Joyce Frankland Academy, Newport is a secondary academy in Saffron Walden, East of England. 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, Joyce Frankland Academy, Newport has a Progress 8 score of -0.23 (below the national average), an Attainment 8 score of 49.1, 73% of students achieving grade 4+ in English and Maths, an average A-Level grade of D.
The school has 968 pupils on roll, a teacher turnover rate of 25.9%, 8% of pupils eligible for free school meals.
After leaving Joyce Frankland Academy, Newport, student destinations include 43% going on to university and 6% entering apprenticeships.
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Joyce Frankland Academy, Newport has a Progress 8 score of -0.23, 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 49.1. Attainment 8 measures the average achievement of students across 8 qualifications including English, Maths, three EBacc subjects, and three open group qualifications.
73% of students at Joyce Frankland Academy, Newport achieved grade 4 or above in both English and Maths GCSEs.
Students at Joyce Frankland Academy, Newport achieve an average A-Level grade of D. This metric covers all A-Level and equivalent qualifications taken at the school.
The teacher turnover rate at Joyce Frankland Academy, Newport is 25.9%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.
Joyce Frankland Academy, Newport has 968 pupils on roll.
8% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.
After leaving Joyce Frankland Academy, Newport, 43% go on to university and 6% enter apprenticeships.
Source: Department for Education, Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score.
Data last updated: April 2026
Joyce Frankland Academy, Newport was rated "Good" by Ofsted following an inspection in June 2023 (2 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Joyce Frankland Academy, Newport is next inspection expected around 2027.
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 Joyce Frankland Academy, Newport'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
12/mo
Within ~1 mile (Police.uk)
Violent Crime
6/mo
50% of total
Air Quality
Good
NO₂: 6.4 µg/m³ · PM2.5: 6.8
Bus Stops
8
Within 500m
Nearest Station
Newport (Essex) Rail Station
0.8km away
Source: Police.uk, DEFRA UK-Air, DfT NaPTAN. Based on the school's location — actual conditions may vary.
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Quality of Education
Good
Behaviour & Attitudes
Requires Improvement
Personal Development
Good
Leadership & Management
Good
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.