Aspire Academy

A good academy special converter school in Bexley. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Aspire Academy.

Welling, DA161JB Ofsted: Good Age 5-11 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

75

/ 100

Special weighted harmonic mean of 1 indicators

Indicators used for Special schools

Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 100.0%
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
7 March 2023
Previous grade
Outstanding
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Outstanding
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
South Gipsy Road
Welling, DA161JB

Location

Find the school on the map

Source: Geocoding

School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
144406
Type
Academy special converter
Phase
Special
Address
South Gipsy Road, Welling, DA16 1JB
Age range
5-11
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
LONDON SOUTH EAST ACADEMIES TRUST
Capacity
64 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
No
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
55
Free School Meals
80.0% (44 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
100.0% (55 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
90.4%
Good
Persistent Absence
37.1%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
4 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
8
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
55 pupils
5-11

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

Achievement Synergy Independence Responsibility Equality

Aspire Academy is committed to serving its community. We recognise the multi-cultural, multi faith and ever-changing nature of Britain. We follow equal opportunities guidance and promote British values in our school.

Head Teacher's Message

Welcome to Aspire Academy. We are a small, specialist primary school in Bexley for children aged 5–11 with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs. We take a holistic approach with families and supporting agencies to help pupils progress and develop life skills. We are proud to be rated Good by Ofsted, with Outstanding for Behaviour and Attitudes and Personal Development, and welcome visits to the school.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Sports Leaders Eco Warriors Happiness Heroes Aspire Wellbeing Council Digital Leaders Art Ambassadors Playground Ambassadors EDI Helpers Learning Legends

Sports

Football

Facilities

Forest School / Outdoor Learning

Curriculum Highlights

RWInc Phonics, Reading & Writing English Lessons - The Write Stuff Maths Lesson Foundation Curriculum Lessons Personal Development / EHCP Time Lunch & Outdoor/Indoor Learning Foundation Curriculum Lessons Golden Time / Child Initiated Learning linked to behaviour targets

Wraparound Care

After school clubs run from 3pm-4pm on Mondays and Wednesdays.

SEND Provision

Aspire Academy provides education and support for pupils with social, emotional and mental health difficulties, including pupils on the autistic spectrum. Speech and Language Therapy is provided by fully trained therapists; intervention packages focus on Social communication skills, Multi-sensory learning, Lego Therapy, Targeted language support and Vocabulary Enrichment.

Admissions Criteria

Admission is dependent on the pupil having an Education Health Care Plan (EHCP); referrals come through the referring Local Authority; Aspire Academy has capacity for up to 64 students, usually residents in the London Borough of Bexley; contact the SEN Admissions section of London Borough of Bexley via the Bexley Local Offer.

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