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About King's Leadership Academy Hawthornes

A non-selective state school serving children primarily across the Northwest of England. We believe that success is not pre-determined in life: success comes from the forming of great habits, which create the strength of character vital for success in the modern world.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Mrs Andrea St John

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews
Safety & Security 2.5
Teaching Quality 3.0
Communication 3.0
Student Wellbeing 2.5
Facilities 2.9

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
39.3
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

33.4
Attainment 8
Average grade across 8 subjects
-0.57
Progress 8
Well below average
21.2%
English & Maths 9-5
Strong pass in both
40.4%
English & Maths 9-4
Standard pass in both

Additional Information

68.3% entered EBacc
25.0% achieved EBacc
104 pupils in cohort

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

Reviews 12

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Parent Unconfirmed
Parent Oct 23, 2025
1.0

"WOULD NOT RECOMMEND"

My friend is diabetic and a teacher told him off for eating sweets and me and my other friends got a remove and a social after school but a teacher monitoring remove removed the negative comment
Safety & Wellbeing 1/5
Teaching & Learning 3/5
Communication 2/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 2/5
Facilities 1/5
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Parent Unconfirmed
Parent Apr 25, 2023
2.0

"Klah "

Hi, I'm in yr 9 and so far I have had a horrible time I have been in the school since yr 7 and the teachers don't really listen to what u have to say and they don't rlly sort out bullies
Safety & Wellbeing 1/5
Teaching & Learning 3/5
Communication 2/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 2/5
Facilities 2/5
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Parent Unconfirmed
Parent Apr 16, 2023
1.0

"safeguarding and first aid"

The schools safeguarding is terrible , you could break your arm in class and text your parent / caregiver about it and teachers will care more that you texted your parents / caregiver
Students do illegal activities and are obviously stealing their personalities
off of the characters they think are ‘cool’ ( they aren’t )
Safety & Wellbeing 1/5
Teaching & Learning 1/5
Communication 1/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 1/5
Facilities 1/5
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Parent Unconfirmed
Parent Apr 16, 2023
1.0

"the truth"

Hello - student as of now here -

This school is let’s say… vile

We don’t learn anything due to teachers shouting at everyone instead of simply sending the student who is causing the issue out. this leads to constant repetition of the same thing meaning we don’t really learn anything.

As said in another review on school-parrot that the students are ‘feral’ is extremely true
Students take horrible pictures of people and post it for the idea of ‘fun’ which is just humiliation not only that but they are always fighting in the the nearby park and overall they are like wild animals
Not only are they foul to each other. They also drink and smoke ( vapes , spliffs , ect )
They do this ON SCHOOL GROUNDS and if someone is caught they get a week worth of isolation and no other punishment

The food looks disgusting meaning most kids get a biscuit , cake or jelly with a water which is not a substantial lunch amount at all

Over all disgusting and you should not send your child here.
Safety & Wellbeing 1/5
Teaching & Learning 2/5
Communication 1/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 1/5
Facilities 1/5
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Parent Unconfirmed
Parent Mar 30, 2023
1.0

"Student as of now"

This school is terrible. The priorities are in all the wrong places - they care more about shoes than bullying -

The education is mediocre because most of the time the teachers are just shouting and repeat themselves over and over again because of this!

The school also has horrible first aid , you can go but nothing will be done

Please do not send a child here they will hate it as much as the rest of us here do
Safety & Wellbeing 1/5
Teaching & Learning 2/5
Communication 3/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 1/5
Facilities 1/5
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Olivia W. Unconfirmed
Parent Feb 1, 2023
5.0

"Love the School!"

My child loves King's Hawthornes and I'm so grateful to have found such a wonderful school. The teachers are caring and the facilities are excellent. The annual Believe Festival is a highlight of the year and it's wonderful to see the kids showcasing their talents.
Safety & Wellbeing 5/5
Teaching & Learning 5/5
Communication 5/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5
Facilities 5/5
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Parent Unconfirmed
Parent Oct 11, 2022
1.0

"Don't send your kids here. "

This is a shockingly terrible school. The head teacher is only available for photo opportunities, for anything serious he passes it off as quickly as possible. The Deputy head speaks down to everyone and will over talk you when you try to bring up any problems. They turn a blind eye to bullying. They don't safe guard the students. The students smoke weed and vapes on the premises and the teachers pretend it's not happening. The kids at this school can only be described as ferral.
Safety & Wellbeing 1/5
Teaching & Learning 1/5
Communication 1/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 1/5
Facilities 1/5
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Emily B. Unconfirmed
Parent Sep 1, 2022
5.0

"Excellent Leadership Academy!"

I was a bit nervous about sending my child to a new school, but King's Leadership Academy Hawthornes has exceeded all my expectations. The teachers are supportive and the facilities are top-notch. My child is thriving and loves the enrichment programs they offer.
Safety & Wellbeing 5/5
Teaching & Learning 5/5
Communication 5/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5
Facilities 5/5
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Aisha G. Unconfirmed
Parent Mar 20, 2022
4.0

"Positive Experience So Far"

My child is enjoying their time at King's Hawthornes and I'm pleased with the progress they're making. The teachers are knowledgeable and the school's focus on creativity is great. My only suggestion would be to improve communication with parents - sometimes it feels like we're not in the loop.
Safety & Wellbeing 4/5
Teaching & Learning 4/5
Communication 4/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5
Facilities 5/5
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Parent Unconfirmed
Parent Aug 15, 2021
2.0

"former student"

The school is good like the environment but the teachers are not that good as you report something and they do nothing about it it needs to be improved and you learn nothing so I do not recommend this school
Safety & Wellbeing 3/5
Teaching & Learning 2/5
Communication 5/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 2/5
Facilities 5/5
D
David M. Unconfirmed
Parent Jun 15, 2021
5.0

"Great Character-Building Experience"

My child attended King's Hawthornes for a few years and I was impressed by the strong emphasis on character development. The school's values of aspiration, achievement, self-awareness, professionalism, integrity, and endeavour really stick with the kids. The annual residential trip is a highlight for many.
Safety & Wellbeing 5/5
Teaching & Learning 5/5
Communication 4/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5
Facilities 5/5
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Parent Unconfirmed
Parent Mar 17, 2021
5.0

"Excellent "

Brilliant school and brilliant teacher and staff
Safety & Wellbeing 4/5
Teaching & Learning 5/5
Communication 3/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5
Facilities 5/5

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