The Elms Academy

About The Elms Academy

The Elms Academy is an unapologetically ambitious school that fosters integrity, ambition, and determination in its students. It provides a wide range of academic and extracurricular activities to help students succeed in today's world. The school is part of United Learning and has a strong focus on bringing out the best in every student.

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Key Facts

Students 135

Head/Principal null

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.5

Teaching Quality 4.5

Communication 4.5

Student Wellbeing 4.5

Facilities 5.0

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 101 responses • 12.1% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

85.1% positive 11.9% negative

My child feels safe at this school

93.1% positive 7% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

89.1% positive 9.9% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

98% positive

My child does well at this school

89.1% positive 8.9% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 101 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

49.2

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

53.7

Attainment 8

Average grade across 8 subjects

+0.91

Progress 8

Well above average

59.7%

English & Maths 9-5

Strong pass in both

76.4%

English & Maths 9-4

Standard pass in both

Additional Information

61.1% entered EBacc

48.6% achieved EBacc

144 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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James T

Parent Feb 20, 2023

4.0

"Good values and education"

We sent our child to The Elms Academy for a few years and were pleased with the values they instilled. The education is also very good, they offer a wide range of subjects and have a great sixth form. However, we felt that the pastoral care could be improved at times.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 5/5

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Emily W

Parent Nov 10, 2022

5.0

"Excellent education and facilities"

We're really happy with The Elms Academy. Our child loves the sports clubs and has improved their skills greatly. The facilities are also excellent, the dance studio and drama room are fantastic.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Sophie B

Parent Jun 1, 2022

5.0

"Excellent school with great opportunities"

We've been impressed with The Elms Academy, our child has had great opportunities to develop their skills and interests. The enrichment experiences and careers advice have been particularly beneficial. We're also happy with the house system and how it promotes teamwork and friendship.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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