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Derby Moor Spencer Academy
Derby·East Midlands·Academy
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Derby Moor Spencer Academy is a secondary academy in Derby, East Midlands. It has not yet been rated by students on y.school. Be the first to rate this academy and help other students and parents understand what the school experience is really like.
In terms of academic performance, Derby Moor Spencer Academy has a Progress 8 score of -0.06 (below the national average), an Attainment 8 score of 44.1, 64% of students achieving grade 4+ in English and Maths, an average A-Level grade of B-.
The school has a teacher turnover rate of 15.7%, 26% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 8.1%.
After leaving Derby Moor Spencer Academy, student destinations include 75% going on to university and 2% entering apprenticeships.
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Derby Moor Spencer Academy has a Progress 8 score of -0.06, 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 44.1. Attainment 8 measures the average achievement of students across 8 qualifications including English, Maths, three EBacc subjects, and three open group qualifications.
64% of students at Derby Moor Spencer Academy achieved grade 4 or above in both English and Maths GCSEs.
Students at Derby Moor Spencer Academy achieve an average A-Level grade of B-. This metric covers all A-Level and equivalent qualifications taken at the school.
Derby Moor Spencer Academy has an overall absence rate of 8.1%. The national average for secondary schools is approximately 5.5%.
The teacher turnover rate at Derby Moor Spencer Academy is 15.7%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.
26% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.
After leaving Derby Moor Spencer Academy, 75% go on to university and 2% enter apprenticeships.
Source: Department for Education, Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score.
Data last updated: April 2026
Derby Moor Spencer Academy was rated "Good" by Ofsted following an inspection in June 2022 (3 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Derby Moor Spencer Academy is due for reinspection this year (2026).
A "Good" rating means Ofsted found the school provides a high standard of education across all areas assessed. Around 65% of schools in England are rated Good, making it the most common rating.
Note: From November 2025, Ofsted replaced single-word judgements with detailed report cards covering multiple categories. While Derby Moor Spencer 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.
Ofsted data is displayed for context only and does not influence the Student Score. For the official Ofsted report, visit reports.ofsted.gov.uk.
Crime Nearby
152/mo
Within ~1 mile (Police.uk)
Violent Crime
87/mo
57% of total
Air Quality
Good
NO₂: 10.1 µg/m³ · PM2.5: 7.5
Bus Stops
7
Within 500m
Source: Police.uk, DEFRA UK-Air, DfT NaPTAN. Based on the school's location — actual conditions may vary.
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39%
Source: Department for Education / Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score. Small schools may show extreme percentages due to small sample sizes.