The Wells Academy

About The Wells Academy

The Wells Academy is a school that strives for excellence and believes all children are entitled to an exceptional quality of education. We have a culture of high expectations, an ambitious and inclusive knowledge-rich curriculum, and inspirational subject experts. Our mission is to provide students with an education that allows them to live a life of meaning and purpose.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Mr Coles

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.5

Teaching Quality 4.5

Communication 5.0

Student Wellbeing 4.5

Facilities 5.0

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 36 responses • 5.1% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

83.3% positive 13.9% negative

My child feels safe at this school

94.4% positive 5.6% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

83.4% positive 11.2% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

88.9% positive 8.3% negative

My child does well at this school

88.9% positive 8.4% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 36 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

41.4

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

34.2

Attainment 8

Average grade across 8 subjects

-0.95

Progress 8

Well below average

25.8%

English & Maths 9-5

Strong pass in both

47.7%

English & Maths 9-4

Standard pass in both

Additional Information

23.5% entered EBacc

8.3% achieved EBacc

132 pupils in cohort

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

Reviews 3

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Kai C

Parent Jan 12, 2023

5.0

"Excellent facilities and staff"

The Wells Academy has exceeded our expectations in every way. The facilities are top-notch, and the staff are always welcoming and supportive. My child has really thrived in the school's inclusive environment, and we're grateful for the opportunities they've had.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 5/5

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Eleanor W

Parent Feb 16, 2022

5.0

"A truly supportive community!"

We've had our child at The Wells Academy since Year 7 and it's been an incredible journey. The values they're instilling in the children, such as resilience and ambition, are fantastic. The careers program is second to none, and our child had a fantastic time at the Nottingham Hoods Basketball Club Christmas Camp!

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Leah R

Parent Jun 21, 2021

3.0

"Mixed experience"

We moved to The Wells Academy a few years ago, but unfortunately, it didn't quite work out for us. Some of the teachers were fantastic, but others seemed a bit disorganized. The facilities are great, but it would be nice to see more opportunities for parent involvement.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 4/5

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