Ridgeway Primary Academy

About Ridgeway Primary Academy

Ridgeway is a lively and creative environment where everyone works together to maximise the best life-chances for all our pupils. We believe our school is an exciting place to be, where children are safe, happy and are inspired to learn.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Joanne Jelves & Laura Gray

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.3

Teaching Quality 4.7

Communication 4.7

Student Wellbeing 4.3

Facilities 4.7

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 66 responses • 15.9% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

93.9% positive 4.5% negative

My child feels safe at this school

93.9% positive 6% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

84.9% positive 13.7% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

92.4% positive 3% negative

My child does well at this school

95.5% positive 4.5% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 66 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.

22.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

18.9

Teachers (FTE)

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

Primary School Results (Key Stage 2)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

61.0%

Reading, Writing & Maths

Meeting expected standard

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

Reviews 4

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Rachel M Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 22, 2022

4.0

"Some minor issues, but overall a good school"

We've had a generally positive experience at Ridgeway Primary, but there have been a few incidents with bullying and communication from the school could be better. Hopefully, the school will continue to work on these areas.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 4/5

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Lily W Unconfirmed

Parent Feb 20, 2022

5.0

"A great school for our children"

We've been so impressed with Ridgeway Primary Academy. The staff are friendly and supportive, and the facilities are excellent. Our child loves the OPAL program and the homework tasks are engaging and fun.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 5/5

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Michael T Unconfirmed

Parent Nov 15, 2021

5.0

"Exceptional education and care"

We're really happy with the education and care our child is receiving at Ridgeway Primary. The school's values and STAR curriculum really resonate with us, and the teachers are always willing to listen and help.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Emma F Unconfirmed

Parent Jun 10, 2021

4.0

"A great experience for our child"

We moved to a new area and our child had to change schools. Ridgeway Primary made the transition so smooth and our child settled in quickly. The school's focus on outdoor play and learning was a great bonus.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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