The Academy at Shotton Hall

A outstanding academy converter school in County Durham. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for The Academy at Shotton Hall.

Peterlee, SR81AU Ofsted: Outstanding Age 11-16 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

73

/ 100

Secondary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Secondary schools

Progress 8 score
67.1
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 0.58
English & Maths grade 4+ %
63.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 76.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
100.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
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
9 July 2024
Previous grade
Outstanding
Quality of education
Outstanding
Behaviour & attitudes
Outstanding
Personal development
Outstanding
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
Passfield Way
Peterlee, SR81AU
Phone
1915180222
Website
shottonhallacademy.co.uk

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
136451
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Address
Passfield Way, Peterlee, SR8 1AU
Website
www.shottonhallacademy.co.uk
Age range
11-16
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
NORTH EAST LEARNING TRUST
Capacity
1,150 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
1,170
Free School Meals
29.4% (344 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
0.5% (6 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
91.0%
Good
Persistent Absence
26.2%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Key Performance Indicators

English & Maths Grade 5+:
76.0 (+24.0 vs average)
EBacc Entry:
34.4 (+15.0 vs average)
Attainment 8:
51.7 (+12.2 vs average)
Progress 8:
0.58 (+0.8 vs average)

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
32 pupils
Average
Pupils per Year Group
195
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
1,170 pupils
11-16

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Achievement through Partnership"

Pursuit of excellence Broad education to enable every young person to achieve their full potential Calm, purposeful atmosphere where young people are cared for and able to learn with confidence Healthy, happy, disciplined and supportive environment which promotes an independent work ethic and a love of learning Respect for individuality and difference so that all will feel secure and equally valued Nurturing a sense of social responsibility and spiritual and personal development Fostering integrity, confidence, resilience, creativity, good manners and sensitivity to the needs of others Courageous and caring, resilient and determined as they strive for excellence, an active and well-rounded citizen with deep integrity and respect for others

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Duke of Edinburgh

Facilities

state-of-the-art equipment and facilities

Curriculum Highlights

Art, craft and design Citizenship Computer science Dance Design and Technology/ Engineering Design Drama English Food technology/ Hospitality and Catering Geography Health and social care History iMedia (ICT) Maths Media studies Modern foreign languages Music Philosophy for learning Physical Education - GCSE PE Physical Education - core PE Religious studies RSHE & PSHE Science

Admissions Criteria

The admissions process is administered by the North East Learning Trust; The published admission number for Year 7 entry in September 2023 is 230.

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