Rushey Mead once again, achieved outstanding outcomes for students in terms of attainment and progress when compared to national averages. These are a testament to the hard work and perseverance of students and staff over many years.

The headline value added and progress scores have consistently been outstanding for many years:

  • In 2018, our Progress 8 score is once again outstanding at 0.75 and the attainment 8 score across eight subjects was 53.00 well above the national average.
  • In 2019 the school achieved a Progress 8 score of 0.96 and the attainment 8 score across eight subjects was 54, well above national average.
  • In 2022 the school achieved a Progress 8 score of 0.85 and the attainment 8 score across eight subjects was 53.72. *
  • In 2023 the school achieved a Progress 8 score of 1.13 and the attainment 8 score across eight subjects was 55.25.
  • In 2024 the school achieved a Progress 8 score of 0.95 and the attainment 8 score across eight subjects was 54.07
  • In 2025 the school achieved an attainment 8 score across eight subjects of 51.55

* The cohort of 2022 was the first group of Year 11 students to face public examinations since 2019 and the Covid pandemic began.

You can view the DfE academy performance tables website at the following link –https://www.compare-school-performance.service.gov.uk/school/141916/rushey-mead-academy

Headlines Results 2025:

% achieving grade 9-5 BASICS (Maths and English) 51.9%
% achieving grade 9-4 BASICS (Maths and English) 64.9%
% entering the English Baccalaureate 81.1%
% achieving 5+ English Baccalaureate 55.9%
% staying on in Education and employment 97.93%
EBACC APS 5.05

Rushey Mead continues to secure strong outcomes for students across key national measures, reflecting our enduring commitment to high standards and our ethos: Be Kind, Work Hard and Develop Your Whole Self.

Despite national shifts in accountability measures, our students have once again performed strongly in English, Mathematics and across the wider curriculum, demonstrating resilience, ambition and sustained hard work.

Although Progress 8 is not reported this year, overall attainment remains strong. Our Attainment 8 score of 51.5 significantly exceeds the national average of 46.0. Importantly, outcomes for disadvantaged students remain a strength, with an Attainment 8 score of 43.09 compared to 34.0 nationally, demonstrating the positive impact of our inclusive approach and targeted support.

Headline Measure National Figures RMA Figures
Progress 8 N/A
Attainment 8 46.0 51.5
Attainment 8 (DA students) 34.0 43.09
% Basics 4+ 65/7% 65%
% Basics 5+ 45.4% 52%
% Basics 5+ (DA students) 25.8% 37.7%
% English 4+ 76.1% 79%
% English 5+ 61.1% 65%
% English 7+ 23.3% 26%
% Maths 4+ 58.2% 69%
% Maths 5+ 40.9% 60%
% Maths 7+ 16.5% 27%
EBACC APS 4.09 5.05
% EBACC Entry 40.5% 81%
% entered for at least one language 44% 96%

Achievement in the core subjects remains a significant strength and these outcomes highlight the determination of our students and the expertise and dedication of our staff in securing strong foundations for future success.

Our high EBacc participation reflects our belief in ensuring students access a wide, knowledge-rich curriculum that keeps pathways open and supports long-term success.

Outcomes for disadvantaged students continue to demonstrate positive impact when compared with national figures, particularly in Basics 5+, reflecting our strong pastoral care, targeted academic intervention and unwavering belief that every child can succeed.

 

These results are a testament to a school community that lives its values every day. Our students demonstrate kindness in how they support one another, resilience in overcoming challenges, and a clear commitment to working hard. As a result, they leave Rushey Mead equipped not only with strong qualifications, but with the character, confidence and ambition to thrive in the next stage of their journey.

Rushey Mead continues to deliver exceptionally strong outcomes for students, significantly outperforming national figures across key headline measures. These results reflect our unwavering commitment to academic excellence and our ethos: Be Kind, Work Hard and Develop Your Whole Self.

With a Progress 8 score of +0.95, students achieved almost a full grade higher per subject than students with similar starting points nationally. Our Attainment 8 score of 54.2 is substantially above the national average of 46.0, demonstrating consistently strong performance across the curriculum.

Importantly, this success is shared widely. Our Attainment 8 score for disadvantaged students (49.12) far exceeds the national figure of 34.0, highlighting the strength of our inclusive approach and the impact of targeted support.

Headline Measure National Figures RMA Figures
Progress 8 0.95
Attainment 8 46.0 54.2
Attainment 8 (Disadvantaged students) 34.0 49.12
% Basics 4+ 65/7% 78%
% Basics 5+ 45.4% 59%
% Basics 5+ Disadv 25.8% 44%
% English 4+ 76.1% 87%
% English 5+ 61.1% 70%
% English 7+ 23.3% 26%
% Maths 4+ 58.2% 81%
% Maths 5+ 40.9% 69%
% Maths 7+ 16.5% 33%
EBACC APS 4.09 5.30
% EBACC Entry 40.5% 86%
% entered for at least one language 44% 97%

These outcomes reflect the determination of our students to work hard and the relentless dedication of staff to secure strong foundations in these essential subjects.

We continue to maintain an ambitious and broad curriculum offer:

  • EBacc APS: 5.30 (National: 4.09)
  • 86% EBacc entry (National: 40.5%)
  • 97% entered for at least one language (National: 44%)

Our significantly higher EBacc entry and language participation rates demonstrate our belief in developing confident, culturally aware and academically ambitious young people. We ensure that students are not only successful in core subjects but are also prepared for future pathways through a rich and challenging curriculum.

These outcomes are a powerful reflection of a school community that lives its values every day. Our students show kindness in their support for one another, resilience in the face of challenge, and an unwavering commitment to working hard. As a result, they leave Rushey Mead not only with excellent qualifications, but as well-rounded individuals ready to thrive in the next stage of their education and beyond.

Rushey Mead once again achieved outstanding outcomes for students in terms of both attainment and progress when compared with national averages. These results are a testament to the sustained hard work, dedication and perseverance of our students and staff over many years.

The headline value added and progress scores have consistently been outstanding for many years:

  • In 2018, our Progress 8 score was once again outstanding at +0.75 and the attainment 8 score across eight subjects was 28, well above the national average.
  • In 2019, the school achieved a Progress 8 score of +0.95 and the attainment 8 score across eight subjects was 54, well above national average.
  • In 2023, early indicators suggest that we have achieved our highest best Progress 8 score of +1.12.

Headline Measures – 2023:

% achieving grade 9-5 BASICS (Maths and English) 59.9%
% achieving grade 9-4 BASICS (Maths and English) 73.4%
% entering the English Baccalaureate 98.2%
% achieving 5+ English Baccalaureate 68.5%
% staying on in Education and employment 96%
EBACC APS 5.41

The cohort of 2023 were the second group of Year 11 students to sit public examinations since 2019 following the disruption caused by the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 and 2021. Having experienced significant periods of self-isolation and disruption during Key Stage 3, they completed their secondary education in exceptionally challenging circumstances.

Their achievements are truly remarkable and throughout this unprecedented period, our students demonstrated resilience, determination and maturity, working incredibly hard to ensure they were fully prepared for the next stage of their education.

Exceptional Individual Successes:

  • 232 grade 9s achieved across all subjects by our students!
  • One student achieved a remarkable grade 9 in every subject studied.

With regards to the EBacc suite of qualifications:

  • 183 students achieved a grade 5 in English, Maths, Science, Languages and Humanities
  • 9% of students achieved a standard pass in the EBacc suite of subjects.

Many of our students have also successfully balanced their academic studies with significant participation in sport, the arts and wider enrichment opportunities.

This is an excellent set of results and reflects the enthusiasm, ambition and commitment of our students, the dedication and expertise of our staff, and the unwavering support of parents and carers.

Congratulations to our 2023 cohort. We wish you every success for the future as you continue to Be Kind, Work Hard and Develop Your Whole Self.