Shirebrook Academy

About Shirebrook Academy

Shirebrook Academy is a very special place full of young people with talent and potential. We strive for excellence and empower our students to reach their true potential. We work together in a mutually inclusive environment that respects every individual and their contribution.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Lindsey Burgin

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.7

Teaching Quality 4.3

Communication 5.0

Student Wellbeing 5.0

Facilities 4.7

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 40 responses • 4.9% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

37.5% positive 62.5% negative

My child feels safe at this school

47.5% positive 52.5% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

37.5% positive 52.5% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

52.5% positive 25% negative

My child does well at this school

40% positive 47.5% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 40 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

47.8

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

39.6

Attainment 8

Average grade across 8 subjects

-0.34

Progress 8

Below average

39.9%

English & Maths 9-5

Strong pass in both

60.7%

English & Maths 9-4

Standard pass in both

Additional Information

29.8% entered EBacc

19.0% achieved EBacc

168 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 W Unconfirmed

Parent Jun 1, 2022

5.0

"A wonderful and inclusive community"

I'm so impressed with the facilities at Shirebrook Academy. My son has really grown into the inclusive community and values that the school promotes. He loves the Barcelona trip and the opportunities to learn beyond the classroom. I highly recommend this school!

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Rachel T Unconfirmed

Parent Feb 15, 2022

5.0

"Excellent teaching and support"

The teaching at Shirebrook Academy is top-notch, and my daughter has received wonderful support from the staff. Her confidence has grown significantly since starting here, and I'm grateful for the character values education that's been instilled in her.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 4/5

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Kirsty B Unconfirmed

Parent Oct 1, 2021

5.0

"A great start to secondary school"

I was a bit worried about the transition from primary school to secondary, but Shirebrook Academy has been a wonderful surprise. The staff are friendly and approachable, and my daughter has settled in quickly. We're really pleased with the curriculum and the opportunities available.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Mark K Unconfirmed

Parent May 1, 2020

4.0

"Some good and some not-so-good"

We left Shirebrook Academy a few years ago, and while there were some positives, there were also some issues with communication and support. My son had some great teachers, but others not so much. Overall, it was an average experience, but we were excited to move on to a different school.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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