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Ormiston Bolingbroke Academy
Runcorn·North West·Academy
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SecondaryAcademyAges 11–19Co-edDoes not apply
Ormiston Bolingbroke Academy is a secondary academy in Runcorn, North West. 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, Ormiston Bolingbroke Academy has a Progress 8 score of -0.66 (below the national average), an Attainment 8 score of 37.3, 47% of students achieving grade 4+ in English and Maths, an average A-Level grade of C.
The school has 829 pupils on roll, a teacher turnover rate of 16.1%, 40% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 13.4%.
After leaving Ormiston Bolingbroke Academy, student destinations include 18% going on to university and 10% entering apprenticeships.
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Ormiston Bolingbroke Academy has a Progress 8 score of -0.66, 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 37.3. Attainment 8 measures the average achievement of students across 8 qualifications including English, Maths, three EBacc subjects, and three open group qualifications.
47% of students at Ormiston Bolingbroke Academy achieved grade 4 or above in both English and Maths GCSEs.
Students at Ormiston Bolingbroke Academy achieve an average A-Level grade of C. This metric covers all A-Level and equivalent qualifications taken at the school.
Ormiston Bolingbroke Academy has an overall absence rate of 13.4%. The national average for secondary schools is approximately 5.5%.
The teacher turnover rate at Ormiston Bolingbroke Academy is 16.1%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.
Ormiston Bolingbroke Academy has 829 pupils on roll.
40% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.
After leaving Ormiston Bolingbroke Academy, 18% go on to university and 10% enter apprenticeships.
Source: Department for Education, Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score.
Data last updated: April 2026
Ormiston Bolingbroke Academy was rated "Requires Improvement" by Ofsted following an inspection in May 2023 (2 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Ormiston Bolingbroke Academy is overdue for reinspection.
A "Requires Improvement" rating means Ofsted identified areas where the school needs to improve. The school will typically be reinspected within 2 years. Around 12% of schools hold this rating.
Note: From November 2025, Ofsted replaced single-word judgements with detailed report cards covering multiple categories. While Ormiston Bolingbroke 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
151/mo
Within ~1 mile (Police.uk)
Violent Crime
65/mo
43% of total
Air Quality
Good
NO₂: 9.8 µg/m³ · PM2.5: 6.3
Bus Stops
7
Within 500m
Nearest Station
Runcorn East Rail Station
1.0km 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
Requires Improvement
Behaviour & Attitudes
Requires Improvement
Personal Development
Requires Improvement
Leadership & Management
Good
Parent View
Would Recommend
76%
Child is Happy
43%
Child Feels Safe
41%
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.