The Bulwell Academy

About The Bulwell Academy

The Bulwell Academy is a school where every student and member of staff feels proud and privileged to belong. Our mission is clear: to make The Bulwell Academy the school of choice—a place where every student and member of staff feels proud and privileged to belong.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Mr Matt Irons

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.3

Teaching Quality 5.0

Communication 4.3

Student Wellbeing 4.3

Facilities 4.3

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

61.6

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

34.1

Attainment 8

Average grade across 8 subjects

-0.72

Progress 8

Well below average

26.2%

English & Maths 9-5

Strong pass in both

47.6%

English & Maths 9-4

Standard pass in both

Additional Information

6.8% entered EBacc

4.2% achieved EBacc

191 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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Helen G

Parent Jan 10, 2023

4.0

"Mixed feelings about the school"

We chose Bulwell Academy for its academic reputation, but we've had some mixed experiences. Some of the teachers are excellent, while others seem a bit disorganised. The school also seems to be cutting back on some of its extracurricular activities, which is disappointing.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 3/5

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Emily B

Parent Sep 15, 2022

5.0

"Excellent choice for our son"

We're so glad we chose The Bulwell Academy for our son. The school's values of Aspire, Work hard and Be kind really shine through in the teachers and staff we've met. We love the facilities, especially the new sports hall!

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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James T

Parent Jun 20, 2022

5.0

"Supportive environment"

Our daughter has really thrived at Bulwell Academy. The teachers are always available to help and the school's focus on academic success is exactly what we wanted for her. We've also been impressed with the opportunities for extracurricular activities.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Lisa P

Parent Mar 25, 2022

4.0

"Helpful transition to secondary school"

My son joined Bulwell Academy in Year 7 and we found the transition process to be really smooth. The admissions team were helpful and the school's welcome events were a great way to meet other parents and students. Our son has settled in well and we're happy with the education he's receiving.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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