The Kings of Wessex Academy

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Cheddar, BS273AQ Ofsted: Good Age 13-18 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

59

/ 100

Secondary with Sixth Form weighted harmonic mean of 5 indicators

Indicators used for Secondary with Sixth Form schools

Progress 8 score
61.8
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 0.34
English & Maths grade 4+ %
61.5
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 73.2%
Continue in education or training
43.6
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 50.0%
Sustained employment
64.7
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 32.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: Good

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

Good
Overall effectiveness
Good
Last inspected
5 March 2015
Previous grade
Outstanding
Quality of education
9
Behaviour & attitudes
9
Personal development
9
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
9

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

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Station Road
Cheddar, BS273AQ
Phone
1934742608
Website
kowessex.co.uk/

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
136783
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary with Sixth Form
Address
Station Road, Cheddar, BS27 3AQ
Website
http://www.kowessex.co.uk/
Age range
13-18
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Church of England
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
WESSEX LEARNING TRUST
Capacity
1,194 pupils
Setting
Larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city
Diocese
Diocese of Bath and Wells
Sixth Form
Yes
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
1,045
Free School Meals
11.8% (123 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
0.2% (2 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
91.1%
Good
Persistent Absence
25.3%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Real Success Rates

What happens to students after they leave this school

Continue Education
50.0%
University, college, or sixth form
Enter Employment
32.0%
Full or part-time jobs
Start Apprenticeships
7.0%
Learning while earning
Not in Education or Work
7.0%
NEET - needs support

Sixth Form University Progression

Where sixth form students go after graduation

University Progression
48%
Quality: Average
Sixth Form Size
107 students
Per cohort
Apprenticeships
7.0%

Key Performance Indicators

English & Maths Grade 5+:
73.2 (+21.2 vs average)
Attainment 8:
49.7 (+10.2 vs average)
Progress 8:
0.34 (+0.5 vs average)

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
87 pupils
Large Classes
Pupils per Year Group
174
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
1,045 pupils
13-18

Subjects This School Excels At

Subjects where students perform significantly above national average

Art & Design (Photography) (GCE A level)
★★★★ ★
(18 students)
Psychology (GCE A level)
★★★ ★★
(24 students)
Mathematics (GCE A level)
★★★ ★★
(16 students)
Business Studies (BTEC National Diploma L3 - Band J - PP-D*D*)
★★★ ★★
(6 students)
Chemistry (GCE A level)
★★★ ★★
(8 students)

Strong performance in 5 subjects

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Believe and Succeed!"

Positivity Respect Integrity Democracy Equality

Church of England school with a Christian ethos; daily acts of worship; worship led by the Chaplain and local clergy; visits to St Andrew’s Church for worship at key points; Kings Core Values (PRIDE) embedded in school life.

Head Teacher's Message

Kings Academy is described as a top-performing secondary school (13–18) with consistently strong exam results, high expectations for all students, emphasis on attendance and behaviour, and a commitment to supporting every child to believe they can succeed. The school aims to provide a broad, balanced curriculum with strong pastoral care and opportunities beyond the classroom.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Debating Public speaking Enterprise competitions Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Dance Art Music Photography Textiles

Facilities

beautiful grounds excellent facilities

Curriculum Highlights

Core Curriculum (Years 9–11): English Language and Literature, Maths, Science, Religion, Philosophy and Ethics, PSHE, and Physical Education Extended Curriculum Project (ECP) in Year 9 with six projects across subjects (Drama, Music, Art, Textiles, Design Technology, Food Technology, Computer Science, Modern Foreign Languages) and certificates awarded GCSEs and VTQs (including BTEC) with typically ten Level 2 qualifications and guided subject pathways; potential separate Science GCSEs or Further Maths; English and Maths booster support SEND support with differentiation, LSAs, and small group sessions (ELP) and booster programmes Sixth Form courses including Level 3 in Applied Law, Criminology, and Digital Media; Work Skills BTEC; continuing GCSE English and Maths; enrichment opportunities; UCAS and apprenticeship guidance I Curriculum: Christian ethos, tutor time activities, employability skill development and career knowledge; compulsory Religious Education; worship; PRIDE values; Extended Friday Tutor Time; Unicef Rights Respecting ambitions; work experience for all students Extra-Curricular and literacy focus including sports, arts, clubs, and the Kings Sports Academy; Expressive Arts (Dance, Art, Music, Photography, Textiles) and activities like debating and public speaking

SEND Provision

SEND provision includes Enhanced Learning Provision (ELP) in Year 9; English and Maths Booster Programme; Learning Support Assistants; a designated Learning Support Team; and progress reviews.

Financial Information

Bursaries: Available

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