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Allestree Woodlands School

Derby, United Kingdom
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4.7 /5

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About Allestree Woodlands School

Allestree Woodlands School is a thriving school with a growing intake, a wide level 3 subject offer at post-16, superb extra-curricular opportunities in sports, technology and the creative and performing arts as well as possessing tremendous facilities.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Mrs G. Penny

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews
Safety & Security 4.5
Teaching Quality 5.0
Communication 4.5
Student Wellbeing 4.5
Facilities 4.5

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
82.4
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

46.8
Attainment 8
Average grade across 8 subjects
-0.21
Progress 8
Below average
40.6%
English & Maths 9-5
Strong pass in both
66.5%
English & Maths 9-4
Standard pass in both

Additional Information

17.6% entered EBacc
14.6% achieved EBacc
239 pupils in cohort

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

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Emily W
Parent Sep 1, 2023
5.0

"Amazing school and values"

I was so impressed by the facilities and the values that Allestree Woodlands School promote. My child has made so many friends and is thriving in the CORE values of Courage, Optimism, Regard, and Endeavour. The teachers are also very supportive and encouraging.
Safety & Wellbeing 5/5
Teaching & Learning 5/5
Communication 5/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5
Facilities 5/5
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David T
Parent Jun 15, 2023
4.0

"Great experience, a few changes needed"

I have great memories of my child's time at Allestree Woodlands School. The school has a wonderful atmosphere and the teachers are dedicated. However, I do think that the school could benefit from more extracurricular activities for older students.
Safety & Wellbeing 4/5
Teaching & Learning 5/5
Communication 4/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5
Facilities 4/5
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Lily G
Parent Dec 20, 2022
5.0

"Excellent school with amazing opportunities"

My child is loving their time at Allestree Woodlands School. The school's commitment to equality and inclusion is inspiring, and the facilities are top-notch. I'm also impressed by the range of extracurricular activities available, including sports, music, and drama.
Safety & Wellbeing 5/5
Teaching & Learning 5/5
Communication 5/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5
Facilities 5/5

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