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What is Discovery Academy's Ofsted rating?

Discovery Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted (inspected 2024).

Where is Discovery Academy located?

Discovery Academy is located in Nuneaton, Warwickshire, West Midlands, CV11 5SS.

What age range does Discovery Academy serve?

Discovery Academy serves students aged 9 to 19.

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Discovery Academy — Ofsted Rating, Results & School Data

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About Discovery Academy

Discovery Academy is an all-through special school in Nuneaton, West Midlands. It has not yet been rated by students on y.school. Be the first to rate this special school and help other students and parents understand what the school experience is really like.

In terms of academic performance, Discovery Academy has a Progress 8 score of -1.50 (below the national average), an Attainment 8 score of 12.4, 4% of students achieving grade 4+ in English and Maths.

The school has 22 pupils on roll, a teacher turnover rate of 11.8%, 59% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 27.9%.

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OfstedGood · 2024Progress 8-1.50Attendance72.1%

Profile completeness: 5 of 8 data domains · Good coverage

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Solid31% data coverage

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Special schools serve pupils with specific needs and follow adapted curricula. Standard exam metrics like Attainment 8 may not reflect the school's educational quality or the progress pupils actually make.

Latest government data shown is for the 2024/25 academic year; some figures cover earlier years.

Is it a fit?

What kind of school is Discovery Academy?

The practical facts that decide whether a school suits your family — at a glance.

Ages: 9–19
Intake: Co-ed
Admissions: Non-selective (state)
Character: Non-faith
Sixth form: Yes (stays to 18)
Size: 22 pupils
SEN support: 100% of pupils

Likely a good fit for

Pupils who need extra support — 100% are on SEN support, above the typical share (~13%).

The area around this school

Environment score: 29/100

Below-average surroundings

Air quality31/100

Transport access43/100

Results, finance & Ofsted — in depth

GCSE Results at Discovery Academy

Discovery Academy has a Progress 8 score of -1.50, which is below the national average of 0. Progress 8 measures how much progress students make between the end of Key Stage 2 and their GCSE results, compared to students with similar starting points nationally.

The school's Attainment 8 score is 12.4. Attainment 8 measures the average achievement of students across 8 qualifications including English, Maths, three EBacc subjects, and three open group qualifications.

4% of students at Discovery Academy achieved grade 4 or above in both English and Maths GCSEs.

Attendance at Discovery Academy

Discovery Academy has an overall absence rate of 27.9%. The national average for primary schools was approximately 6.0% (DfE, 2023/24).

Staff and Finance at Discovery Academy

The teacher turnover rate at Discovery Academy is 11.8%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.

Demographics at Discovery Academy

Discovery Academy has 22 pupils on roll.

59% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.

100% of pupils receive SEN (Special Educational Needs) support or have an Education, Health and Care plan.

Discovery Academy Ofsted Rating: Good

Discovery Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted following an inspection in January 2024 (2 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Discovery Academy is next inspection expected around 2028.

A "Good" rating means Ofsted found the school provides a high standard of education across all areas assessed. It has historically been the most common Ofsted rating.

Note: From November 2025, Ofsted replaced single-word judgements with detailed report cards covering multiple categories. While Discovery Academy's rating shown above was awarded under the previous system, Ofsted now provides more granular assessments. For the most up-to-date inspection information, check the school's report card on the Ofsted website.

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