SchoolScoresBmat Stem Academy
University technical college · Secondary, ages 14 to 19 · Mixed · Sixth form
Part of BMAT EDUCATION
Velizy Avenue, Harlow, CM20 3EZ
01279 621570 · School website · Map and directions
Ofsted inspection
Ofsted rated this school Good at the inspection that started on 25 January 2023.
This inspection used Ofsted's older format with four grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires improvement and Inadequate. Newer inspections use report cards. What changed.
| Area | Grade |
|---|---|
| Quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Sixth form | Good |
| Safeguarding | Effective |
Read the full Ofsted reports for this school
Source: Ofsted state-funded schools inspection data.
Results
GCSEs (key stage 4, age 16), 2024/25
85 pupils in this year group.
15% — 28 points below the Essex average, and 30 points below the England average.
| Measure | This school | Essex | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 15% | 43% | 45% |
| Attainment 8 scoreAverage of each pupil's grades across 8 GCSE-level subjects, with English and maths counted twice. Around 50 means grade 5s on average. | 28.1 | 45.1 | 46.1 |
| EBacc average point scoreAverage points across the English Baccalaureate subjects: English, maths, sciences, a language and history or geography. | 2.1 | 4.0 | 4.1 |
Progress 8 isn't shown. DfE didn't publish it for 2024/25 because this year group's key stage 2 tests in 2020 were cancelled, and older progress scores aren't comparable.
Source: DfE key stage 4 performance tables, 2024/25. England figures are for state-funded schools.
After Year 11
Where pupils went next. DfE measures this for pupils who finished in an earlier year, so these figures describe a previous year group.
56 pupils in this year group.
89% — 3 points below the Essex average, and 3 points below the England average.
| Measure | This school | Essex | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or workPupils recorded in sustained education, apprenticeship or employment in the year after finishing Year 11. | 89% | 92% | 92% |
| School sixth form | 39% | 37% | 34% |
| Sixth form college | 0% | 9% | 13% |
| Further education college | 45% | 38% | 37% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 3% | 3% |
| Work | 2% | 3% | 3% |
Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or work, over time
| 2023/24 | 2024/25 |
|---|---|
| 91% | 89% |
Source: DfE key stage 4 destination measures, 2024/25 performance tables. England figures are for state-funded schools.
A levels (16 to 18), 2024/25
30 A level students in this year group.
| Measure | This school | Essex | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average A level grade | D | C+ | B- |
| A level exams graded A* or A | 4% | 26% | 26% |
| A level exams graded A* to B | 16% | 54% | 53% |
| Average points per A level entryAn A* is 60 points, an A is 50, a B is 40, and so on down to 10 for an E. | 20.6 | 34.7 | 35 |
A level subjects, 2024/25
8 subjects, 56 exams. England figures are for state-funded schools and colleges.
| Subject | Exams | A* | A* or A | England A* or A |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Studies / Computing | 16 | 0% | 0% | 24% |
| Mathematics | 15 | 0% | 13% | 40% |
| Biology | 9 | 0% | 0% | 27% |
| Mathematics (Statistics) | 8 | 0% | 0% | 16% |
Also taken, with too few exams for DfE to publish grades: Chemistry, English Literature, Physics, Mathematics (Further).
Source: DfE 16 to 18 qualification and subject data, 2024/25.
Source: DfE 16 to 18 performance tables, 2024/25. England figures are for state-funded schools.
After sixth form
Where pupils went next. DfE measures this for pupils who finished in an earlier year, so these figures describe a previous year group.
31 students in this year group.
97% — 16 points above the Essex average, and 18 points above the England average.
| Measure | This school | Essex | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or workStudents recorded in sustained education, apprenticeship or employment in the year after finishing 16 to 18 study. | 97% | 81% | 79% |
| Apprenticeship | 10% | 8% | 7% |
| Work | 23% | 33% | 28% |
Stayed in education, an apprenticeship or work, over time
| 2023/24 | 2024/25 |
|---|---|
| 93% | 97% |
Source: DfE 16 to 18 destination measures, 2024/25 performance tables. England figures are for state-funded schools.
Going on to university
Where pupils went next. DfE measures this for pupils who finished in an earlier year, so these figures describe a previous year group.
29 students in this year group.
45% — 9 points below the Essex average, and 15 points below the England average.
| Measure | This school | Essex | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Went on to a degree or other higher education | 45% | 54% | 60% |
| Went to one of the most selective third of universitiesDfE's grouping of universities by the typical entry grades of their students. | 0% | 15% | 19% |
Source: DfE 16 to 18 progression to higher education or training, 2024/25 performance tables. England figures are for state-funded schools.
Admissions
Apply through the council where you live, even if the school is in a different council area. This school is in Essex. The national closing date for secondary applications is 31 October, and offers are sent on 1 March.
Pupils, staff and SEND
| Pupils | This school | Essex | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eligible for free school meals in the last 6 years 1st highest of 7 state secondary schools in Harlow. Higher than 74% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 38.7% | 22.6%* | 28.9% |
| With an education, health and care plan 6th highest of 7 state secondary schools in Harlow. Higher than 10% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 1.1% | 2.7%* | 3.1% |
| Receiving special educational needs support 2nd highest of 7 state secondary schools in Harlow. Higher than 77% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 17.7% | 12.9%* | 13.4% |
| English as an additional language 6th highest of 7 state secondary schools in Harlow. Higher than 55% of 3,448 state secondary schools in England. | 14.3% | 9.5%* | 19.2% |
| Overall absence (sessions missed) 7th lowest of 7 state secondary schools in Harlow. Lower than 2% of 3,411 state secondary schools in England. | 14.3% | 8.6%* | 8.4% |
| Persistently absent (missed 10% or more) 7th lowest of 7 state secondary schools in Harlow. Lower than 1% of 3,411 state secondary schools in England. | 46.5% | 23.0%* | 23.4% |
| Suspensions per 100 pupils 5th lowest of 7 state secondary schools in Harlow. Lower than 9% of 3,445 state secondary schools in England. | 57.1 | 18.4 | 21.2 |
| Pupils suspended at least once 5th lowest of 7 state secondary schools in Harlow. Lower than 4% of 3,445 state secondary schools in England. | 20.3% | 7.5% | 7.3% |
| Pupils permanently excluded0 pupils | 0.00% | 0.18% | 0.23% |
| Pupils per teacher 7th highest of 7 state secondary schools in Harlow. Higher than 1% of 3,442 state secondary schools in England. | 11.9 | 17.2 | 16.7 |
| Pupils per adult (teachers and support staff) 6th highest of 7 state secondary schools in Harlow. Higher than 15% of 3,445 state secondary schools in England. | 10.1 | 12.9 | 11.8 |
| Teachers who left during the year 2nd highest of 7 state secondary schools in Harlow. Higher than 74% of 3,430 state secondary schools in England. | 18.2% | 13.3%* | 14.2%* |
Comparisons are with secondary schools. Scales run from lower (left) to higher (right) figures. For absence and suspensions lower is better, so their scales run green to red; blue scales describe the school's pupils and staff and aren't good or bad. * Calculated by SchoolScores from the council's or England's schools, weighted by pupils (or teachers, for turnover); other figures are published by DfE. Sources: DfE school census 2024/25; DfE pupil absence 2024/25; DfE suspensions and permanent exclusions 2024/25; DfE school workforce census 2025/26; DfE teacher turnover 2024/25.
Nearby secondary schools
- St Mark's West Essex Catholic School 0.4 miles · Ofsted: Good (2023) · 39% grade 5+ English and maths
- Burnt Mill Academy 0.6 miles · Ofsted: Good (2023) · 44% grade 5+ English and maths
- Sir Frederick Gibberd College 0.7 miles · Ofsted: No overall grade (2024) · 44% grade 5+ English and maths
- Stewards Academy - Science Specialist, Harlow 1.3 miles · Ofsted: Requires improvement (2024) · 31% grade 5+ English and maths
- Passmores Academy 1.4 miles · Ofsted: Good (2018), confirmed 2024 · 21% grade 5+ English and maths
- Mark Hall Academy 1.5 miles · Ofsted: No overall grade (2025) · 30% grade 5+ English and maths
- Saint Nicholas School 2.3 miles · Independent, inspected by ISI
Straight-line distance. Distance isn't the same as a catchment area.
Questions parents ask
What is Bmat Stem Academy's Ofsted rating?
Bmat Stem Academy was rated Good by Ofsted at its inspection in 25 January 2023.
How did Bmat Stem Academy do in its GCSEs?
In 2024/25, 15% of pupils grade 5 or above in English and maths, 30 points below the England average of 45%.
Sources
- School details: Get Information about Schools (DfE), 26 September 2026. URN 145931.
- Inspections: Ofsted management information, data to 31 August 2026.
- Results: DfE school performance tables, GCSEs 2024/25, After Year 11 2024/25, A levels 2024/25, After sixth form 2024/25, Going on to university 2024/25.
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Page updated 26 September 2026.