SMS Changing Lives School

About SMS Changing Lives School

SMS Changing Lives School is a school that helps young people who need a little extra. They use sports as the key motivating factor to help these young people. The school has a variety of programmes to help them.

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Key Facts

Founded 2007

Head/Principal Jonathan Davies

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 5.0

Teaching Quality 5.0

Communication 5.0

Student Wellbeing 4.5

Facilities 5.0

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

20.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

2.0

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.

Additional Information

11 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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Emily B.

Parent Sep 15, 2022

5.0

"A Game-Changer for My Son!"

I was blown away by the sports facilities at SMS! My son, who's always been shy, has found a newfound confidence on the football pitch. The teachers are supportive and understanding, and the focus on building character is exactly what he needs. I couldn't be happier with the progress he's made.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Mark D.

Parent Jun 20, 2022

5.0

"A Great Experience for My Daughter"

My daughter was struggling to find her place in a traditional school, but since joining SMS, she's come out of her shell. The art program is excellent, and she's discovered a passion for beauty therapy. The staff are friendly and approachable, and I appreciate the emphasis on physical wellbeing.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 5/5

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Ruth T.

Parent Mar 1, 2021

4.0

"A Mixed Experience"

I have mixed feelings about our experience at SMS. On the one hand, my son loved the sports program and made some great friends. However, I felt that the teaching staff could have been more supportive in some areas. Overall, it was a decent school, but I don't think it was the right fit for our family.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 3/5

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