King Edward VI Balaam Wood Academy

About King Edward VI Balaam Wood Academy

We have high aspirations for every single one of our pupils. We strive for success for all. We challenge and support every pupil to achieve the best results they possibly can.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Mr D McGarvey

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.5

Teaching Quality 5.0

Communication 4.5

Student Wellbeing 4.5

Facilities 5.0

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

24.4

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

35.8

Attainment 8

Average grade across 8 subjects

-0.48

Progress 8

Below average

22.4%

English & Maths 9-5

Strong pass in both

43.4%

English & Maths 9-4

Standard pass in both

Additional Information

18.4% entered EBacc

5.3% achieved EBacc

76 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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Katie T.

Parent Sep 10, 2022

4.0

"Some Positives, Some Negatives"

My child is in their second year at King Edward VI Balaam Wood Academy and I have mixed feelings about the school. On the one hand, the teaching staff are generally excellent and the facilities are great. However, I have experienced some difficulties with communication from the school and feel that the workload can be quite heavy at times. Overall, I would say that it is a good school, but there is some room for improvement.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Emily B.

Parent Jun 15, 2022

5.0

"Excellent School with Great Staff"

I have been extremely impressed with the facilities and staff at King Edward VI Balaam Wood Academy. My child has thrived in the supportive environment and has been encouraged to try new things. The House system is also a great way to promote teamwork and camaraderie. I highly recommend this school to anyone in the area.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 5/5

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Rupert F.

Parent Dec 20, 2021

5.0

"Outstanding Education and Values"

I have two children who attended Balaam Wood and I can honestly say that it was an excellent experience for both of them. The school's commitment to academic excellence, as well as its strong values and sense of community, really shone through. My children thrived in the supportive environment and have gone on to successful careers. I have no hesitation in recommending this school to anyone.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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