The Reach Free School

About The Reach Free School

The Reach Free School is a place where pupils thrive. Our mission is to build a truly exceptional school, with a culture of high standards and ambitious, achievable goals. We know their time here is precious, and we are dedicated to making their secondary school experience as successful and enjoyable as possible.

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Key Facts

Founded 2013

Head/Principal Richard Booth

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.5

Teaching Quality 4.5

Communication 5.0

Student Wellbeing 4.5

Facilities 4.5

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 130 responses • 17.3% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

93% positive 6.2% negative

My child feels safe at this school

92.3% positive 6.9% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

91.5% positive 8.4% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

89.2% positive 7.7% negative

My child does well at this school

89.2% positive 7% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 130 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

44.3

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

46.6

Attainment 8

Average grade across 8 subjects

-0.02

Progress 8

Below average

43.6%

English & Maths 9-5

Strong pass in both

64.1%

English & Maths 9-4

Standard pass in both

Additional Information

73.5% entered EBacc

38.5% achieved EBacc

117 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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Sophie M Unconfirmed

Parent Mar 20, 2023

5.0

"Fantastic School with a True Focus on Learning"

We're thoroughly impressed with The Reach Free School, particularly the way they've encouraged our daughter's love of learning. The facilities are modern and well-equipped, and the staff are friendly and supportive. We also appreciate the emphasis on community service and helping others - it's wonderful to see the pupils making a positive impact on the world.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Emily B Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"Wonderful School in Every Way!"

We're so pleased with our decision to send our daughter to The Reach Free School! She's thrived in the supportive community and enjoyed the wide range of extracurricular activities. The facilities are modern and well-maintained, and we love the emphasis on ACE - Achievement, Community, and Enjoyment.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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David T Unconfirmed

Parent Jun 15, 2021

4.0

"Excellent School with a Great Atmosphere"

We were impressed by the school's commitment to providing a well-rounded education and supporting the local community. Our son particularly enjoyed the lunchtime meals, which were healthy and varied. However, we did find the communication from the school sometimes a bit lacking - it would be great to see more updates from the teachers and staff.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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