The Priory Ruskin Academy

A outstanding academy sponsor led school in Lincolnshire. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for The Priory Ruskin Academy.

Grantham, NG318ED Ofsted: Outstanding Age 11-19 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

55

/ 100

Secondary with Sixth Form weighted harmonic mean of 5 indicators

Indicators used for Secondary with Sixth Form schools

Progress 8 score
59.2
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 0.22
English & Maths grade 4+ %
49.2
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 50.6%
Continue in education or training
40.4
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 47.0%
Sustained employment
52.9
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 25.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
100.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: Outstanding

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

Outstanding
Overall effectiveness
Outstanding
Last inspected
7 November 2017
Previous grade
Good
Quality of education
9
Behaviour & attitudes
9
Personal development
9
Leadership & management
Outstanding
Safeguarding
Effective

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

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Rushcliffe Road
Grantham, NG318ED
Phone
1476410410
Website
prioryruskin.co.uk/

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
136194
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary with Sixth Form
Address
Rushcliffe Road, Grantham, NG31 8ED
Website
http://www.prioryruskin.co.uk/
Age range
11-19
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
THE PRIORY FEDERATION OF ACADEMIES
Capacity
1,250 pupils
Setting
Urban: Further from a major town or city
Sixth Form
Yes
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
1,406
Free School Meals
26.8% (377 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
4.1% (58 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
90.4%
Good
Persistent Absence
30.1%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Real Success Rates

What happens to students after they leave this school

Continue Education
47.0%
University, college, or sixth form
Enter Employment
25.0%
Full or part-time jobs
Start Apprenticeships
12.0%
Learning while earning
Not in Education or Work
10.0%
NEET - needs support

Sixth Form University Progression

Where sixth form students go after graduation

University Progression
43%
Quality: Average
Sixth Form Size
122 students
Per cohort
Apprenticeships
12.0%

Key Performance Indicators

Progress 8:
0.22 (+0.4 vs average)

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
78 pupils
Large Classes
Pupils per Year Group
156
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
1,406 pupils
11-19

Subjects This School Excels At

Subjects where students perform significantly above national average

Health Studies (BTEC National Extended Certificate L3 - Band F - P-D*)
★★★★ ★
(8 students)
Applied Sciences (BTEC National Extended Certificate L3 - Band F - P-D*)
★★★★ ★
(8 students)
Sports Studies (BTEC National Diploma L3 - Band J - PP-D*D*)
★★★★ ★
(9 students)
Sociology (GCE A level)
★★★ ★★
(10 students)
Social Science (VRQ Level 3)
★★ ★★★
(19 students)

Strong performance in 5 subjects

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Aim High, Show Respect"

Wisdom Curiosity Generosity Courage Passion

The Priory Ruskin Academy promotes a culturally rich and diverse curriculum; all major religions are studied and respected; the SMSC programme actively promotes democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty, mutual respect and tolerance for those with different faiths and beliefs.

Head Teacher's Message

Welcome from Headteacher Mr B Key emphasizing an inclusive, high-expectations community, Ruskin Respects, a values-led education, and opportunities within a well-resourced, creative environment.

Curriculum Highlights

Duke of Edinburgh (DofE) opportunities CCF opportunities Broad and modern curriculum with a wide range of options alongside core subjects

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