Notre Dame Catholic Academy

About Notre Dame Catholic Academy

Notre Dame Catholic Academy and Sixth Form is an ambitious Catholic school that combines academic excellence with strong Catholic family values; we care about people and standards in equal measure.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Mrs V Taylor

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.7

Teaching Quality 4.0

Communication 4.3

Student Wellbeing 4.7

Facilities 4.3

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 38 responses • 3.8% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

44.7% positive 55.3% negative

My child feels safe at this school

52.6% positive 42.2% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

29% positive 65.8% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

26.3% positive 63.2% negative

My child does well at this school

39.5% positive 57.9% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 38 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

58.3

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

Note: Progress 8 scores are not available for 2024-25 and 2025-26 academic years due to COVID-19 impact on prior attainment data.

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

Reviews 4

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Dunn John Verified

Ex parent Jan 23, 2026

1.0

"Poor SEN service!"

Bitterly disappointed by this school! Their dealings with SEN are poor! They don’t care they want rid as it’s all about their numbers looking good nothing else! My grandson has been let down by them all while they claim the Sen funding’s! Now excluded they should be ashamed of themselves. They have also closed the pods so kids have no safe sanctuary to go! Al down to money ! Shame and this is a religious school!

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Sophie M

Parent Feb 20, 2022

5.0

"Excellent School with Strong Catholic Values"

I'm so grateful my child attends Notre Dame Catholic Academy. The teachers are dedicated and caring, and the facilities are modern and well-maintained. I love how the school focuses on the values of power for good, courage, and charity - it's clear that these values are deeply ingrained in the students.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 4/5

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Emily G

Parent Sep 1, 2021

5.0

"Amazing School with Great Support"

Notre Dame Catholic Academy has been a game-changer for my child. The school's support for students with SEND is outstanding, and the teachers are always available to offer extra help. I'm so impressed with the school's commitment to academic excellence and its focus on helping students grow into confident and compassionate individuals.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Rachel P

Parent Jun 15, 2020

4.0

"A Good School with Room for Improvement"

I have mixed feelings about Notre Dame Catholic Academy. While the school has a strong sense of community and the teachers are generally supportive, I felt that the school could do more to engage with parents and involve them in decision-making processes. My child had a positive experience, but I wish the school had been more proactive in communicating with me about their progress and any issues that arose.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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