The Highcrest Academy

About The Highcrest Academy

The Highcrest Academy is fully committed to safeguarding children and we kindly request that all of our visitors adhere to our safeguarding policies. We aim to provide all of our students with exciting opportunities which build confidence, develop a range of skills and promote academic excellence and a love of learning.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Mr Glen Burke

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.3

Teaching Quality 4.3

Communication 4.7

Student Wellbeing 4.7

Facilities 4.3

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 124 responses • 11.6% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

84.7% positive 15.3% negative

My child feels safe at this school

88.7% positive 9.7% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

75% positive 21% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

84.7% positive 8.9% negative

My child does well at this school

86.3% positive 11.3% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 124 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

63.1

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

39.9

Attainment 8

Average grade across 8 subjects

-0.39

Progress 8

Below average

38.5%

English & Maths 9-5

Strong pass in both

54.4%

English & Maths 9-4

Standard pass in both

Additional Information

25.8% entered EBacc

18.1% achieved EBacc

182 pupils in cohort

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

Reviews 4

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Emily J

Parent Sep 1, 2023

5.0

"Exceptional School for My Daughter's Growth"

I am thoroughly impressed with The Highcrest Academy. My daughter has thrived in her year 8 year, thanks to the wonderful teachers and supportive environment. The school's commitment to inclusivity and values such as sensitivity and resilience have really made a positive impact on her development.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Sophia T

Parent Mar 1, 2023

4.0

"Good School with Some Room for Improvement"

My daughter is in her final year at The Highcrest Academy, and while she has had some positive experiences, there are areas where I feel the school could improve. The facilities are excellent, and the teachers are generally supportive, but I have found the communication with teachers and staff to be inconsistent at times.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Hannah M

Parent Oct 1, 2022

5.0

"A Welcoming and Challenging Environment"

I have been thoroughly impressed with The Highcrest Academy since my daughter started in year 6. The school's inclusive culture and emphasis on values such as ambition and purpose have created a welcoming and challenging environment that has really helped her grow as a person.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Benjamin W

Parent Jun 1, 2022

5.0

"A Great Education Experience"

My son attended The Highcrest Academy and had a great overall experience. The school's facilities are excellent, and the teachers are very supportive. I was particularly pleased with the emphasis on character development and the school's virtuous values, which have clearly had a lasting impact on his life.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 4/5

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