Old Hall Drive Academy

A good academy converter school in Manchester. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Old Hall Drive Academy.

Manchester, M187FU Ofsted: Good Age 3-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

55

/ 100

Primary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Primary schools

KS2 pupils meeting expected standard
51.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 60.0%
KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard
47.1
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 6.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
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
21 May 2024
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
Old Hall Drive
Gorton
Manchester, M187FU
Phone
1612232805
Website
oldhalldrive.co.uk

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
142501
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Primary
Address
Old Hall Drive, Gorton, Manchester, M18 7FU
Website
www.oldhalldrive.co.uk
Age range
3-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
WISE OWL TRUST
Capacity
480 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
470
Free School Meals
63.6% (299 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
2.1% (10 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
94.3%
Good
Persistent Absence
14.7%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Meeting Expected Standard:
60.0%
Exceeding Expected Standard:
6.0%
Reading Score:
105.0
Maths Score:
104.0
Grammar Score:
107.0

Historical Performance

Year Mat Average Read Average
2024 104.0 105.0
2023 106.0 108.0

Historical data shows year-over-year performance trends

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
26 pupils
Good
Pupils per Year Group
52
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
470 pupils
3-11

Performance Trend

Declining trend (-2.5 per year)

Down -2.5% over 3 years

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From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Inspiring characters, transforming lives"

Respect Empathy Self-awareness Positivity Excellence Communication Teamwork

Head Teacher's Message

A warm welcome from Principal Miss H. Brooker. Old Hall Drive Academy is a happy, vibrant two-form entry academy that emphasises a R.E.S.P.E.C.T. curriculum and a strong partnership with parents and the local community. The staff are committed to high standards and to unlocking every child’s potential.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Chress Club Construction Club Girls' Football Club Netball Club Art Club Maths Games Club Year 6 Football Club Parent and Child Craft Club Computing Club Nature Club Board Games Club Geography Club Mindfulness Club Story Club Jewellery Making Club Sewing Club Choir Club Boys Football Club Cheerleading Club Kiwi Club

Sports

Football Netball Cheerleading Swimming

Curriculum Highlights

National Curriculum-based curriculum Interconnected year-on-year curriculum built from reception R.E.S.P.E.C.T. values integrated into learning Broad and ambitious curriculum accessible to all

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes

Admissions Criteria

The school has adopted the Local Education Authorities Admission Policy. Places in our school are allocated on the following basis: Severe social or medical needs; Siblings already in the school; Straight line distance from home to school. Appeals against a refusal to admit a child should be made to the Local Education Authority: Manchester City Council.

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