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Knutsford Academy
Bexton Road, Knutsford WA16 0EA
Knutsford Academy is a non-selective academy. It has about 1,240 boys and girls aged between 11 and 18. In November 2021 the school was rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted.
Particular strengths include Attendance, Admissions, Destinations and Attainment.
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Attendance: Excellent. Pupil absence rates and the incidence of persistent absence are both very low.
Admissions: Excellent. The occupancy rate is very low and the offer rate is quite low. There is no compulsory entrance exam.
Destinations: Excellent. The proportion of students going on to education or training at 16 is very high, while at 18 (allowing for attainment) it is quite high. Show details
Attainment: Above average. Up to age 16 it is excellent, while at ages 16-18 it is above average. (This doesn't take into account pupils' prior performance. For that, see Progress.)
Finances: Above average. The school budget has been roughly in balance
Sixth form: Above average. Attainment, progress and destinations are all above average.
Environment: Above average. Air pollution and traffic accidents are roughly average, while crime is very low.
Progress: Above average. Up to age 16 it is about average, while at ages 16-18 it is above average. (This takes into account pupils' prior performance. For information about actual grades, see Attainment.)
Representation: Slightly out of balance. The socio-economic mix is in balance with the local community, while ethnic representation is out of balance with the local community. Show details
Disadvantaged pupils: About average. Progress up to age 16 is about average. Destinations at 16 are about average. Progress at 16-18 is below average.
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