Wigston Academy

A good academy converter school in Leicestershire. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Wigston Academy.

Wigston, LE182DT Ofsted: Good Age 11-16 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

50

/ 100

Secondary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Secondary schools

Progress 8 score
40.4
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: -0.63
English & Maths grade 4+ %
50.3
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 52.5%
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
7 June 2022
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
Station Road
Wigston, LE182DT
Phone
1162881228
Website
wigstonacademy.org

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
137984
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Address
Station Road, Wigston, LE18 2DT
Website
www.wigstonacademy.org
Age range
11-16
Gender
Mixed
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
WIGSTON ACADEMIES TRUST
Capacity
1,560 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
1,328
Free School Meals
23.5% (312 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
3.1% (41 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
91.1%
Good
Persistent Absence
26.1%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
37 pupils
Large Classes
Pupils per Year Group
221
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
1,328 pupils
11-16

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

Democracy The rule of law Individual liberty Tolerance Respect Co-operative values

A balanced approach to religious education which is broadly Christian but respects and encompasses all major world faiths.

Head Teacher's Message

As Headteacher of Wigston Academy, I am proud to lead a welcoming and ambitious learning community. At Wigston Academy we are committed to delivering the highest standards of education, raising aspirations, and ensuring every student has access to first-class teaching, a rich curriculum, and diverse extracurricular opportunities.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Show Orchestra Sixth Form Vocal Group KS3 Drama Club Show Rehearsal Show Choreography Street Dance Club Girls Rugby Multi-Sports Football Boys Football Netball Badminton Girls Cricket Basketball Library Yr 11 Study Football Supporters Club GCSE Computer Science & Creative I Media Club Chess/Board Game Club Pop Music History Club Maths Challenge Training Pride Club Maths Homework Club French Club STEM Club KS3 Computing for Girls Club KS5 Robotics Club

Sports

Girls Rugby Multi-Sports Football Boys Football Netball Badminton Girls Cricket Basketball

Facilities

College Musical Studio College Rm28 College Hall College Dance Studios Field Abington House Site C Sports Hall Tennis Courts Site A Sports Hall Site B Sports Hall Rm35 Rm31 Rm9A Rm34 ICT5 S6 C1.1 Year 11 Hub (College)

Curriculum Highlights

An 11-16 curriculum that builds on primary phase experiences to help students become successful learners, confident individuals and responsible citizens. Broad, balanced, relevant, differentiated and coherent curriculum offering continuity and progression from primary to secondary. High standards in literacy and numeracy. A balanced approach to religious education which is broadly Christian but respects and encompasses all major world faiths. Preparation for life in culturally diverse modern Britain. Widen horizons and raise aspirations about work, further and higher education. Preparation for life beyond 16 and beyond. Engagement with local, national and international communities. Personal development is essential to wellbeing and success. Provision of essential knowledge, skills and understanding valued by society.

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