Ibstock School

About Ibstock School

Ibstock School believes that every student, no matter what their starting point, should have access to the same opportunities as their peers. Our broad curriculum and opportunities programme makes sure this happens. At Ibstock School our aim is to develop and encourage all students to be well rounded members of the community who thrive in the next stage of their education and beyond.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Ben White

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 5.0

Teaching Quality 4.7

Communication 4.7

Student Wellbeing 4.7

Facilities 4.7

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 104 responses • 14.1% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

63.5% positive 34.6% negative

My child feels safe at this school

62.5% positive 33.6% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

42.3% positive 54.8% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

58.7% positive 33.7% negative

My child does well at this school

58.7% positive 35.6% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 104 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

43.5

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

39.0

Attainment 8

Average grade across 8 subjects

-0.61

Progress 8

Well below average

35.6%

English & Maths 9-5

Strong pass in both

50.8%

English & Maths 9-4

Standard pass in both

Additional Information

13.6% entered EBacc

7.6% achieved EBacc

118 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 Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"Fantastic School Community! "

We've had a great experience at Ibstock School. The teachers are supportive, and the opportunities programme is fantastic for our child. Ibstock School has created a sense of community that we feel proud to be a part of.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Ruth W Unconfirmed

Parent Mar 1, 2022

5.0

"Love the ethos!"

We love the ethos of Ibstock School, which focuses on Opportunity, Responsibility, and Understanding. The teachers are passionate about teaching, and the students are respectful and kind. We feel grateful to be part of this community.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 4/5

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David P Unconfirmed

Parent Jan 15, 2022

4.0

"Good but could improve"

Our child has had a good experience at Ibstock School. The facilities are excellent, and the teachers are knowledgeable. However, we feel that the school could do more to support students with mental health issues.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Samantha T Unconfirmed

Parent Jun 1, 2020

5.0

"Exceptional Education"

We were completely satisfied with our child's education at Ibstock School. The broad curriculum and the strong foundation of OUR community (Opportunity, Responsibility, and Understanding) prepared our child well for higher education.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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