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Newton Bridge Academy

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Newton Bridge Academy

Sandon Close, Sandon Road, Grantham, NG31 9AX

Academy special converter · Ages 2–19 · Mixed

Ofsted
Outstanding
Apr 2023

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

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4.1school · 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

KS2 Results (Primary)

Percentage reaching expected standard— 2024/25

Reading
0.0%
Writing
0.0%
Maths
0.0%
RWM Combined
0.0%

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GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8
4.1
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
0.0%
Basics 9-5
0.0%

Exam attainment

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

School · 2024/25

4.1

National · same year

46.0

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Attainment 8 values by academic year
YearSchoolNational
2023/241.646.4
2024/254.146.0

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
2023/24-1.830.00
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% data available for 2024/25 only

EBacc Measures

EBacc Entry
0.0%
EBacc APS
0.35
EBacc 9-5
0.0%
EBacc 9-4
0.0%
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Nearby secondary schools

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Kesteven and Grantham Girls' School
0.31 km away · Academy converter
Outstanding
Grantham College
0.4 km away · Further education
Springwell Alternative Academy Grantham
0.43 km away · Free schools alternative provision
Good
The King's School, Grantham
0.73 km away · Academy converter
Good
The Priory Ruskin Academy
1.26 km away · Academy sponsor led
Outstanding

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About Newton Bridge Academy

Newton Bridge Academy is a secondary school in Grantham, Lincolnshire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Outstanding (2023 inspection). Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 4.1. The school has around 258 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

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Location: Sandon Close, Grantham, NG31 9AX | More schools in Lincolnshire

Ofsted inspection history

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

  1. Apr 2023 — School remains Outstanding
  2. Mar 2023 — School remains Outstanding (Concerns) - S5 … (predecessor: Ambergate Sports College)
  3. Feb 2013 — Outstanding (predecessor: The Grantham Sandon School)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Newton Bridge Academy

What is Newton Bridge Academy's Ofsted rating?
Newton Bridge Academy received a Outstanding rating from Ofsted following its 2023 inspection.
What are Newton Bridge Academy's latest exam results?
Newton Bridge Academy: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 4.1. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.
Where is Newton Bridge Academy located?
Newton Bridge Academy is a secondary school in Grantham, Lincolnshire (NG31 9AX).
How many pupils attend Newton Bridge Academy?
Newton Bridge Academy has around 258 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Newton Bridge Academy with other schools?
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