The short version
Average GCSE results. 87% capacity. Rated Requires Improvement by Ofsted (2022).
- GCSE results are broadly in line with the national average (Attainment 8: 44.3 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Requires Improvement by Ofsted in 2022
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
44.3
0.5 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
36%
5.9pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
37%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
C+
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
-0.16
Band 3Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Post-GCSE Destinations
These figures track pupils 6 months after leaving. Source: DfE destination measures.
Sustained destination
In education, employment or training
90%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
83%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
3%
Employment
Directly into work
4%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
6%
Based on 245 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 18 days per year on average — nearly a month of school.
24% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
5% of pupils miss half or more of school sessions
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 17 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 12 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 105 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,230
- Capacity
- 87%
- FSM
- 21.9%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Staffordshire
- Trust
- JOHN TAYLOR MAT
- Head
- Ms Nicola Mason (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
4 official reports linked on this page, including 3 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Bridge Cross Road, Chase Terrace, Burntwood, Staffordshire, WS7 2DB
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmChase Terrace Primary School
Primary · Very close
Holly Grove Primary Academy
Primary · 752m away
Boney Hay Primary Academy
Primary · 948m away
St Joseph & St Theresa Catholic Primary School
Primary · 973m away
Springhill Primary Academy
Primary · 1.1km away
Ridgeway Primary Academy
Primary · 1.5km away
Chasetown Community School
Special school · 1.5km away
Highfields Primary Academy
Primary · 1.5km away
Questions parents ask
Is Chase Terrace Academy a selective school?
No. Chase Terrace Academy is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is Chase Terrace Academy's Ofsted rating?
Chase Terrace Academy was rated Requires Improvement at its most recent inspection in April 2025. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Chase Terrace Academy?
Chase Terrace Academy currently has 1,230 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Chase Terrace Academy take?
Chase Terrace Academy caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Chase Terrace Academy?
Chase Terrace Academy is in Burntwood, WS7 2DB, in the Staffordshire local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Chase Terrace Academy have a sixth form?
Yes, Chase Terrace Academy has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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