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Kenwood Academy

Sheffield, United Kingdom
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About Kenwood Academy

Kenwood Academy is a special learning community for neurodiverse young people in South Yorkshire. We are a registered 11-19 special school and our URN number is 149427. We are proud to be part of Nexus Multi-Academy Trust.

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Key Facts

Founded 2023
Head/Principal Richard Hadfield

Rating Breakdown

Based on verified reviews
Safety & Security 4.3
Teaching Quality 4.3
Communication 4.3
Student Wellbeing 4.7
Facilities 4.3

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 20 responses • 7.9% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

85% positive 15% negative

My child feels safe at this school

90% positive 5% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

85% positive 5% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

85% positive 10% negative

My child does well at this school

90% positive 10% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 20 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.
20.0:1
Pupil-Teacher Ratio
Good
12.6
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

1.7
Attainment 8
Average grade across 8 subjects
-3.74
Progress 8
Well below average
0.0%
English & Maths 9-5
Strong pass in both
0.0%
English & Maths 9-4
Standard pass in both

Additional Information

0.0% entered EBacc
0.0% achieved EBacc
17 pupils in cohort

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 5

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Anonymous Verified
Student Feb 10, 2026
3.0
Oh yeah btw the school is quite cool
That one student with type one diabetes
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Anonymous Verified
Student Feb 10, 2026
1.0
Doesn't teach us anything. I know I can't name specific teachers but they never ever get to the point. The only reason I go to school is to see my other special autistic friends. Back to the teachers. When we tell them a problem they say they'll help us and sort it out. And then it still hasn't been helped in a week, then it turns into a month, and then it turns into a year. Honestly this school has made me paranoid and scared for my life. Not to mention that I have diabetes type 1 and let me just say the way they handle it is actually diabolical. I can't even get into the details. Also, I have problems with food and they've just made that even worse. Overall, this school can be good at times.
From a student at Kenwood Academy
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Rebecca W
Parent Nov 20, 2022
4.0

"A bit of a mixed experience"

We're still getting used to the Kenwood way of doing things, but we like the focus on personalized learning and the facilities are great. Our son is still adjusting to the pace of the lessons, but we're hopeful that he'll settle in soon.
Safety & Wellbeing 4/5
Teaching & Learning 3/5
Communication 3/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5
Facilities 4/5
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Emily B
Parent Sep 12, 2022
5.0

"A safe and nurturing community"

Kenwood Academy has been a game-changer for our son. The staff are caring and understanding, and the facilities are top-notch. We love the focus on inclusivity and social skills, it's given him so much confidence.
Safety & Wellbeing 5/5
Teaching & Learning 5/5
Communication 5/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5
Facilities 5/5
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James T
Parent Jun 15, 2022
5.0

"Excellent support for neurodiverse students"

Our daughter was at Kenwood Academy for three years and we were blown away by the support she received. The staff were always available to talk and the curriculum was tailored to her needs. We feel so grateful to have had the opportunity to be part of the Kenwood community.
Safety & Wellbeing 4/5
Teaching & Learning 5/5
Communication 5/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5
Facilities 4/5

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