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Nova Hreod Academy

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Nova Hreod Academy

Akers Way, Moredon, Swindon, SN2 2NQ

Academy converter · Ages 11–16 · Non-selective · Mixed

Ofsted
Good
Jan 2017

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

Academic picture

48.9school · 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
48.9
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
28.7%
Basics 9-5
52.5%

Exam attainment

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

School · 2024/25

48.9

National · same year

46.0

SchoolNational reference
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Attainment 8 values by academic year
YearSchoolNational
2022/2343.946.4
2023/2446.046.4
2024/2548.946.0

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
2022/23-0.270.00
2023/24-0.090.00
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
49.2%
EBacc APS
4.65
EBacc 9-5
38.0%
EBacc 9-4
43.0%
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Nearby secondary schools

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1.51 km away · Pupil referral unit
Good
UTC Swindon
2.18 km away · University technical college
Requires improvement
Crowdys Hill School
2.43 km away · Community special school
Good

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About Nova Hreod Academy

Nova Hreod Academy is a secondary school in Swindon, Swindon. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2017 inspection). Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 48.9. The school has around 1,059 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

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Location: Akers Way, Swindon, SN2 2NQ | More schools in Swindon

Ofsted inspection history

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

  1. Nov 2022 — School remains Good
  2. Jan 2017 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Nova Hreod Academy

What is Nova Hreod Academy's Ofsted rating?
Nova Hreod Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2017 inspection.
What are Nova Hreod Academy's latest exam results?
Nova Hreod Academy: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 48.9. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.
Where is Nova Hreod Academy located?
Nova Hreod Academy is a secondary school in Swindon, Swindon (SN2 2NQ).
How many pupils attend Nova Hreod Academy?
Nova Hreod Academy has around 1,059 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Nova Hreod Academy with other schools?
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