Nottingham University Academy of Science and Technology

A good free schools school in Nottingham. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Nottingham University Academy of Science and Technology.

Nottingham, NG72PL Ofsted: Good Age 11-19 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

52

/ 100

Secondary with Sixth Form weighted harmonic mean of 5 indicators

Indicators used for Secondary with Sixth Form schools

Progress 8 score
50.8
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: -0.16
English & Maths grade 4+ %
60.4
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 71.2%
Continue in education or training
61.4
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 67.0%
Sustained employment
32.5
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 20.0%
Raw: 13.0%
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
28 September 2022
Previous grade
Good
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
93 Abbey Street
Dunkirk
Nottingham, NG72PL
Phone
1158592040
Website
nuast.org

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
140984
Type
Free schools
Phase
Secondary with Sixth Form
Address
93 Abbey Street, Dunkirk, Nottingham, NG7 2PL
Website
www.nuast.org
Age range
11-19
Gender
Mixed
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
NOVA EDUCATION TRUST
Capacity
935 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
Yes
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
906
Free School Meals
38.7% (351 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
1.0% (9 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
92.5%
Good
Persistent Absence
20.4%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Attainment 8 Scores
Attainment 8:
45.9
Ebacc Attainment 8:
13.4
English Attainment 8:
9.7
Maths Attainment 8:
10.1
Open Subjects Attainment 8:
12.8
EBacc Subject Performance
Ebacc Attainment 8:
13.4
Ebacc English:
95.8%
Ebacc Entry:
17.8%
Ebacc Humanities:
83.1%
Ebacc Languages:
44.9%
Ebacc Maths:
97.5%
Ebacc Sciences:
93.2%
Progress Measures
Progress 8:
-0.16
Progress 8 Range:
-0.43 to 0.11
University Progression:
64.0%

Real Success Rates

What happens to students after they leave this school

Continue Education
67.0%
University, college, or sixth form
Enter Employment
13.0%
Full or part-time jobs
Start Apprenticeships
9.0%
Learning while earning
Not in Education or Work
8.0%
NEET - needs support

Sixth Form University Progression

Where sixth form students go after graduation

University Progression
64%
Quality: Good
Sixth Form Size
174 students
Per cohort
Apprenticeships
9.0%

Key Performance Indicators

English & Maths Grade 5+:
71.2 (+19.2 vs average)
Education Continuation:
67.0 (+10.9 vs average)
Attainment 8:
45.9 (+6.4 vs average)

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
50 pupils
Large Classes
Pupils per Year Group
101
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
906 pupils
11-19

Subjects This School Excels At

Subjects where students perform significantly above national average

Engineering Studies (BTEC National Extended Diploma L3 - Band N - PPP-D*D*D*)
★★★★★
(24 students)
Mathematics (GCE A level)
★★ ★★★
(76 students)
Business Studies:Single (GCE A level)
★★ ★★★
(8 students)
Psychology (GCE A level)
★★ ★★★
(19 students)

Strong performance in 4 subjects

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

The value of education to change lives Raising student aspirations and being ambitious to enable students to be the best that they can be Being Inclusive, tolerant and showing empathy to others Development of self-discipline and integrity to shape behaviours for now and in future lives Promoting British Values

Head Teacher's Message

Headteacher Dave Thompson welcomes readers, emphasizes NUAST as a STEM-focused academy with industry and university links, a diverse community, high expectations, and a careers programme designed to prepare students for higher education or employment.

Curriculum Highlights

STEM-focused curriculum for KS3-5 EBacc is offered and designated core government subjects are taught; includes a language GCSE core subjects: Mathematics, English Language, English Literature, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Triple Science Three specialist pathways: EBACC Pathway, Engineering/Technical Pathway, IT/Computing Technical Pathway Optional GCSE subjects include Art (Photography), History, Geography, Spanish, Business Studies, Food Technology, Product Design, Computer Science, Physical Education KS5 qualifications: A Levels (including Mathematics and Further Mathematics, etc.) and BTECs/Cambridge Nationals; Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) offered

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes

SEND Provision

NUAST's SEND Policy outlines identification of SEND/Individual Needs, monitoring progress, making appropriate provision to overcome barriers to learning, working with parents and outside agencies, and SENCo coordination. The SENCo is Mr S Cox; contact [email protected] or 01158592040.

Admissions Criteria

Admissions are through Nottingham City Council. Applications for Year 7 must be made online via the council’s system and NUAST cannot accept direct applications. In-year admissions are processed through Nottingham City Council as well.

Financial Information

Education provided during academy hours is free. The school states that no student may be left out of an activity because a parent/carer cannot or will not contribute. The Charging and Remissions Policy covers voluntary contributions and additional charges for activities.

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