Highfields Academy

About Highfields Academy

Highfields Academy is a school that aims to provide high-quality learning experiences, recognising the importance of core subjects while offering a wide range of opportunities for creativity, learning, and fun. The school strives to create a learning environment where all children feel safe, valued, positive, and happy. It endeavours to help everyone achieve academic, creative, sporting, and personal success.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal V Hughes

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.5

Teaching Quality 5.0

Communication 5.0

Student Wellbeing 4.5

Facilities 4.5

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 50 responses • 20.3% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

84% positive 14% negative

My child feels safe at this school

92% positive 8% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

82% positive 16% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

62% positive 24% negative

My child does well at this school

70% positive 24% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 50 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.

22.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

11.2

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Primary School Results (Key Stage 2)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

53.0%

Reading, Writing & Maths

Meeting expected standard

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

Reviews 3

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Ruth M

Parent Jan 15, 2023

5.0

"A School That Truly Cares"

Highfields Academy has exceeded our expectations in every way. The teachers are dedicated and passionate, the facilities are modern and well-maintained, and the values of respect, responsibility, and resilience are truly embedded in the school culture. We feel so lucky to have our daughter attend 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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Emily B

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"Fantastic Experience for Our Son!"

We were so impressed with the Caterpillar Room and the way the staff nurtured our son's curiosity and love of learning. The facilities were excellent and the outdoor play areas were a big hit with him. We're so grateful to have been a part of the Highfields Academy community!

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Lee W

Parent Jun 1, 2022

4.0

"Mixed Feelings"

We've been pleased with the Reception class so far, but we're still getting used to the school's approach to homework and communication. The staff are always friendly and helpful, and our child loves the Caterpillar Room. Still, it's a big adjustment for us as parents, and it's taking some time to feel fully settled.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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