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About Hertswood Academy

Hertswood Academy is a thriving and happy learning-focused community. We provide an engaging learning environment with an innovative curriculum, personalised care and support and a broad enrichment programme for all students.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Peter Gillett

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews
Safety & Security 4.2
Teaching Quality 3.8
Communication 4.0
Student Wellbeing 4.0
Facilities 4.0

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 71 responses • 6.1% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

64.8% positive 35.2% negative

My child feels safe at this school

60.6% positive 32.4% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

40.9% positive 52.1% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

64.8% positive 31% negative

My child does well at this school

64.8% positive 32.4% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 71 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
69.0
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

38.9
Attainment 8
Average grade across 8 subjects
-0.19
Progress 8
Below average
28.4%
English & Maths 9-5
Strong pass in both
52.7%
English & Maths 9-4
Standard pass in both

Additional Information

46.8% entered EBacc
10.4% achieved EBacc
201 pupils in cohort

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

Reviews 6

P
Parent Unconfirmed
Parent Oct 9, 2023
1.0

"thieves"

i had a very expensive coat and for some unknown reason a teacher took it to lost property when i went toilet, and every time i wanted to go look for it they said no like idiots. the last time i went to look for it some lady decides to be so difficult and tell me to be kind and ask, i was being kind u just made me angry, it was like talking to a brick wall. and now some uneducated woman has given it to a charity, it was a £500 coat this school acc has issues so does every teacher. i hope u all see this u are the most tit faced people ive ever met, how u gunna be a teacher and be so slow in the head do your jobs u mugs. now thanks to all you low intelligent people i will freeze this winter, i guarantee one of you husband-less sad, sad woman have taken it. do u want anything else, my phone?, my money ?
do ur job its not that difficult dont sit their and say i should of came and got it, you should of used your non-existent brain and let me look for my coat. its so simple. no wonder you got a job to work in the office, your all to thick in the head to be a teacher (other than miss audbrey and miss lace). if u managed to get my bag back to me after year how come u couldn't do the same with my coat. this shithole school is overflowing with delinquent teachers. normally i wouldn't care but this coat was £500 ! and i didnt even get an option to come look for it
no teacher in this school wants to help, your all delusional little tarts now thanks to u some random smack head has my coat !!!!!!!!
Safety & Wellbeing 1/5
Teaching & Learning 1/5
Communication 1/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 1/5
Facilities 1/5
P
Parent Unconfirmed
Parent May 17, 2023
1.0

"don’t go here it will be ur biggest regret"

this school is the worst regret of my life, i’m going through such a hard time and teachers don’t care at all they just want ur work to be done. teachers don’t understand what anyone is going through. u get straight into isolation if u do anything THEY don’t like
Safety & Wellbeing 1/5
Teaching & Learning 1/5
Communication 2/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 2/5
Facilities 1/5
S
Sophie G Unconfirmed
Parent May 15, 2023
5.0

"Happy with Our Decision"

We were a bit nervous about choosing a new school for our daughter, but we're so glad we chose Hertswood Academy. The 'Home Truths' session on homelessness really opened her eyes to the issues affecting young people, and she's been inspired to help make a difference. The school's values and commitment to excellence are just what we were looking for.
Safety & Wellbeing 5/5
Teaching & Learning 4/5
Communication 5/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5
Facilities 5/5
E
Emily W Unconfirmed
Parent Feb 10, 2023
5.0

"Excellent School for My Child"

I've been really impressed with Hertswood Academy. The facilities are fantastic, and my child loves the theatre and sports facilities. The values of the school align with what I believe in, and I love the way they encourage creativity and independence. My child is thriving here!
Safety & Wellbeing 5/5
Teaching & Learning 5/5
Communication 5/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5
Facilities 5/5
M
Mark M Unconfirmed
Parent Nov 25, 2022
5.0

"Outstanding Experience"

My son is thriving at Hertswood Academy, and I'm so proud of the person he's becoming. The school's emphasis on hard work, good behaviour, and independence is just what we were looking for. The facilities are fantastic, and the staff are always supportive and approachable. We couldn't be happier with our decision to choose this school.
Safety & Wellbeing 5/5
Teaching & Learning 5/5
Communication 5/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5
Facilities 5/5
D
David B Unconfirmed
Parent Sep 20, 2022
4.0

"Great School, But Room for Improvement"

I have two children who attended Hertswood Academy, and we were generally happy with their experience. The school's emphasis on creativity and independence is great, and the facilities are excellent. However, I felt that the school could do more to support students with special needs. Overall, a good school, but with some areas for improvement.
Safety & Wellbeing 5/5
Teaching & Learning 4/5
Communication 4/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5
Facilities 4/5

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