Wilshere-Dacre Junior Academy

About Wilshere-Dacre Junior Academy

We are a popular junior school with a current roll of 266 children. We value and recognise the unique and distinct character of every member of our school family. We deliver an inclusive school where children love to learn and teachers love to teach.

Key Facts

Founded 2014

Students 266

Head/Principal Mrs Sarah Smith

Rating Breakdown

Based on verified reviews

Safety & Security 4.5

Teaching Quality 5.0

Communication 5.0

Student Wellbeing 4.5

Facilities 5.0

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 108 responses • 41.1% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

96.3% positive 3.7% negative

My child feels safe at this school

95.4% positive 2.8% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

96.3% positive 2.8% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

87% positive 8.3% negative

My child does well at this school

96.3% positive 2.7% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 108 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.

22.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

12.0

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Primary School Results (Key Stage 2)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

68.0%

Reading, Writing & Maths

Meeting expected standard

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

Reviews 3

D

Daniel T

Parent Jan 20, 2023

5.0

"A Star in Our Community"

We're so lucky to have Wilshere-Dacre Junior Academy as our local school. The values of hard work, kindness, and respect are truly embedded in the culture, and we've seen our child grow and thrive since starting here. The headteacher and staff are always looking for ways to improve and involve the community, and we feel really supported.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Emily S

Parent Feb 15, 2022

5.0

"Fantastic School and Community"

I've been so impressed with the care and education my son has received at Wilshere-Dacre Junior Academy. The teachers and staff are always friendly and approachable, and the facilities are top-notch. We've also been really grateful for the opportunity to get involved with the school community through events like the Christmas Tree Festival.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 5/5

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Rachel B

Parent May 1, 2021

4.0

"A Good but Not Great Experience"

We had our child at Wilshere-Dacre Junior Academy for a few years, and while we were generally happy with the education and care, we felt that the communication with parents could be better. The facilities are nice, and the staff are usually friendly, but we sometimes found it difficult to get information about upcoming events and deadlines.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 4/5

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