Watling Academy
| Type | Secondary / Free schools |
| Age Range | 11-18 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Barrosa Way Milton Keynes MK8 1EP |
| Phone | 01908794094 |
| Reference Number | 147860 |
Watling Academy has shown exceptional performance in its first inspection, achieving an overall effectiveness rating of 'Outstanding'. The school demonstrates a strong commitment to inclusivity, providing an environment where pupils from diverse backgrounds feel valued and can thrive academically. High expectations from the leadership team ensure that pupils, including those with special educational needs, achieve well. Behaviour and attitudes towards learning are exemplary, with pupils expressing pride in their school and feeling safe and supported.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 1500 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 51.4%
Girls: 48.6% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 22.7% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 25.3% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 26.9 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 159 | 142 | 301 |
| 8 | 182 | 177 | 359 |
| 9 | 183 | 176 | 359 |
| 10 | 144 | 153 | 297 |
| 11 | 103 | 81 | 184 |
| 12 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 13 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 41.7% |
| Indian | 9.5% |
| African | 9.3% |
| White, Other | 9.2% |
| Pakistani | 7.6% |
| Asian, Other | 4.7% |
| Mixed, Other | 4% |
| White & Asian | 2.6% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 2.1% |
| Chinese | 1.9% |
| White & Black (African) | 1.6% |
| Caribbean | 1.1% |
| Unclassified | 0.5% |
| Irish | 0.3% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| > Quality of education | Outstanding |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Outstanding |
| > Personal Development | Outstanding |
| > Leadership & Management | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 16 May 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 16 May 2023 | School inspection: |
Strengths
- Exceptional leadership with high aspirations for all pupils
- Inclusive environment that values diversity
- Strong curriculum that effectively supports learning
- High standards of behaviour and excellent pupil attitudes
- Effective support and adaptations for pupils with SEND
- Positive relationships between staff and pupils
- Well-structured careers education program
- High levels of parental support and engagement
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) |
|---|---|---|
| 50.4 |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 55.2% | ||
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 68.5% |
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 | 297 | 25 |
| Third Preference | 230 | 18 |
| From another Local Authority | 52 | 4 |
Previous Years
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Unlock| Name | Distance |
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Watling Primary School
Simmental Way, Whitehouse, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK8 1GB |
0.18 miles |
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Whitehouse Primary School
Vaynol Way, Whitehouse, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK8 1AG |
0.35 miles |
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Fairfields Primary School
Apollo Avenue, Fairfields, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK11 4BA |
0.63 miles |
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Ashbrook School
The High Street, Two Mile Ash, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK8 8NA |
0.86 miles |
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Two Mile Ash School
The High Street, Two Mile Ash, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK8 8LH |
1.01 miles |
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Christ the Sower Ecumenical Primary School
Singleton Drive, Grange Farm, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK8 0PZ |
1.07 miles |
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Holmwood School
Kensington Drive, Great Holm, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK8 9AB |
1.08 miles |
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Greenleys First School
Ardwell Lane, Greenleys, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK12 6AT |
1.45 miles |
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Loughton Manor First School
Paynes Drive, Loughton, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK5 8FA |
1.46 miles |
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St Mary Magdalene Catholic Primary School
Ardwell Lane, Greenleys, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK12 6AY |
1.47 miles |
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Greenleys Junior School
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1.53 miles |
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Loughton School
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1.62 miles |
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1.88 miles |
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1.91 miles |
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2.01 miles |
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3.1 miles |
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