The short version
Below-average GCSE results. Rated Good by Ofsted (2023).
- GCSE results are below the national average (Attainment 8: 37.3 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2023
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
37.3
6.5 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
28%
13.8pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
51%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
C
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
-0.42
Band 4Source: 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
85%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
78%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
3%
Employment
Directly into work
3%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
11%
Based on 234 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 21 days per year on average — over a month of school.
32% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
6% of pupils miss half or more of school sessions
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 20 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 12 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 119 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–19
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,454
- FSM
- 29.2%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- North Northamptonshire
- Trust
- THE BROOKE WESTON TRUST
- Head
- Mrs Jennifer Giovanelli (Principal)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection: Good
12 official reports linked on this page, including 11 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Monitoring visit
December 2021 | Monitoring Visit
Monitoring visit
March 2021 | Monitoring Visit
Monitoring visit
November 2020 | Monitoring Visit
School inspection: Requires Improvement
October 2019 | School Inspection
Monitoring visit
December 2018 | Monitoring Visit
Full inspection: Requires Improvement
May 2017 | Full Inspection
Full inspection: Requires Improvement
May 2015 | Full Inspection
Monitoring visit
November 2013 | Monitoring Visit
Full inspection: Requires Improvement
September 2013 | Full Inspection
Full inspection: Satisfactory
September 2011 | Full Inspection
Monitoring visit
October 2010 | Monitoring Visit
Location
Deeble Road, Kettering, Northamptonshire, NN15 7AA
Town setting
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Questions parents ask
Is Kettering Science Academy a selective school?
No. Kettering Science Academy is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is Kettering Science Academy's Ofsted rating?
Kettering Science Academy was rated Good at its most recent inspection in July 2023. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Kettering Science Academy?
Kettering Science Academy currently has 1,454 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Kettering Science Academy take?
Kettering Science Academy caters for pupils aged 11 to 19. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Kettering Science Academy?
Kettering Science Academy is in Kettering, NN15 7AA, in the North Northamptonshire local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Kettering Science Academy have a sixth form?
Yes, Kettering Science Academy has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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