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Clayton Hall Academy

Clayton Lane, Clayton, Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST5 3DN

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

Ofsted
Good
Feb 2024

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

Academic picture

45.6school · 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
45.6
Progress 8?
N/A
9-7 Grades
20.6%
Basics 9-5
37.3%

Exam attainment

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

School · 2024/25

45.6

National · same year

46.0

SchoolNational reference
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Attainment 8 values by academic year
YearSchoolNational
2022/2345.846.4
2023/2444.446.4
2024/2545.646.0

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
2022/23-0.130.00
2023/240.000.00
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
36.6%
EBacc APS
4.02
EBacc 9-5
11.3%
EBacc 9-4
19.7%
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About Clayton Hall Academy

Clayton Hall Academy is a secondary school in Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffordshire. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2024 inspection). Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 45.6. The school has around 780 pupils on roll. Compare the available school details with nearby alternatives to help build your shortlist.

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Location: Clayton Lane, Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST5 3DN | More schools in Staffordshire

Ofsted inspection history

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

  1. Feb 2024 — Good
  2. Sept 2021 — Requires improvement
  3. Jun 2013 — Good (predecessor: Clayton Hall Business and Language College)

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Clayton Hall Academy

What is Clayton Hall Academy's Ofsted rating?
Clayton Hall Academy received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2024 inspection.
What are Clayton Hall Academy's latest exam results?
Clayton Hall Academy: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 45.6. Check the source and academic year shown with each result.
Where is Clayton Hall Academy located?
Clayton Hall Academy is a secondary school in Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffordshire (ST5 3DN).
How many pupils attend Clayton Hall Academy?
Clayton Hall Academy has around 780 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.
How can I compare Clayton Hall Academy with other schools?
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