Outwood Academy Hemsworth

About Outwood Academy Hemsworth

Outwood Academy Hemsworth is an 11-18 academy with a relentless focus on learning, providing a welcoming and supportive environment for students to achieve academic success and personal growth.

Key Facts

Head/Principal James Pape

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.0

Teaching Quality 4.0

Communication 4.3

Student Wellbeing 4.3

Facilities 4.3

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 138 responses • 12.5% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

75.4% positive 24.7% negative

My child feels safe at this school

73.9% positive 23.9% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

68.8% positive 29% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

81.9% positive 15.2% negative

My child does well at this school

79.7% positive 20.3% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 138 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

39.7

Attainment 8

Average grade across 8 subjects

-0.07

Progress 8

Below average

32.4%

English & Maths 9-5

Strong pass in both

58.4%

English & Maths 9-4

Standard pass in both

Additional Information

31.8% entered EBacc

19.1% achieved EBacc

173 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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Lee B Unconfirmed

Parent Jan 15, 2023

5.0

"Excellent Support for Students with SEND"

My child has been diagnosed with autism and Outwood Academy Hemsworth has been a godsend. The SEND team is incredibly supportive and the teachers have gone above and beyond to ensure my child's needs are met. I highly recommend the academy for any family.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 4/5

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Emily T Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 10, 2022

5.0

"A Truly Supportive Learning Environment"

We've been at Outwood Academy Hemsworth for 3 years now and have seen our child grow and thrive. The staff are always available to support and the facilities are top-notch. I love how the academy puts students first and focuses on creating a positive climate for learning.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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James H Unconfirmed

Parent Aug 25, 2022

5.0

"Fantastic First Year"

Our child has just started at Outwood Academy Hemsworth and we're absolutely delighted. The teachers are enthusiastic and the students seem happy and engaged. We've also been impressed by the academy's commitment to British values and the sense of community. Can't wait to see how our child thrives over the next 5 years!

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Sophia W Unconfirmed

Parent Jun 20, 2022

3.0

"Mixed Experience"

I have mixed feelings about Outwood Academy Hemsworth. On the one hand, the staff are friendly and the facilities are modern. However, I felt that my child's GCSE results could have been better and the communication with parents could be improved. Perhaps it's just a phase, but I'm not sure I'd recommend the academy as strongly as I used to.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 4/5

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