Medeshamstede Academy

A requires improvement free schools special school in Peterborough. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Medeshamstede Academy.

Peterborough, PE15LQ Ofsted: Requires Improvement Age 4-16 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

50

/ 100

Special weighted harmonic mean of 1 indicators

Indicators used for Special schools

Ofsted inspection outcome
50.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 100.0%
Raw: Requires Improvement

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

Requires Improvement
Overall effectiveness
Requires Improvement
Last inspected
17 May 2022
Previous grade
Good
Quality of education
Requires Improvement
Behaviour & attitudes
Requires Improvement
Personal development
Requires Improvement
Leadership & management
Requires Improvement
Safeguarding
Effective

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

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Reeves Way
Peterborough, PE15LQ
Phone
1733821403
Website
medeshamstedeacademy.org

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
138271
Type
Free schools special
Phase
Special
Address
Reeves Way, Peterborough, PE1 5LQ
Website
http://www.medeshamstedeacademy.org
Age range
4-16
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
GREENWOOD ACADEMIES TRUST
Capacity
117 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
106
Free School Meals
43.4% (46 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
99.1% (105 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
82.5%
Needs improvement
Persistent Absence
42.9%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
4 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
8
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
106 pupils
4-16

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

Understanding Nurturing Inclusion Trust You Matter

Curriculum Highlights

Learning Pathways (Formal, Semi-Formal and Pre-Formal) Curriculum based on EYFS guidance and the National Curriculum with flexible, accessible provision Individual learning targets via IEPs/IBPs and personalised learning plans Culture and Enrichment timetable covering religious events, cultural/traditional events and PSHE themes Preparation for adulthood through life skills, world of work, independence and community engagement

Admissions Criteria

Admission to Medeshamstede Academy is through Peterborough Local Authority. Pupils are aged 4–16 and all have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) with Autism as the main presenting need. Places are named by the LA in the EHCP following consultation with the academy. Transition arrangements include personalised transition plans and induction visits; new pupils may start part-time for up to six weeks to support settling in. Transport to the academy may be provided by the LA if distance criteria are met.

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