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The Priory City of Lincoln Academy
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- Lincoln LN6 0EP
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Requires Improvement
| The quality of education | Requires Improvement |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
| Previous inspection grade | Good |
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Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well and there is a calm and orderly atmosphere in most lessons.
Academic Progress: Pupils鈥� experiences of knowing and learning the school鈥檚 curriculum is mixed.
Qualifications and Training: Staff have received training, particularly for early reading and SEND.
Current Educational Practices: Leaders continue to refine systems for identifying and supporting pupils needing additional reading support.
Strengths and Challenges: Inconsistent curriculum implementation across subjects affects students' learning progression.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents and carers appreciate the range of extra-curricular activities offered.
Communication: Ofsted Parent View can be used to give opinions and learn about school events.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents and carers are generally appreciative of the extra-curricular activities.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Most pupils say that if bullying does occur, it is dealt with effectively.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders plan to alter the curriculum to provide a broad and balanced education for all pupils.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Most pupils say bullying is dealt with effectively.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Leaders prioritize welfare and safety; staff are vigilant and well-trained.
Extracurricular Offerings: Extensive enrichment program including sports, arts, charity work, and cultural trips.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: School ensures participation in personal development activities.
Career Counselling Services: Strong careers provision in the sixth form with guidance on university, employment, and apprenticeships.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Provision for pupils with SEND has improved, with additional staff training.
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The Priory City of Lincoln Academy is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Lincolnshire, East Midlands.
It has 980 students from age 11-18 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1.
At this school, 30% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
93.30% of pupils completing their main study programme.
This school rated Requires Improvement by recent Ofsted inspection.
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The Trust's overriding ethos is expressed through its Mission, Motto, Values, and Contract, among other things. As a result, the Academies have an open, conscious, and emotional "buy-in" to the Trust. To improve the life chances of our pupils so they become true citizens of the world. 'by the good deeds you do, you will be remembered in the stars for eternity'. Each institution has its own motto in addition to this general one. On the left side of this page, you can read about the motto of Priory City of Lincoln Academy. inspiring astonishment, amazement, moral conviction, and aspiration. The Priory Baccalaureate's guiding principles, which support academic achievement and progress, learning, community engagement, health, and creativity, serve as the foundation for the values. We proceed to establish the nature of our partnership after establishing that we are a part of a Trust and that we have something special to offer our pupils. Through The Priory Contract, we accomplish this. This agreement outlines the ways in which the staff, parents, guardians, students, and governors will collaborate.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
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| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
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| Ofset report | Requires Improvement | Good | Good |
| Age range | 11-18 | 11-16 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 16.3 | 15.1 | 17.6 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 30% | 48% | 60% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 16.70% | - | 16.60% |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
Secondary Exam Result
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -0.33 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 40.0 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 30% | 30.43% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 58% | 45.91% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 21% | 28.21% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 6% | 12.71% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 8% | 17.91% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.35 | 2.95 | 2.83 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 96% | 87.97% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 148 | 117 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 84% | 81.09% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 37% | 35.53% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 46% | 35.81% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 1% | 2.92% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 6.8% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 3.45% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 7% | 3.48% | 3.59% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -0.48 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 39.3 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 31% | 33.17% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 54% | 47.6% | 45.33% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 29% | 25.86% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 8% | 14.83% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 14% | 19.56% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.25 | 3.03 | 2.97 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 91% | 89.59% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 144 | 114 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 82% | 85.4% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 33% | 36.73% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 48% | 37.49% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 2.76% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 1% | 8.43% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 3% | 2.25% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 6% | 2% | 2.13% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -0.38 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 40.7 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 26% 2 | 32.19% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 46% 2 | 48.84% | 43.41% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 10% | 31.49% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 1% 5 | 14.25% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 4% 4 | 21.06% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.21 | 3.19 | 2.88 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 88% | 88.19% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 104 | 112 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | 75% | 82.76% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 35% | 32.5% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | 39% | 39.62% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | 1% | 2.48% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 8.21% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 11% | 3.69% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 3% | 1.78% | 2.75% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -0.47 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 42.5 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 24% 6 | 34.31% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 44% 5 | 50.37% | 42.62% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 17% | 32.49% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 6% | 15.91% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 8% 6 | 22.54% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.27 | 3.29 | 2.84 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 94% | 87.51% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 121 | 116 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | 81% | 72.78% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 28% | 28.49% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | 49% | 43.45% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 2.09% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | 4% | 3.91% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 2.53% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 6% | 1.24% | 2.05% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -0.47 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 39.6 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 18% | 33.23% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 49% | 49.43% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 4% | 30.75% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 17.77% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 2% | 19.89% | 16.26% |
| EBacc average points score | - | - | - |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 91% | 84.13% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 139 | 119 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | 84% | 39.94% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 25% | 29.19% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | 58% | 43.07% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 2.3% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 3.26% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 6% | 4.22% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 7% | 2.04% | 2.45% |
A level exam result
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 28.55 | 30.82 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | C | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 33.89 | 31.14 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 16.70% | 12.57% | 13.67% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 50 | 136 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | 60% | 62.24% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 8% | 7.08% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | 17% | 19.66% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 8% | 7.71% | 9.05% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 25.5 | 32.94 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | - | 32.43 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | - | - | - |
| AAB or higher | - | 16.47% | 17.7% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 50 | 162 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | 52% | 64.47% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 14% | 6.53% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | 6% | 16.13% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 20% | 8.84% | 10.69% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 25.17 | 30.12 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 24.29 7 | 30.28 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | D+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 11.6% | 13.07% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 68 | 165 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | 49% | 61.63% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 13% | 8.11% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | 25% | 18.66% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 7% | 7.16% | 8.8% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 25.24 1 | 28.35 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | C- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 31.52 | 29.18 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 11.4% | 13.37% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 9 | 20.21% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 18% | 7% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | 18% | 14.55% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | 6% | 3.74% | 4.22% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 24.18 | 27.35 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | D+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 31.82 | 29.74 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | C+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 0.0% | 11.38% | 12.64% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 3 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | 10 | 24.84% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | 13% | 7.35% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | 25% | 19.05% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 2.86% | 4.23% |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st Oct 2024 - 28th Oct 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 20th Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 23rd Jul 2025 - 3rd Sep 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th Sep 2024 - 20th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 29th Oct 2024 - 19th Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
16 : 1
Student teacher ratio at The Priory City of Lincoln Academy
Local authority ratio 18 : 1