The Sweyne Park School

About The Sweyne Park School

A thriving academy school in Rayleigh, Essex for pupils from 11 years to 19 years. Building character is at the heart of our school’s ethos along with respect and personal success.

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Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.3

Teaching Quality 4.7

Communication 4.3

Student Wellbeing 4.7

Facilities 4.7

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 142 responses • 10% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

85.9% positive 13.4% negative

My child feels safe at this school

89.4% positive 9.8% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

80.3% positive 16.2% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

83.1% positive 12.7% negative

My child does well at this school

86.6% positive 11.3% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 142 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

83.7

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

40.2

Attainment 8

Average grade across 8 subjects

-0.38

Progress 8

Below average

33.3%

English & Maths 9-5

Strong pass in both

58.7%

English & Maths 9-4

Standard pass in both

Additional Information

47.7% entered EBacc

26.1% achieved EBacc

264 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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Graham B Unconfirmed

Parent May 20, 2023

3.0

"Mixed Feelings about SP"

We left Sweyne Park a few years ago, but I still have mixed feelings about our time there. The school has some wonderful programs and facilities, but I sometimes felt that the staff could have been more approachable and responsive to parents' concerns.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 3/5

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Mark K Unconfirmed

Parent Feb 15, 2023

5.0

"A Great Place to Learn"

Sweyne Park has been a fantastic choice for my child. The facilities are excellent, the staff are caring and supportive, and the opportunities available are vast. I've seen my child thrive in the Duke of Edinburgh's Award and the Arts Award programmes.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Ruth C Unconfirmed

Parent Dec 1, 2022

4.0

"Building Character at SP"

The emphasis on building character at Sweyne Park really resonates with me. My child has learned so much about resilience and emotional intelligence, and it's amazing to see them apply these skills in their daily lives.

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 Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"Excellent Educators at SP!"

We've been so impressed with the teachers at Sweyne Park. They really take the time to understand each child's needs and tailor their lessons accordingly. My child has grown so much since starting here - thanks SP!

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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