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The Skipton Academy

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The Skipton Academy

Gargrave Road, Skipton, BD23 1UQ

Academy sponsor led
Pupils
658
Ages
11-16
FSM
24.5%
Attainment 8
41.6
Ofsted
Good
Jan 2023

Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
41.6
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
6.2%
Basics 9-5
29.2%

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
4.5%
EBacc APS
3.49
EBacc 9-5
1.1%
EBacc 9-4
3.4%
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About The Skipton Academy

The Skipton Academy is a secondary school in Skipton, North Yorkshire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2023 inspection). Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 41.6. The school has around 658 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

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Location: Gargrave Road, Skipton, BD23 1UQ | More schools in North Yorkshire

Ofsted inspection history

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

  1. Jan 2023 — Good
  2. Feb 2022 — Leaders and those responsible for governanc…
  3. Mar 2019 — Requires improvement

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

Frequently asked questions about The Skipton Academy

What is The Skipton Academy's Ofsted rating?
The Skipton Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.
What are The Skipton Academy's latest exam results?
The Skipton Academy: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 41.6. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.
Where is The Skipton Academy located?
The Skipton Academy is a secondary school in Skipton, North Yorkshire (BD23 1UQ).
How many pupils attend The Skipton Academy?
The Skipton Academy has around 658 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare The Skipton Academy with other schools?
View The Skipton Academy's full profile on FavSchools for multi-year results and Ofsted history, then use the comparison tool or interactive map to explore nearby alternatives in North Yorkshire.