Leigh Academy Snowfields

About Leigh Academy Snowfields

Leigh Academy Snowfields offers a highly-supportive pastoral structure, a commitment to instilling British values, and delivering a strong Spiritual, Moral, Social and Cultural (SMSC) education. Staff are trained to support those with both mental health difficulties and other behavioural needs. Every student experience is tailored to suit the needs and ambitions of each individual learner.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Dee Pickerill

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.3

Teaching Quality 4.7

Communication 4.7

Student Wellbeing 4.3

Facilities 4.7

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

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

20.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

15.2

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

17.1

Attainment 8

Average grade across 8 subjects

-1.70

Progress 8

Well below average

5.3%

English & Maths 9-5

Strong pass in both

26.3%

English & Maths 9-4

Standard pass in both

Additional Information

0.0% entered EBacc

0.0% achieved EBacc

19 pupils in cohort

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

Reviews 4

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Emily D

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"Exceptional School"

We cannot be happier with our experience at Leigh Academy Snowfields. The staff are caring, supportive and have helped our son to thrive in a safe and welcoming environment. The personalised approach to learning has been a game changer for him. Highly recommend!

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Leanne M

Parent Sep 1, 2021

4.0

"Excellent Support"

Our daughter is in Year 10 at Leigh Academy Snowfields and we've been blown away by the support she's received. The staff are always available to help with any issues, and the school's approach to mental health is outstanding. We're so grateful to have found a school that truly understands our daughter's needs.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Ryan O

Parent Mar 1, 2021

5.0

"A Place of Wonder"

We moved our son to Leigh Academy Snowfields from a mainstream school and it was the best decision we ever made. The facilities are excellent, and the staff are passionate about helping young people with autism. We love the values of 'Be Kind, Work Hard, Communicate, Stay Safe and Be Happy' and the emphasis on British values. Highly impressed!

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 5/5

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Daniel W

Parent Sep 1, 2020

3.0

"Mixed Experience"

We've had a mixed experience with Leigh Academy Snowfields so far. The staff are lovely, and the school's facilities are great, but we've had some issues with communication and consistency. The school is still finding its feet, so we're hoping things will improve over time.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 3/5

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