Alde Valley Academy

About Alde Valley Academy

Alde Valley Academy is a vibrant and rapidly growing mixed academy, proudly serving the community of Leiston, Suffolk. Our aim is to Achieve Success Together through our values: Aspire and Achieve, Lead with Kindness, Stronger Together.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Mr G Hetherington

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.3

Teaching Quality 4.7

Communication 4.3

Student Wellbeing 4.3

Facilities 4.7

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

39.7

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

40.6

Attainment 8

Average grade across 8 subjects

-0.33

Progress 8

Below average

30.0%

English & Maths 9-5

Strong pass in both

58.9%

English & Maths 9-4

Standard pass in both

Additional Information

12.2% entered EBacc

5.6% achieved EBacc

90 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 B Unconfirmed

Parent Jun 1, 2022

5.0

"Excellent School with Great Values!"

We've been so impressed with the way Alde Valley Academy has supported our daughter's growth and development. The emphasis on kindness and compassion is wonderful and something we've seen in practice every day. The facilities are also excellent and the teachers are always available to discuss progress.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Helen M Unconfirmed

Parent Mar 1, 2022

5.0

"Excellent school with great opportunities"

We've been really pleased with the opportunities that Alde Valley Academy has provided for our daughter. She's been able to participate in extracurricular activities and develop her interests in areas like music and drama. The teachers are also supportive and encouraging.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Sarah T Unconfirmed

Parent Aug 1, 2021

5.0

"Wonderful school that really cares"

We were very happy with Alde Valley Academy when our child was a student there. The school's values of kindness, compassion, and teamwork really shine through in the way the teachers and staff interact with the students. We were particularly impressed with the support the school offers for students with SEND needs.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 5/5

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David G Unconfirmed

Parent Dec 1, 2020

4.0

"Good but could improve on communication"

Alde Valley Academy has been a good choice for our son so far. The teachers are enthusiastic and the facilities are great. However, we've sometimes found it hard to get in touch with teachers or get updates on our child's progress. This is something they could improve on.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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