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The Orme Academy
Goodgraded 18/06/2024Ages 11–16769 pupilsDoes not apply
The Orme Academy is a secondary school for pupils aged 11 to 16 in Newcastle, within the Staffordshire local authority. The school has around 769 pupils on roll. At its most recent graded Ofsted inspection in 18/06/2024, The Orme Academy was judged Good. Recent GCSE results show an average Attainment 8 score of 41 and 34% of pupils gaining a grade 5 or above in English and maths. Families comparing secondary schools in Newcastle can view The Orme Academy's Ofsted rating, GCSE results and exact location free on NestScope.
Ofsted — sub-judgements
Quality of educationGood
Behaviour & attitudesGood
Personal developmentGood
Leadership & managementGood
Last inspected 18/06/2024
Attendance & staffing
Attendance90.0%England avg 91.0%
Persistent absence29.4%England avg 25.8%
Pupils per teacher17.2England avg 17.6
Teachers with QTS100%England avg 97%
DfE — absence & workforce, 2025/26
Pupil intake
Free school meals23.0%England avg 28.6%
English not first language3.6%England avg 18.3%
DfE school census, 2025/26
GCSE results — Key Stage 4
Attainment 843.8
Progress 8-0.4
Grade 5+ English & maths35%
Grade 4+ English & maths63%
EBacc entry4%
EBacc average point score3.41
DfE, 2024/25
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