Mark Hall Academy

About Mark Hall Academy

We are on an exciting journey at Mark Hall to ensure that our students experience a quality education and leave our academy prepared for their lives as young adults with academic qualifications and personal skills that allow them to thrive as citizens in our communities and the wider world.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Mr M Carter

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 5.0

Teaching Quality 5.0

Communication 5.0

Student Wellbeing 4.5

Facilities 5.0

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 101 responses • 12% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

68.3% positive 30.7% negative

My child feels safe at this school

76.3% positive 23.8% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

66.3% positive 27.7% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

70.3% positive 22.8% negative

My child does well at this school

68.4% positive 27.8% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 101 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

49.6

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

34.2

Attainment 8

Average grade across 8 subjects

-0.82

Progress 8

Well below average

18.5%

English & Maths 9-5

Strong pass in both

45.9%

English & Maths 9-4

Standard pass in both

Additional Information

58.0% entered EBacc

10.2% achieved EBacc

157 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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Mark T Unconfirmed

Parent Jun 15, 2023

5.0

"A True Gem"

My daughter graduated from Mark Hall a few years ago, and I still can't praise the school enough. The Holocaust Education Trust's Testimony 360 program was a highlight of her education - it really opened her eyes to the importance of learning from the past. Mark Hall is a true gem - don't hesitate to send your children here!

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Sarah W Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"Outstanding School"

My son is thriving at Mark Hall Academy. The teachers are supportive, and the facilities are excellent. I love the emphasis on determination, confidence, and respect - it really shows in the students' behavior. We're so proud to be part of the Mark Hall community!

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 5/5

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Emily G Unconfirmed

Parent Jan 20, 2022

4.0

"Mixed Experience"

My child is still in the early stages at Mark Hall, but I've had some mixed experiences so far. The teachers are generally good, but I've noticed some inconsistencies in the curriculum. That being said, I love the focus on determination, confidence, and respect - it's definitely rubbing off on my child! Let's see how the next few years go...

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 3/5

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