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Hetton Academy has an overall rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 parent and student reviews on SchoolBrowse. These reviews cover various aspects including safety, teaching quality, communication, wellbeing, facilities, inclusion, and value for money.

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Secondary Ofsted Requires Improvement

Hetton Academy

Houghton le Spring, United Kingdom

4.0

2 reviews

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About Hetton Academy

At Hetton Academy, we strive to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where students can thrive and reach their full potential. Located in the heart of Houghton le Spring, our school is committed to fostering a love of learning and promoting academic excellence. We look forward to welcoming our students and community to a world of discovery and growth.

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 59 responses • 8.8% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

72.8% positive 27.2% negative

My child feels safe at this school

74.6% positive 20.4% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

76.3% positive 22.1% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

81.4% positive 10.2% negative

My child does well at this school

79.7% positive 17% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 59 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

39.5

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

50.1

Attainment 8

Average grade across 8 subjects

+0.18

Progress 8

Above average

65.1%

English & Maths 9-5

Strong pass in both

76.4%

English & Maths 9-4

Standard pass in both

Additional Information

43.4% entered EBacc

41.5% achieved EBacc

106 pupils in cohort

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

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Reviews 2

David T Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 30, 2025

4.0

"Good School with Some Areas for Improvement"

I have mixed feelings about Hetton Academy. On the positive side, the school has a great atmosphere and the staff are generally very supportive. However, I feel that the school could do more to engage with parents and keep us informed about our child's progress.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 4/5

Emily W Unconfirmed

Parent Aug 24, 2025

4.0

"Excellent Support from Teachers"

I have been really impressed with the support that our child has received at Hetton Academy. The teachers have been fantastic in helping them catch up with work and providing extra support. I feel that they have really gone above and beyond to ensure our child's success.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 5/5

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Contact Information

Address North Road, Hetton-le-Hole

Phone +44 1915623322

Email [email protected]

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Official Ratings

Ofsted Sep 2021

Behaviour and Attitudes

Good

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Ofsted Sep 2021

Leadership and Management

Good

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Ofsted Sep 2021

Overall Effectiveness

Requires Improvement

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Ofsted Sep 2021

Personal Development

Good

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Ofsted Sep 2021

Quality of Education

Requires Improvement

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