Foxfields Academy
Catchment Area, Reviews and Key Information

Primary & Secondary
Special school
PUPILS
59
AGES
4 - 16
GENDER
Mixed
TYPE
Free schools special

How Does The School Perform?

Good
NATIONAL AVG. 2.09
Ofsted Inspection
(17/01/2023)
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45%
NATIONAL AVG. 17.7%
Persistent Absence
3.4%
NATIONAL AVG. 22.0%
Pupils first language
not English
64.4%
NATIONAL AVG. 25.9%
Free school meals
Hospital Lane
Blaby
LE8 4FE
01163440343

School Description

Pupils of all ages thrive at Foxfields Academy. The school caters very well for pupils’ academic and social and emotional needs. Pupils who may have had negative experiences in the past receive well-planned support to overcome their difficulties. Staff are skilled in helping pupils who sometimes struggle to manage their behaviour and emotions. When incidents occur, staff follow clear routines to reduce any negative impact on pupils’ learning. Pupils enjoy collecting points for good behaviour, attitudes and achievements. They are proud of the rewards they earn. They agree that this system motivates them to do well at school. Pupils say that the staff ‘help us to do our best all the time’. Pupils understand the school’s core values of trust, honesty and respect. They agree that these values are important. Pupils say that they feel safe at school. They know that bullying is unacceptable. Pupils say that staff take bullying seriously and deal with any instances quickly and fairly. Leaders and staff provide a wide range of activities to foster pupils’ talents and interests. For example, there are regular opportunities for taking part in outdoor activities. Clubs such as football, animal care and art are offered every week.

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