The Ramsey Academy, Halstead

About The Ramsey Academy, Halstead

The Ramsey Academy is a popular over-subscribed secondary school in the heart of the Halstead community. Our focus is to ‘Achieve Excellence Together’. We work hard to support students in their educational journey and provide them with the skills and knowledge they need for their future.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Mr. C. Appleford

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.7

Teaching Quality 4.7

Communication 4.7

Student Wellbeing 5.0

Facilities 4.7

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 166 responses • 22.3% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

75.3% positive 24.1% negative

My child feels safe at this school

74.1% positive 24.8% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

47.6% positive 43.4% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

59.1% positive 28.3% negative

My child does well at this school

65.7% positive 28.3% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 166 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

43.8

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

44.3

Attainment 8

Average grade across 8 subjects

-0.05

Progress 8

Below average

42.8%

English & Maths 9-5

Strong pass in both

61.2%

English & Maths 9-4

Standard pass in both

Additional Information

28.9% entered EBacc

14.5% achieved EBacc

152 pupils in cohort

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

Reviews 4

K

Kevin T. Unconfirmed

Parent Oct 1, 2022

4.0

"Mixed Experience"

We've had a mixed experience at The Ramsey Academy so far. My child enjoys their lessons and the extracurricular activities, but sometimes the communication between school and home could be better. Overall, it's a good school, but there's room for improvement.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 4/5

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Emily D. Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"Excellent School Experience"

We've had the best experience at The Ramsey Academy. My son has thrived academically and socially, and the staff are always supportive and encouraging. The facilities are fantastic, and the extracurricular activities are so diverse.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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David W. Unconfirmed

Parent Jun 15, 2022

5.0

"Excellent Education"

Our child attended The Ramsey Academy for 3 years, and we were thoroughly impressed with the education they received. The 'Achieve Excellence Together' values are truly lived by the staff and students, and our child has gone on to excel at university.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Ruth F. Unconfirmed

Parent Jan 1, 2022

4.0

"Supportive Environment"

The Ramsey Academy has a wonderful atmosphere, and the staff are always available to offer help and support. My child loves attending school, and the opportunities they're given to participate in extracurricular activities are fantastic.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 4/5

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