City Academy

About City Academy

City Academy is a team that is ambitious in its aspirations for all students. We work within our community to ensure we break down and remove all barriers to success. We consider all our students our ‘City Lights’, as they will illuminate all our futures.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Mrs R Bakewell

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 5.0

Teaching Quality 4.7

Communication 4.7

Student Wellbeing 5.0

Facilities 5.0

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

17.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Excellent

36.2

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Secondary School Results (Key Stage 4)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

34.7

Attainment 8

Average grade across 8 subjects

-0.47

Progress 8

Below average

27.2%

English & Maths 9-5

Strong pass in both

43.8%

English & Maths 9-4

Standard pass in both

Additional Information

25.9% entered EBacc

11.1% achieved EBacc

162 pupils in cohort

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 4

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Lisa C

Parent Nov 1, 2022

4.0

"Improving, but Some Challenges Remain"

We're still getting to know City Academy, but we're seeing some great things. The teachers seem enthusiastic, and the facilities are nice. However, we've had some issues with communication and organisation. We're hoping things will improve over time.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 3/5

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Sophie B

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"Excellent School Experience for Our Son"

We've had a great experience at City Academy. Our son has received excellent support and care from the teachers and staff. The facilities are excellent too, and the emphasis on social responsibility is wonderful.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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David T

Parent Feb 15, 2022

5.0

"Friendly and Supportive Environment"

My son has settled in really well at City Academy. The staff are friendly and supportive, and the value of kindness and respect is really noticeable. We're very happy with the school so far.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Rebecca W

Parent Jun 22, 2021

4.0

"City Academy Helped My Son Grow Confidently"

I have fond memories of my time at City Academy as a parent. My son received a great education and developed so much confidence. The school's focus on excellence and hard work really helped him grow as a person.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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