SecondaryData as of May 2026

Charles Read Academy

Bourne Road, Corby Glen, Grantham, NG33 4NT

A Good-rated secondary school in Grantham.

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Pupils

267

Ages

11-16

FSM

42.3%

Attainment 8

37.5

Ofsted

Good

Jan 2017

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8

37.5

Progress 8?

N/A

9-7 Grades

3.9%

Basics 9-5

30.4%

Trend — Attainment 8 & Progress 8

Progress 8 not available for 2024/25 — DfE cannot calculate it because COVID-19 cancelled this cohort's KS2 SATs (the baseline). Expected to return in 2026/27.

Grade Distribution (%)

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

EBacc Measures

EBacc Entry

13.0%

EBacc APS

3.22

EBacc 9-5

4.3%

EBacc 9-4

6.5%

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About Charles Read Academy

Charles Read Academy is a secondary school in Grantham, Lincolnshire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2017 inspection). Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 37.5. The school has around 267 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Bourne Road, Grantham, NG33 4NT | More schools in Lincolnshire

Ofsted inspection history

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

Feb 2022 — School remains Good
Jan 2017 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Charles Read Academy

What is Charles Read Academy's Ofsted rating?

Charles Read Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2017 inspection.

What are Charles Read Academy's latest exam results?

Charles Read Academy: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 37.5. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Charles Read Academy located?

Charles Read Academy is a secondary school in Grantham, Lincolnshire (NG33 4NT).

How many pupils attend Charles Read Academy?

Charles Read Academy has around 267 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Charles Read Academy with other schools?

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