Houstone School

About Houstone School

We are very proud of our academic ethos and curriculum, and enabling our pupils to achieve their potential is of paramount importance to us. We deliver a traditional curriculum to an exceptionally high standard to ensure good results.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Elizabeth English

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 5.0

Teaching Quality 4.5

Communication 4.5

Student Wellbeing 4.5

Facilities 4.5

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 154 responses • 23.4% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

57.8% positive 41.5% negative

My child feels safe at this school

68.2% positive 29.2% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

75.3% positive 20.1% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

76.7% positive 14.9% negative

My child does well at this school

64.9% positive 31.8% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 154 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

38.7

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

32.7

Attainment 8

Average grade across 8 subjects

-0.74

Progress 8

Well below average

26.9%

English & Maths 9-5

Strong pass in both

44.2%

English & Maths 9-4

Standard pass in both

Additional Information

1.9% entered EBacc

1.9% achieved EBacc

52 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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Sophie G. Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 1, 2023

5.0

"Outstanding facilities and teaching"

I'm so impressed with Houstone School! My children have been attending the school for a few years now, and I've seen them grow in confidence and academic ability. The facilities are top-notch, especially the new basketball hoops and the astro pitch. The teachers are supportive and knowledgeable, and the careers fair was a fantastic opportunity for my kids to explore their future options.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Emily M. Unconfirmed

Parent Mar 1, 2023

4.0

"Mixed feelings about the school"

I'm still getting used to Houstone School, and I have mixed feelings about it so far. On the one hand, the school seems to be well-organized, and the teachers seem knowledgeable. On the other hand, I've found the communication with parents to be a bit lacking at times. I'm hoping that as my child settles in, I'll see more positive changes.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 4/5

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David B. Unconfirmed

Parent Jun 15, 2022

4.0

"Excellent academic ethos and community"

I'm a former parent at Houstone School, and I have nothing but positive memories of my child's time there. The school's focus on academic excellence and its commitment to the values of integrity, ambition, and excellence really stood out to me. My child thrived in the school's supportive community, and I appreciate the opportunities they had to participate in sports and extracurricular activities.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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