Sir William Robertson Academy, Welbourn

About Sir William Robertson Academy, Welbourn

Sir William Robertson Academy is a highly successful 11 – 18 co-educational non-selective school. Our school is proud to be one of the most sought after schools in Lincolnshire, with parents recognising the benefits of choosing a very successful school set in a peaceful and rural location.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Mr Scott Barlow

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.5

Teaching Quality 4.5

Communication 4.5

Student Wellbeing 4.5

Facilities 4.5

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 132 responses • 13.3% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

86.3% positive 11.3% negative

My child feels safe at this school

86.4% positive 9.1% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

81.1% positive 15.9% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

85.6% positive 9.9% negative

My child does well at this school

86.4% positive 9.1% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 132 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

58.5

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

43.1

Attainment 8

Average grade across 8 subjects

-0.04

Progress 8

Below average

32.9%

English & Maths 9-5

Strong pass in both

56.1%

English & Maths 9-4

Standard pass in both

Additional Information

42.6% entered EBacc

29.7% achieved EBacc

155 pupils in cohort

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

Reviews 3

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Emily W

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"A fantastic school experience!"

We've had a wonderful experience at SWRA so far. My child loves attending the school and the teachers are all so supportive and caring. The facilities are great, especially the sports facilities, and the values of 'No Borders, Just Horizons' really resonate with us.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Oliver F

Parent May 15, 2022

4.0

"A great all-rounder!"

My child has really flourished at SWRA. The school's approach to education is excellent, with a great balance between academic and extracurricular activities. We also appreciate the emphasis on pastoral care and the support for children with special educational needs.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Sian B

Parent Jan 25, 2022

4.0

"Some positives, but room for improvement"

We were pleased with the initial experience at SWRA, but unfortunately, our child's progress in certain subjects didn't quite meet our expectations. That being said, the school's approach to inclusion and the support for children with dyslexia were really impressive. Perhaps with some tweaks to their curriculum, they could be an even better school.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 3/5

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