Medeshamstede Academy

About Medeshamstede Academy

Medeshamstede Academy is an all through Academy for 117 pupils, aged 4 to 16. All pupils have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). Communication and Interaction with a diagnosis of Autism is their main presenting need.

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Key Facts

Students 117

Head/Principal Matthew Bloodworth-Flatt

Rating Breakdown

Based on verified reviews

Safety & Security 4.5

Teaching Quality 4.5

Communication 4.5

Student Wellbeing 4.5

Facilities 4.5

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 19 responses • 16.7% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

68.4% positive 26.3% negative

My child feels safe at this school

42.1% positive 31.6% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

42.1% positive 47.4% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

36.8% positive 47.3% negative

My child does well at this school

68.4% positive 21.1% 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.

20.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

5.7

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

1.5

Attainment 8

Average grade across 8 subjects

-1.72

Progress 8

Well below average

0.0%

English & Maths 9-5

Strong pass in both

0.0%

English & Maths 9-4

Standard pass in both

Additional Information

0.0% entered EBacc

0.0% achieved EBacc

15 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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David T

Parent Sep 20, 2022

4.0

"A Great Environment for My Child"

We've been really happy with the calm and safe environment at Medeshamstede Academy. The staff are always willing to listen and adapt to our child's needs, and the outdoor learning space is a great asset. One thing that could be improved is communication with parents - sometimes it feels like we're not informed about important events or updates.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Emily M

Parent Mar 15, 2022

5.0

"Fantastic Support for My Child"

We've been so impressed with the support and understanding the staff at Medeshamstede Academy have shown our child. The values of Responsibility, Resilience, Respect, and Reflection really shine through in everything they do. We've seen significant progress in our child's communication and interaction skills since joining the academy.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Hannah R

Parent Jun 10, 2021

5.0

"A Fantastic Academy with Amazing Staff"

We moved away from the area, but we still look back on our time at Medeshamstede Academy with fond memories. The staff were always incredibly supportive and went above and beyond to help our child thrive. The academy's commitment to helping children with autism and other special needs really resonated with us, and we feel grateful to have been a part of such a wonderful community.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 4/5

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