Marlwood School

About Marlwood School

Marlwood School is part of the Castle School Education Trust, committed to high quality education across primary, secondary and sixth form key stages. Our schools cover the South Gloucestershire area. We encourage independence within each school within a strong framework of values.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Mrs Helen Simmons

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.5

Teaching Quality 4.5

Communication 5.0

Student Wellbeing 5.0

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

33.3

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

47.6

Attainment 8

Average grade across 8 subjects

-0.22

Progress 8

Below average

50.0%

English & Maths 9-5

Strong pass in both

75.6%

English & Maths 9-4

Standard pass in both

Additional Information

46.5% entered EBacc

38.4% achieved EBacc

86 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 J

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"Amazing School!"

I'm so impressed with Marlwood School. The teachers are fantastic and the facilities are top-notch. My son loves playing on the all-weather pitch and the sports hall is amazing. The school's values of independence and hard work are really inspiring and I can see it making a difference in my son's life.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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David W

Parent Jun 15, 2022

5.0

"Excellent Education"

My daughter attended Marlwood School from Year 7 to 11 and I was really impressed with the education she received. The teachers were knowledgeable and enthusiastic, and the facilities were always well-maintained. I also appreciated the emphasis on values and character development, which I think really helped her to grow into a confident and responsible young adult.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Sarah K

Parent Feb 20, 2022

4.0

"Mixed Feelings"

I've had a bit of a mixed experience with Marlwood School so far. On the one hand, the teachers are very supportive and the facilities are great. However, I've found the communication between home and school to be a bit patchy at times, which can be frustrating. Overall, I think the school has a lot of potential, but it could do with a bit more attention to detail.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 3/5

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