Cowley Academy
Catchment Area, Reviews and Key Information

Secondary
PUPILS
629
AGES
11 - 16
GENDER
Mixed
TYPE
Academy sponsor led
SCHOOL GUIDE RATING
Not Rated

How Does The School Perform?

Ofsted
NATIONAL AVG. 2.09
Ofsted Inspection
(20/05/2025)
Full Report - All Reports
49%
NATIONAL AVG. 38%
5+ GCSEs grade 9-4 (standard pass or above) including English and maths



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Progress Compared With All Other Schools

UNLOCK Well Below Average (About 16% of schools in England) Below Average (About 18% of schools in England) Average (About 33% of schools in England) Above Average (About 17% of schools in England) Well Above Average (About 16% of schools in England)

School Results Over Time

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% of pupils who achieved 5+ GCSEs grade 9-4
2019 2022 2023 2024 2020 2021 COVID UNLOCK

% of pupils who achieved GCSE grade 5 or above in both English and maths
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School Lane
Donington
Spalding
PE11 4TF
01775820254

School Description

Pupils appreciate the significant improvements that have occurred since the school opened in 2022. They value the care given by school and trust staff. Pupils have a strong sense of belonging to the school and the academy trust. The school lives daily its core key values of, ‘aspire, challenge and achieve’. Pupils are proud of their school. They feel safe. They know who to turn to if they have worries or concerns. Pupils recognise the strength of the pastoral care and the support that is readily available. The school sets high expectations of pupils and their learning. Pupils work diligently and learn well. They take pride in their work and successes. Pupils cherish their ‘aspire awards’. They conduct themselves well in lessons and during breaktimes. Pupils gain from many personal development opportunities. They learn about healthy lifestyles, including physical and mental health. Pupils are taught the importance of diversity, equality and respect. Most parents and carers recognise the improvements in the school. Typical comments from parents include, ‘I have nothing but praise for Cowley. My child loves coming to school and is absolutely thriving.’

Cowley Academy Parent Reviews



unlock % Parents Recommend This School
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>30, "agree"=>50, "disagree"=>9, "strongly_disagree"=>11, "dont_know"=>0} UNLOCK Figures based on 70 responses up to 22-05-2025
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>41, "agree"=>47, "disagree"=>7, "strongly_disagree"=>4, "dont_know"=>0} UNLOCK Figures based on 70 responses up to 22-05-2025
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>27, "agree"=>51, "disagree"=>20, "strongly_disagree"=>1, "dont_know"=>0} UNLOCK Figures based on 70 responses up to 22-05-2025
My Child Has Not Been Bullied Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"my_child_has_not_been_bullied"=>57, "strongly_agree"=>4, "agree"=>17, "disagree"=>7, "strongly_disagree"=>9, "dont_know"=>6} UNLOCK Figures based on 70 responses up to 22-05-2025
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>17, "agree"=>41, "disagree"=>33, "strongly_disagree"=>7, "dont_know"=>1} UNLOCK Figures based on 70 responses up to 22-05-2025
I Have Not Raised Any Concerns Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"i_have_not_raised_any_concerns"=>14, "strongly_agree"=>29, "agree"=>23, "disagree"=>19, "strongly_disagree"=>14, "dont_know"=>1} UNLOCK Figures based on 70 responses up to 22-05-2025
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>10, "agree"=>24, "disagree"=>21, "strongly_disagree"=>38, "dont_know"=>7} UNLOCK Figures based on 29 responses up to 22-05-2025
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>34, "agree"=>47, "disagree"=>9, "strongly_disagree"=>4, "dont_know"=>6} UNLOCK Figures based on 70 responses up to 22-05-2025
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>34, "agree"=>41, "disagree"=>16, "strongly_disagree"=>6, "dont_know"=>3} UNLOCK Figures based on 70 responses up to 22-05-2025
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>34, "agree"=>40, "disagree"=>26, "strongly_disagree"=>0, "dont_know"=>0} UNLOCK Figures based on 70 responses up to 22-05-2025
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>29, "agree"=>50, "disagree"=>16, "strongly_disagree"=>4, "dont_know"=>1} UNLOCK Figures based on 70 responses up to 22-05-2025
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>36, "agree"=>51, "disagree"=>7, "strongly_disagree"=>1, "dont_know"=>4} UNLOCK Figures based on 70 responses up to 22-05-2025
Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree Don't Know {"strongly_agree"=>26, "agree"=>31, "disagree"=>27, "strongly_disagree"=>6, "dont_know"=>10} UNLOCK Figures based on 70 responses up to 22-05-2025
Yes No {"yes"=>67, "no"=>33} UNLOCK Figures based on 70 responses up to 22-05-2025

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This school is an academy and does not conform to the general school admission criteria set down by the Local Education Authority.