The Burton Borough School

About The Burton Borough School

We are committed to providing a high-quality education that prepares our students for a happy, successful life and enables them to make a positive contribution to society. Our school is built on the values of ambitious, proud, and caring.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Mrs C Bedford

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.5

Teaching Quality 5.0

Communication 4.0

Student Wellbeing 5.0

Facilities 4.5

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 19 responses • 1.7% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

5.3% positive 94.7% negative

My child feels safe at this school

15.8% positive 84.3% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

5.3% positive 94.8% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

15.8% positive 78.9% negative

My child does well at this school

10.6% positive 84.2% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 19 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

65.2

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

Note: Progress 8 scores are not available for 2024-25 and 2025-26 academic years due to COVID-19 impact on prior attainment data.

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

Reviews 3

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Emily W

Parent Oct 20, 2022

5.0

"Excellent School with Great Facilities"

My child has been attending Burton Borough School for three years now, and we are thoroughly impressed with the facilities and resources available. The school's emphasis on ambitious, proud, and caring values has really helped my child grow into a confident and compassionate individual. The Brilliant Club program has been especially helpful in fostering a love of learning.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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David T

Parent Feb 14, 2022

5.0

"Very Supportive Staff and Environment"

My child started at Burton Borough School this year, and we've been really pleased with the welcome they've received. The staff are friendly and supportive, and the school's focus on mental health and wellbeing has been particularly beneficial. We're excited to see our child grow and thrive in this environment.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 4/5

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Rachel P

Parent Aug 1, 2021

4.0

"Mixed Experience"

We moved out of the area a few years ago, but our child attended Burton Borough School for a couple of years. While we appreciated the school's commitment to its values and the quality of teaching, we did find the communication with parents to be a bit hit-and-miss at times. Overall, it was an okay experience, but not without its challenges.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 3/5

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