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The Gateway Academy

Marshfoot Road, Grays, RM16 4LU

Academy sponsor led · Ages 11–16 · Non-selective · Mixed

Ofsted
Good
Mar 2019

Historical inspection outcome; read the latest report for the full findings.

Academic picture

46.0school · 46.0 national reference

Attainment 8 · 2024/25. Average GCSE points across eight subjects, not a percentage.

Why is Progress 8 unavailable?

Progress 8 is unavailable nationally for this year because the cohort's KS2 baseline tests were cancelled. This is not a negative judgement on the school.

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
46.0
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
21.0%
Basics 9-5
47.7%

Exam attainment

Attainment 8 · GCSE points across eight subjects, not a percentage or a measure of progress.

School · 2024/25

46.0

National · same year

46.0

SchoolNational reference
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Attainment 8 values by academic year
YearSchoolNational
2022/2344.246.4
2023/2444.646.4
2024/2546.046.0

Learning progress

Progress 8 · Progress compared with pupils who had similar prior attainment. Zero is the national progress baseline.

School · 2024/25

Not available

National · same year

Not available

SchoolNational reference
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Progress 8 values by academic year
YearSchoolNational
2022/23+0.230.00
2023/24+0.070.00
2024/25Not availableNot available

Progress 8 is unavailable for 2024/25 because the cohort's KS2 baseline tests were cancelled nationally. Missing values are not zero.

Grades at or above each threshold

These percentages overlap: grades 9–7 are also included in 9–5 and 9–4. Do not add the lines together.

9–7% / 9–5% / 9–4% available from 2023/24; no grade breakdown for 2022/23

EBacc Measures

EBacc Entry
10.2%
EBacc APS
3.77
EBacc 9-5
7.6%
EBacc 9-4
7.6%
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Nearby secondary schools

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OA - Thurrock
1.07 km away · Academy alternative provision sponsor led
Good
Treetops School
1.86 km away · Academy special converter
Outstanding
Treetops Free School
1.92 km away · Free schools special
Good
Orsett Heath Academy
2.17 km away · Free schools
Good
Grays Convent High School
2.45 km away · Voluntary aided school
Good

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About The Gateway Academy

The Gateway Academy is a secondary school in Grays, Thurrock. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2019 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 72 responses), 88% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 46.0. The school has around 1,033 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

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Location: Marshfoot Road, Grays, RM16 4LU | More schools in Thurrock

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for The Gateway Academy, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

  1. Dec 2024 — Standards maintained
  2. Mar 2019 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about The Gateway Academy

What is The Gateway Academy's Ofsted rating?
The Gateway Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2019 inspection.
What do parents say about The Gateway Academy?
Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 72 responses): 88% of parents would recommend The Gateway Academy.
What are The Gateway Academy's latest exam results?
The Gateway Academy: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 46.0. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.
Where is The Gateway Academy located?
The Gateway Academy is a secondary school in Grays, Thurrock (RM16 4LU).
How many pupils attend The Gateway Academy?
The Gateway Academy has around 1,033 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare The Gateway Academy with other schools?
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