The short version
Average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Good by Ofsted (2012).
- GCSE results are broadly in line with the national average (Attainment 8: 46.3 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2012
- The school is at capacity (98% full)
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
46.3
2.5 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
44%
2.1pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
23%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
C+
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
-0.20
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
92%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
91%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
0%
Employment
Directly into work
1%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
7%
Based on 160 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 15 days per year on average — nearly a month of school.
20% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
3% of pupils miss half or more of school sessions
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 19 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 sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–19
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,230
- Capacity
- 98%
- FSM
- 38%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Peterborough
- Trust
- ORMISTON ACADEMIES TRUST
- Head
- Mr Dennis Kirwan (Principal)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
6 official reports linked on this page, including 5 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Ortongate, Orton, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE2 5RQ
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmBushfield Community College
Secondary · Very close
St John's Church School, Spirit Federation
Primary · 337m away
Matley Primary School
Primary · 794m away
Ormiston Meadows Academy
Primary · 794m away
Winyates Primary School, Spirit Federation
Primary · 876m away
Clayton School
Special school · 1.3km away
Lime Academy Orton
Academy · 1.4km away
Nene Park Academy
Secondary · 1.5km away
Questions parents ask
Is Ormiston Bushfield Academy a selective school?
No. Ormiston Bushfield Academy is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is Ormiston Bushfield Academy's Ofsted rating?
Ormiston Bushfield Academy was rated Good at its most recent inspection in May 2025. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Ormiston Bushfield Academy?
Ormiston Bushfield Academy currently has 1,230 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Ormiston Bushfield Academy take?
Ormiston Bushfield Academy caters for pupils aged 11 to 19. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is Ormiston Bushfield Academy?
Ormiston Bushfield Academy is in Peterborough, PE2 5RQ, in the Peterborough local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Ormiston Bushfield Academy have a sixth form?
Yes, Ormiston Bushfield Academy has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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