Secondary
Ofsted Requires Improvement
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Key Facts
Head/Principal
Mrs K Williams
Rating Breakdown
Based on published reviews
Safety & Security
4.3
Teaching Quality
4.7
Communication
4.3
Student Wellbeing
4.3
Facilities
5.0
Parent Survey
Official Ofsted Parent View data • 47 responses • 6.4% response rate
My child is happy at this school
78.7% positive
21.2% negative
My child feels safe at this school
78.7% positive
21.2% negative
The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved
70.3% positive
23.4% negative
The school has high expectations for my child
83% positive
12.8% negative
My child does well at this school
82.9% positive
14.9% negative
I would recommend this school to another parent
Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 47 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
42.9
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
35.7
Attainment 8
Average grade across 8 subjects
-0.38
Progress 8
Below average
22.4%
English & Maths 9-5
Strong pass in both
46.2%
English & Maths 9-4
Standard pass in both
Additional Information
28.0% entered EBacc
14.0% achieved EBacc
143 pupils in cohort
Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables
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Ormiston Denes Academy has 4 reviews. Your honest review helps families make better school decisions.
Reviews 4
E
Emily B
Unconfirmed
Parent
Sep 1, 2022
5.0
"Excellent Education at Ormiston Denes!"
We've been really happy with the education our child has received at Ormiston Denes. The facilities are great and the staff are super supportive. We've seen our child thrive in the sports centre and enjoy the range of clubs on offer.
Safety & Wellbeing
4/5
Teaching & Learning
5/5
Communication
4/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing
4/5
Facilities
5/5
D
David M
Unconfirmed
Parent
Jun 15, 2022
5.0
"Wonderful School Community!"
We've been impressed by the values that Ormiston Denes Academy instills in its students. The school's emphasis on respect and kindness has really helped our child fit in and make friends. We're so grateful to be part of this community!
Safety & Wellbeing
5/5
Teaching & Learning
5/5
Communication
5/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing
5/5
Facilities
5/5
J
James T
Unconfirmed
Parent
Jan 10, 2022
4.0
"Mixed Bag, but Potential for Improvement"
We've had some ups and downs with our child's experience at Ormiston Denes. While the teachers are generally great, we feel that the school could do more to support students with special needs. We're hoping to see some improvements in the new year.
Safety & Wellbeing
4/5
Teaching & Learning
3/5
Communication
4/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing
4/5
Facilities
4/5
H
Helen S
Unconfirmed
Parent
Mar 20, 2021
4.0
"Moved Away, Happy Memories"
Our child moved on to sixth form, and although we've moved away, we're still proud of the education they received at Ormiston Denes. The school's support for students' mental health and wellbeing was particularly impressive. We'll always be grateful for the experience!
Safety & Wellbeing
4/5
Teaching & Learning
4/5
Communication
4/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing
4/5
Facilities
5/5
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