Beacon Hill Academy

A good academy converter school in Dudley. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Beacon Hill Academy.

Dudley, DY31BP Ofsted: Good Age 11-16 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

57

/ 100

Secondary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Secondary schools

Progress 8 score
53.4
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: -0.04
English & Maths grade 4+ %
50.1
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 52.2%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
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
8 May 2024
Previous grade
Requires Improvement
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Leadership & management
Good
Safeguarding
Effective

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

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
High Arcal Drive
Sedgley
Dudley, DY31BP
Phone
1902677754
Website
beaconhillacademy.org.uk

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
137705
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Address
High Arcal Drive, Sedgley, Dudley, DY3 1BP
Website
http://www.beaconhillacademy.org.uk
Age range
11-16
Gender
Mixed
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
DUDLEY ACADEMIES TRUST
Capacity
1210 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
1,068
Free School Meals
40.2% (429 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
3.8% (41 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
88.2%
Needs improvement
Persistent Absence
38.8%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Attainment 8 Scores
Attainment 8:
39.3
Ebacc Attainment 8:
10.8
English Attainment 8:
8.6
Maths Attainment 8:
7.5
Open Subjects Attainment 8:
12.4
EBacc Subject Performance
Ebacc Attainment 8:
10.8
Ebacc English:
97.6%
Ebacc Entry:
2.9%
Ebacc Humanities:
84.4%
Ebacc Languages:
8.3%
Ebacc Maths:
99.0%
Ebacc Sciences:
96.6%
Progress Measures
Progress 8:
-0.04
Progress 8 Range:
-0.24 to 0.15

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
30 pupils
Average
Pupils per Year Group
178
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
1,068 pupils
11-16

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Head Teacher's Message

The Principal describes Beacon Hill Academy as on an upward trajectory, emphasising a safe, supportive environment, high expectations and strong progress; highlights investment in IT and facilities, a broad GCSE offer and enrichment opportunities, and a welcoming transition for new learners.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Duke of Edinburgh scheme art engineering dance science

Sports

variety of sports

Facilities

brand new computers and networking new buildings and facilities IT infrastructure

Curriculum Highlights

7 Curriculum Principles Curriculum Maps CareerFit Careers & Progression Programme DIGITAL learning initiatives within the Dudley Academies Trust Broad GCSE offering and enrichment activities

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes

SEND Provision

Provision includes Learning Support Faculty supporting learners with SEN; Learner Support Centre & Personalised Learning Centre offering small-group and tailored interventions; AS Base for pupils with Autistic Spectrum Condition; SENCO leads safeguarding and coordinating SEN support; External agencies and services are engaged to support learners and ensure they can access a GCSE pathway, with personalised learning and social-emotional development.

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