Holywell School

About Holywell School

Holywell School is a caring, distinctively Christian, community-focussed Church of England School. We aim to continue the historic tradition of Church of England Schools by providing a Christian Values-inspired education of the highest quality within the context of Christian belief and practice.

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Key Facts

Founded 1973

Students 720

Head/Principal Mr Michael GSimpson

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.5

Teaching Quality 4.5

Communication 4.5

Student Wellbeing 4.5

Facilities 4.5

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

17.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Excellent

41.8

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Reviews 3

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Emily B

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"Excellent school for our children"

We are so happy with our experience at Holywell School. The teachers are amazing, the facilities are great and the values that the school promotes are exactly what we want for our children. We've seen a huge improvement in our child's confidence and academic ability since starting here.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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David M

Parent Jun 1, 2021

4.0

"A welcoming and supportive environment"

We were a bit nervous about moving to a new school, but Holywell has been a revelation. The staff are so friendly and welcoming, and our child has settled in quickly. The school's focus on values and community is really inspiring to see.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Natalie W

Parent Mar 1, 2020

4.0

"Some good, some not so good"

We had a mixed experience at Holywell. On the one hand, our child loved the sports facilities and the music department was really good. On the other hand, we felt that the school could have been more supportive with our child's special educational needs. Overall, a decent school but not without its flaws.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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