John Port Spencer Academy

About John Port Spencer Academy

John Port Spencer Academy is a large secondary academy in Etwall, Derbyshire. With just over 2,000 students on roll we are one of the biggest secondary academies in the country. Our academy setting has a university campus feel.

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Key Facts

Students 2,000

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.5

Teaching Quality 4.5

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

119.0

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

50.0

Attainment 8

Average grade across 8 subjects

+0.11

Progress 8

Above average

54.7%

English & Maths 9-5

Strong pass in both

76.2%

English & Maths 9-4

Standard pass in both

Additional Information

21.5% entered EBacc

18.1% achieved EBacc

298 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 B

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"Exceptional School Experience"

My child has been at John Port Spencer Academy for a year now and we couldn't be happier. The facilities are top-notch, the teachers are supportive and the atmosphere is always positive. We've seen a significant improvement in their confidence and academic achievement. Well done John Port!

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, 2020

4.0

"Great all-round school"

My child is thriving at John Port Spencer Academy. The academy's focus on academic achievement, as well as sports and enrichment activities, has helped them develop a well-rounded set of skills. We're impressed with the quality of teaching and the facilities on offer.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Samantha K

Parent Mar 2, 2019

3.0

"Average experience"

Our child attended John Port Spencer Academy from Year 7 to Year 9 and had a reasonable experience. The teachers were mostly good, but there were a few who seemed disorganised. The facilities are excellent, but we felt that the school could have done more to support our child's special needs.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 3/5

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