Alcester Academy
Alcester, B49 6QQ · Warwickshire · secondary school
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10th of 37 secondary schools in Warwickshire we can score, 38 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 8.0/10 against 890 of them, against 7.4/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ofsted | 52 | 34% | 1.76 |
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 50.8 · 64 | 31% | 1.97 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | 0.65 · 89 | 26% | 2.28 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 48.9 · 65 | 10% | 0.66 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
Alcester Academy overview
How it's doing
Alcester Academy is rated Good by Ofsted, with its last inspection in 2022. In 2024/25, 68.5% of pupils achieved Grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 54.0, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was +0.65 in 2023/24, indicating pupils did better than those nationally who started from the same place. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.4 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.9 out of 10 against all schools).
Getting in
The published school roll is 636 pupils against a stated capacity of 650. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils in maintaining their strong progress scores through Key Stage 4? What specific support is available for students aiming to exceed the national median in Attainment 8? How does the school plan to maintain its Good rating following the 2022 inspection?
What Ofsted said about Alcester Academy
Overview
Alcester Academy is described as a school where pupils are proud to attend and feel supported by staff who ‘go the extra mile’. The report highlights an ‘exemplary’ behaviour culture and strong relationships, with the school being described as ‘like a family’. Leaders have developed an ‘ambitious and inclusive’ curriculum that effectively addresses learning gaps from the pandemic, ensuring all pupils, including those with special educational needs, achieve highly.
Strengths
- Behaviour is ‘exemplary’, with bullying rarely occurring and pupils feeling confident that adults take concerns seriously.
- The curriculum is ‘ambitious and inclusive’, with careful sequencing and a strong priority on reading for all pupils.
- Pastoral support is a significant strength, with timely and effective interventions based on well-targeted monitoring of pupil well-being.
- Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities receive effective support, with teaching matched to individual needs through detailed ‘pupil profiles’.
- Staff are proud of their work, benefiting from thoughtful professional development and strong governance that sets clear strategic direction.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should review curriculum planning to ensure all pupils study a broad range of subjects commensurate with the national curriculum throughout Years 7 to 9, as early option choices currently limit some pupils’ subject access.
Safeguarding
The arrangements for safeguarding are effective, with thorough staff training and proactive measures, such as adjusting toilet usage, to ensure pupils know how to keep safe and where to seek help.
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 54.4 |
| 2024/25 | 54.0 |
| 2025/26 | 48.9 |
| England | 44.9 |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 3,682 state schools in England we hold a 2025/26 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2026
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2027
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2027
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2028
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