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Gloucester Academy

Gloucester, United Kingdom
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About Gloucester Academy

Gloucester Academy is an exceptional school that has become one of the most improved in the country. We believe that our students will all be exceptional, not only by achieving great outcomes but by becoming happy, confident members of society. We work hard to ensure our students feel that they belong to their school and dedicate a great deal of time to celebrating their achievements each and every day.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Phillipa Lewis

Rating Breakdown

Based on verified 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 • 72 responses • 7.7% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

72.2% positive 26.4% negative

My child feels safe at this school

70.9% positive 27.8% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

72.2% positive 27.7% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

76.4% positive 16.6% negative

My child does well at this school

73.6% positive 18% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 72 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
55.1
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

39.5
Attainment 8
Average grade across 8 subjects
+0.16
Progress 8
Above average
28.2%
English & Maths 9-5
Strong pass in both
50.0%
English & Maths 9-4
Standard pass in both

Additional Information

19.0% entered EBacc
9.9% achieved EBacc
142 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 M
Parent Sep 20, 2022
5.0

"Excellence in Every Aspect"

My son has been attending Gloucester Academy for the past three years and I have been consistently impressed with the school's commitment to excellence. The facilities are modern and well-maintained, and the teachers are always going above and beyond to support the students. I love the school's values of ambition, excellence, and pride - they really do reflect the school's ethos. I would highly recommend Gloucester Academy to any parent.
Safety & Wellbeing 5/5
Teaching & Learning 5/5
Communication 5/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5
Facilities 5/5
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Mark S
Parent May 15, 2022
4.0

"A Great School Experience"

My daughter graduated from Gloucester Academy last year and I was thrilled with the education she received. The school's focus on personal development and career education was particularly impressive, and she has since gone on to secure a great apprenticeship. While there were a few occasions when I had to chase up on communication, the school's values and ethos really did shine through in the way they treated my daughter. I would definitely consider Gloucester Academy for any future children we may have.
Safety & Wellbeing 5/5
Teaching & Learning 4/5
Communication 4/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5
Facilities 4/5
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Helen W
Parent Feb 10, 2022
4.0

"A Good but Not Exceptional Experience"

My son has been at Gloucester Academy for a year now and while I have been generally pleased with the school, I do feel that they could do more to engage with parents. The facilities are excellent and the teachers seem to be enthusiastic, but I have noticed that my son sometimes gets lost in the big classes. Overall, I would say that Gloucester Academy is a good school, but not exceptional. I hope that with time and effort, they can improve their communication and support for parents.
Safety & Wellbeing 4/5
Teaching & Learning 4/5
Communication 3/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5
Facilities 4/5

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