Abbey Park School

A good academy sponsor led school in Swindon. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Abbey Park School.

Swindon, SN252ND Ofsted: Good Age 11-16 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

60

/ 100

Secondary weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Secondary schools

Progress 8 score
54.3
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 0.0
English & Maths grade 4+ %
57.4
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 65.7%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
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
17 January 2023
Previous grade
Inadequate
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
The Learning Campus
Redhouse Way
Swindon, SN252ND
Phone
1793705400
Website
abbeyparkschool.org.uk

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
145744
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary
Address
The Learning Campus, Redhouse Way, Swindon, SN25 2ND
Website
www.abbeyparkschool.org.uk
Age range
11-16
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Trust/MAT
THE PARK ACADEMIES TRUST
Capacity
1200 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
1,180
Free School Meals
16.2% (191 pupils)
Special Educational Needs
3.3% (39 pupils)

Daily Attendance

Attendance Rate
91.9%
Good
Persistent Absence
21.0%
Missing 10%+ of school days

Detailed Performance Metrics

Attainment 8 Scores
Attainment 8:
44.8
Ebacc Attainment 8:
13.6
English Attainment 8:
9.4
Maths Attainment 8:
8.8
Open Subjects Attainment 8:
13.0
EBacc Subject Performance
Ebacc Attainment 8:
13.6
Ebacc English:
97.0%
Ebacc Entry:
24.2%
Ebacc Humanities:
93.2%
Ebacc Languages:
44.5%
Ebacc Maths:
98.3%
Ebacc Sciences:
96.6%
Progress Measures
Progress 8 Range:
-0.18 to 0.19

Key Performance Indicators

English & Maths Grade 5+:
65.7 (+13.7 vs average)
Attainment 8:
44.8 (+5.3 vs average)

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Class Size Information

Average Class Size
33 pupils
Large Classes
Pupils per Year Group
197
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
1,180 pupils
11-16

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

"Abbey Park Proud"

Curiosity and a passion for learning Recognition of the worth and achievements of all pupils Positive attitudes to learning Ambition and self-belief Inquisitive about life Eager for experience Passionate about learning Empowered to make informed decisions Excited to experience the thrill of achievement Supported to step outside their comfort zone Respectful of each other, the environment and themselves Kind, considerate and courteous within their communities Healthy and safe Passionate about teaching and learning Appropriately qualified and motivated Committed to the vision of Abbey Park School Recognising the value every pupil for what they are and what they can achieve Challenging themselves and their pupils to achieve the highest possible standards of academic attainment and social behaviour Committed to rigorous, honest and effective self-evaluation Keen to take advantage of high quality professional development opportunities Positive role models for pupils and other staff

Head Teacher's Message

Abbey Park School’s Principal’s welcome emphasizes leading with pride for the North Swindon community, a commitment to high standards, modern facilities and personalised learning within a supportive pastoral framework, encapsulated by the Abbey Park Proud ethos.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

Duke of Edinburgh Scheme

Facilities

Floodlit 2G pitch Sports hall Gymnasium Dance studios Drama studios Meeting rooms Classrooms Northside Campus venues (Red Oaks, Brimble Hill, Uplands, Orchid Vale) for sports and events

Curriculum Highlights

Broad and ambitious curriculum Well-planned programme of careers education

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