Dixons Sixth Form, Bradford

A outstanding free schools 16 to 19 school in Bradford. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Dixons Sixth Form, Bradford.

Bradford, BD57JR Ofsted: Outstanding Age 16-19 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

48

/ 100

Sixth Form Only weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Sixth Form Only schools

Continue in education or training
74.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 79.0%
Sustained employment
24.1
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 8.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
100.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Outstanding

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

Outstanding
Overall effectiveness
Outstanding
Last inspected
16 May 2023
Quality of education
Outstanding
Behaviour & attitudes
Outstanding
Personal development
Outstanding
Safeguarding
Effective

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

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Bowling Old Lane
Bradford, BD57JR
Phone
1274089770
Website
dixons6a.com/

Location

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Source: Geocoding
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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
143704
Type
Free schools 16 to 19
Phase
Sixth Form Only
Address
Bowling Old Lane, Bradford, BD5 7JR
Website
https://www.dixons6a.com/
Age range
16-19
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
DIXONS ACADEMIES TRUST
Capacity
1300 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
1,219
Special Educational Needs
0.3% (4 pupils)

Real Success Rates

What happens to students after they leave this school

Continue Education
79.0%
University, college, or sixth form
Enter Employment
8.0%
Full or part-time jobs
Start Apprenticeships
2.0%
Learning while earning
Not in Education or Work
9.0%
NEET - needs support

Sixth Form University Progression

Where sixth form students go after graduation

University Progression
76%
Quality: Very Good
Sixth Form Size
459 students
Per cohort
Apprenticeships
2.0%

Key Performance Indicators

Education Continuation:
79.0 (+22.9 vs average)

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
152 pupils
Large Classes
Pupils per Year Group
305
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
1,219 pupils
16-19

Subjects This School Excels At

Subjects where students perform significantly above national average

Health Studies (BTEC National Extended Diploma L3 - Band N - PPP-D*D*D*)
★★★★★
(21 students)
Sports Studies (BTEC National Extended Diploma L3 - Band N - PPP-D*D*D*)
★★★★★
(6 students)
Law (GCE A level)
★★★★ ★
(71 students)
Applied Sciences (BTEC National Diploma L3 - Band J - PP-D*D*)
★★★★ ★
(47 students)
Health Studies (BTEC National Diploma L3 - Band J - PP-D*D*)
★★★★ ★
(22 students)

Strong performance in 5 subjects

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

Integrity Curiosity Respect

Non-faith (Dixons Academies Trust operates non-faith academies)

Head Teacher's Message

I hope you enjoy exploring our website and attending one of our open events. I’m sure you will see our professionalism and commitment in ensuring your success in everything we do.

Facilities

new purpose-built accommodation

Curriculum Highlights

Powerful knowledge delivered through a knowledge-rich curriculum Weekly lectures presented by subject experts A level and Level 3 qualifications Tutorial programme to prepare for adulthood and next steps Enrichment programme (compulsory in Year 1, optional in Year 2)

Financial Information

Bursaries: Available

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