn-by-the-Sea, North Yorkshire, TS12 2UW |
0.14 miles |
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Badger Hill Academy
Marston Road, Kilton Lane, Brotton, Saltburn-by-the-Sea, North Yorkshire, TS12 2XR |
0.58 miles |
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Skelton Primary School
Station Lane, Skelton, Saltburn-by-the-Sea, North Yorkshire, TS12 2LR |
1.05 miles |
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Saltburn Primary School
Marske Mill Lane, Saltburn-by-the-Sea, North Yorkshire, TS12 1HJ |
1.6 miles |
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Whitecliffe Academy
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1.65 miles |
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Handale Primary School
West Park Avenue, Loftus, Saltburn-by-the-Sea, North Yorkshire, TS13 4RL |
2.32 miles |
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Hummersea Primary School
Westfield Way, Loftus, Saltburn-by-the-Sea, North Yorkshire, TS13 4XD |
2.36 miles |
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Lingdale Primary School
Davison Street, Lingdale, Saltburn-by-the-Sea, North Yorkshire, TS12 3DU |
2.39 miles |
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Lockwood Primary School
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2.41 miles |
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Saint Joseph's Catholic Primary School, A Catholic Voluntary Academy
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2.55 miles |
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Errington Primary School
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3.21 miles |
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Westgarth Primary School
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3.52 miles |
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St Bede's Catholic Primary School
Redcar Road, Marske-by-Sea, Redcar, North Yorkshire, TS11 6AE |
3.57 miles |
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New Marske Primary School
Birkdale Road, New Marske, Redcar, North Yorkshire, TS11 8BN |
3.9 miles |
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Wheatlands Primary School
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4.79 miles |
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Chaloner Primary School
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4.8 miles |
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John Emmerson Batty Primary School
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0.12 miles |
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1.56 miles |
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1.74 miles |
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Invested Education
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3.41 miles |
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Outwood Academy Bydales
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3.58 miles |
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Laurence Jackson School
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4.41 miles |
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4.63 miles |