Outwood Academy Bydales

About Outwood Academy Bydales

Outwood Academy Bydales is a welcoming and supportive academy with a relentless determination to provide the very best education for every child. We place students at the centre of everything we do, with a focus on creating a culture of success and a positive climate for learning.

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Key Facts

Founded 2014

Head/Principal Robert McGreal

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.5

Teaching Quality 5.0

Communication 4.5

Student Wellbeing 4.0

Facilities 4.5

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 113 responses • 13.7% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

67.3% positive 32.7% negative

My child feels safe at this school

82.3% positive 16.8% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

71.7% positive 25.7% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

79.6% positive 13.3% negative

My child does well at this school

70% positive 23% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 113 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

48.4

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

48.9

Attainment 8

Average grade across 8 subjects

+0.03

Progress 8

Above average

57.8%

English & Maths 9-5

Strong pass in both

79.6%

English & Maths 9-4

Standard pass in both

Additional Information

72.8% entered EBacc

46.9% achieved EBacc

147 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 B Unconfirmed

Parent Jan 15, 2023

5.0

"Exceptional education, wonderful teachers"

Outwood Academy Bydales has been a game-changer for our family. The teachers are knowledgeable, passionate, and genuinely care about each student's progress. My child has excelled in various subjects, and we're grateful for the excellent guidance and support they've received throughout their journey.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 5/5

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Sophie J Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"Excellent school, supportive staff"

My child has been attending Outwood Academy Bydales for two years now and we've been thoroughly impressed with the school's facilities, values, and programs. The staff are always willing to listen and provide guidance when needed. We've noticed a significant improvement in our child's grades and confidence since joining the academy.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Rachel T Unconfirmed

Parent Jun 20, 2021

4.0

"A mixed experience"

We had a mixed experience at Outwood Academy Bydales. While the academy's focus on students' well-being and mental health is commendable, we found the communication between teachers and parents to be inconsistent at times. Our child had a great teacher in Year 7, but the subsequent years saw a decline in teacher quality. We've since moved to another school, but our experience at Bydales was not without its positives.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 4/5

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