St Mary Magdalene Academy

About St Mary Magdalene Academy

St Mary Magdalene Academy is a Christian community of learning which aims to nurture young people to become high achievers and to discover their vocation in a global society. Our core values of Trust, Compassion, Forgiveness, Integrity, Resilience, and Thankfulness clearly come from our Christian foundation but are appropriate to a life lived well in any community.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal John Reardon (Secondary Headteacher), Kate Dingle (Primary Headteacher)

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.5

Teaching Quality 4.5

Communication 5.0

Student Wellbeing 4.5

Facilities 4.5

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

19.5:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

79.7

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

56.6

Attainment 8

Average grade across 8 subjects

+0.30

Progress 8

Above average

65.7%

English & Maths 9-5

Strong pass in both

79.8%

English & Maths 9-4

Standard pass in both

Additional Information

54.5% entered EBacc

42.4% achieved EBacc

198 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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David T

Parent Jan 20, 2023

5.0

"A great community of learners"

My daughter attended St Mary Magdalene Academy from Year 7 to Year 11 and had a fantastic experience. The school's focus on developing 'gentleness born of wisdom' really resonated with us as a family. We highly recommend it

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Emily W

Parent Sep 15, 2022

5.0

"Lovely school with excellent facilities"

My son is in his first year at St Mary Magdalene Academy and we're so glad we chose this school. The facilities are excellent, the teachers are supportive and the values are in line with our family's

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Asha K

Parent Jun 25, 2022

4.0

"Some mixed feelings"

We've had a few issues with communication from the school, but overall we're happy with the education our daughter is receiving. The Sixth Form Enrichment Programme looks great, but we're not sure if it's right for our family's needs

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 3/5

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