Outwood Academy Ripon

About Outwood Academy Ripon

We are 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 2011

Head/Principal Rachel Donohue

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 5.0

Teaching Quality 5.0

Communication 5.0

Student Wellbeing 4.5

Facilities 5.0

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

38.9

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

45.0

Attainment 8

Average grade across 8 subjects

+0.21

Progress 8

Above average

49.0%

English & Maths 9-5

Strong pass in both

75.9%

English & Maths 9-4

Standard pass in both

Additional Information

24.8% entered EBacc

20.7% achieved EBacc

145 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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Emily P Unconfirmed

Parent Jun 15, 2022

5.0

"Excellent School Experience"

Outwood Academy Ripon has been an excellent choice for our family. The facilities are top-notch, and the staff are always willing to listen and help. We're so impressed with the emphasis on personal development and the opportunities available for our daughter.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Oliver B Unconfirmed

Parent Feb 20, 2022

5.0

"Supportive Community"

We've been really pleased with the support and guidance our son has received at Outwood Academy Ripon. The anti-bullying measures are particularly effective, and the staff are always available to talk through any concerns.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 5/5

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Rebecca G Unconfirmed

Parent Nov 1, 2021

4.0

"Mixed Experience"

While we were initially happy with our child's experience at Outwood Academy Ripon, we did have some concerns about the curriculum and teaching methods. The facilities are great, but we felt that our child didn't receive the individual support they needed.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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