Shepherdswell Academy

A good academy converter school in Milton Keynes. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Shepherdswell Academy.

Milton Keynes, MK63NP Ofsted: Good Age 2-7 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

Score not available

Needs all indicators

Performance score unavailable: missing published data for KS2 pupils meeting expected standard, KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
Not published
Raw: No data published
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
Not published
Raw: No data published
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: Not used
Raw: Good

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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
28 November 2023
Previous grade
Outstanding
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Good
Personal development
Outstanding
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
Billingwell Place
Springfield
Milton Keynes, MK63NP

Location

Find the school on the map

Source: Geocoding

School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
138715
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Address
Billingwell Place, Springfield, Milton Keynes, MK6 3NP
Age range
2-7
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
EAST MIDLANDS ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
180 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
136
Free School Meals
24.1% (33 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
4.4% (6 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
95.2%
Excellent
Persistent Absence
12.6%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Key Performance Indicators

Low Persistent Absence:
12.6 (4.9 below average)

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
12 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
23
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
136 pupils
2-7

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Every Child Matters."

Inclusion Innovation Impact

Head Teacher's Message

Executive Headteacher Zoe McIntyre describes Shepherdswell Academy and Orchard Academy, emphasises developing children's character through diverse experiences, an open-door policy, and partnership with families; commitment to providing a varied and stimulating education.

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes

Admissions Criteria

Parents must apply via Milton Keynes Council for entry; admissions policy is available on the school site; appeals process described via EMAT.

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