Kempston Academy

About Kempston Academy

Kempston Academy is a place to GROW, where excellence, aspiration and strong relationships are at the heart of everything that we do. We provide a rich set of experiences for our students to grow both academically, and as individuals.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Mr Paul House

Rating Breakdown

Based on verified reviews

Safety & Security 4.5

Teaching Quality 4.5

Communication 4.5

Student Wellbeing 4.5

Facilities 4.5

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 148 responses • 18% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

86.5% positive 13.5% negative

My child feels safe at this school

90.6% positive 8.8% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

83.8% positive 11.5% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

82.5% positive 10.8% negative

My child does well at this school

87.2% positive 9.5% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 148 parent responses to the official Ofsted survey.

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

48.5

Teachers (FTE)

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

Secondary School Results (Key Stage 4)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

37.3

Attainment 8

Average grade across 8 subjects

-0.09

Progress 8

Below average

32.2%

English & Maths 9-5

Strong pass in both

54.5%

English & Maths 9-4

Standard pass in both

Additional Information

59.4% entered EBacc

9.8% achieved EBacc

143 pupils in cohort

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 3

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Emily T.

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"Excellent facilities and staff!"

Kempston Academy has exceeded our expectations in every way. The facilities are modern and well-maintained, and the staff are always available to help. My child has thrived in their Year 8 classes and the extra-curricular programs are fantastic. We feel so lucky to have found such a great school!

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Michael W.

Parent Feb 15, 2022

4.0

"Good values and opportunities"

We're pleased with the values of Kempston Academy and the opportunities they offer students. The teachers are friendly and supportive, and the school has a strong sense of community. My child is happy and engaged, but occasionally we've had issues with communication with the school. We're hoping things will improve as the year goes on.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Rebecca H.

Parent Nov 20, 2021

5.0

"Excellent experience for my child"

I was so impressed with the progress my child made during their time at Kempston Academy. The teachers were knowledgeable and enthusiastic, and the school provided a wide range of extracurricular activities. My child loved their years at the school and I feel confident that they were well-prepared for their next step. We're grateful for everything the school did for us.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 4/5

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