Dixons Allerton Academy

A requires improvement academy sponsor led school in Bradford. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Dixons Allerton Academy.

Bradford, BD80DH Ofsted: Requires Improvement Age 3-19 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

50

/ 100

All-through weighted harmonic mean of 5 indicators

Indicators used for All-through schools

Progress 8 score
49.4
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 25.0%
Raw: -0.22
English & Maths grade 4+ %
56.1
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 63.2%
KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
44.2
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 52.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
51.7
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 15.0%
Raw: 8.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
50.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: Requires Improvement

How we weight each phase

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Requires Improvement
Overall effectiveness
Requires Improvement
Last inspected
8 May 2024
Previous grade
Good
Quality of education
Requires Improvement
Behaviour & attitudes
Requires Improvement
Personal development
Requires Improvement
Leadership & management
Requires Improvement
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Rhodesway
Bradford, BD80DH
Phone
1274089890
Website
dixonsaa.com

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
135866
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
All-through
Address
Rhodesway, Bradford, BD8 0DH
Website
http://www.dixonsaa.com
Age range
3-19
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
DIXONS ACADEMIES TRUST
Capacity
1885 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
Yes
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
1,864
Free School Meals
34.2% (637 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
2.0% (37 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
87.9%
Needs improvement
Persistent Absence
41.9%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Real Success Rates

What happens to students after they leave this school

Continue Education
65.0%
University, college, or sixth form
Enter Employment
9.0%
Full or part-time jobs
Start Apprenticeships
4.0%
Learning while earning
Not in Education or Work
16.0%
NEET - needs support

Sixth Form University Progression

Where sixth form students go after graduation

University Progression
60%
Quality: Good
Sixth Form Size
141 students
Per cohort
Apprenticeships
4.0%

Key Performance Indicators

English & Maths Grade 5+:
63.2 (+11.2 vs average)

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
55 pupils
Large Classes
Pupils per Year Group
110
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
1,864 pupils
3-19

Subjects This School Excels At

Subjects where students perform significantly above national average

Social Science (VRQ Level 3)
★★★★★
(6 students)
Sociology (GCE A level)
★★★★ ★
(11 students)
Chemistry (GCE A level)
★★★★ ★
(10 students)
Biology (GCE A level)
★★★ ★★
(11 students)
Social Science (VRQ Level 3)
★★★ ★★
(25 students)

Strong performance in 5 subjects

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

Happiness Industry Responsibility

Multi-faith, multicultural school. The academy promotes British values including Democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty, mutual respect and tolerance.

Head Teacher's Message

The head teacher states the academy aims to improve student achievement, develop character and raise aspirations through outstanding daily practices, with high expectations and strong collaboration with families and students.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Breakfast club (primary) 8:00–8:30 After-school clubs (primary, sign up termly; available to all year groups)

Sports

Sport

Curriculum Highlights

Reading at the heart Creative curriculum Outdoor learning Parents as partners Family dining

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

Breakfast club 8:00–8:30 (primary); after-school clubs available for primary and other year groups; clubs are currently free of charge for all primary children.

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