The Dukeries Academy

A good academy sponsor led school in Nottinghamshire. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for The Dukeries Academy.

Newark, NG229TD Ofsted: Good Age 11-18 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

54

/ 100

Secondary with Sixth Form weighted harmonic mean of 5 indicators

Indicators used for Secondary with Sixth Form schools

Progress 8 score
48.1
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: -0.28
English & Maths grade 4+ %
46.8
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 46.2%
Continue in education or training
47.8
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 54.0%
Sustained employment
63.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 31.0%
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
11 October 2016
Previous grade
Requires Improvement
Quality of education
9
Behaviour & attitudes
9
Personal development
9
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
Whinney Lane
New Ollerton
Newark, NG229TD
Phone
1623860545
Website
dukeries.attrust.org.uk/

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
139062
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary with Sixth Form
Address
Whinney Lane, New Ollerton, Newark, NG22 9TD
Website
https://www.dukeries.attrust.org.uk/
Age range
11-18
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
ACADEMY TRANSFORMATION TRUST
Capacity
750 pupils
Setting
Urban: Further from a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
777
Free School Meals
39.4% (306 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
1.3% (10 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
89.1%
Needs improvement
Persistent Absence
33.2%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Real Success Rates

What happens to students after they leave this school

Continue Education
54.0%
University, college, or sixth form
Enter Employment
31.0%
Full or part-time jobs
Start Apprenticeships
5.0%
Learning while earning
Not in Education or Work
10.0%
NEET - needs support

Sixth Form University Progression

Where sixth form students go after graduation

University Progression
54%
Quality: Good
Sixth Form Size
39 students
Per cohort
Apprenticeships
5.0%

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
48 pupils
Large Classes
Pupils per Year Group
97
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
777 pupils
11-18

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

Integrity Ambition Excellence

Head Teacher's Message

The Dukeries Academy is an inclusive, high-performing academy at the heart of the Ollerton community. The Principal emphasises a focus on high progress in GCSE and A Level, a Personal Development and Character curriculum, and a journey from Good to Great by 2026. Academics are prioritized alongside developing pupils into confident, well-rounded individuals who contribute to their community.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Dukeries Community Band

Facilities

Library

Curriculum Highlights

Curriculum Overview for Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 Genius program (Genius Weeks) Powerful Knowledge Genius Week Careers Education Personal Health and Social Education Homework

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes

SEND Provision

SEND information documents are available; SENDCO Chloe Else ([email protected]) on 01623 860545

Admissions Criteria

The Dukeries Academy has 180 places in Year 7 for September 2026. Applications for Year 7 should be made via the Local Authority by 31 October 2025; late applications will be considered after the deadline. If a place is allocated, the academy’s Principal will contact you for induction.

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