Sheffield Springs Academy

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Ms C Cartledge

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 • 52 responses • 5% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

40.4% positive 57.6% negative

My child feels safe at this school

40.4% positive 53.9% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

38.4% positive 53.9% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

46.2% positive 38.4% negative

My child does well at this school

42.3% positive 46.1% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 52 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

61.6

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

33.7

Attainment 8

Average grade across 8 subjects

-0.62

Progress 8

Well below average

28.1%

English & Maths 9-5

Strong pass in both

39.3%

English & Maths 9-4

Standard pass in both

Additional Information

28.1% entered EBacc

9.7% achieved EBacc

196 pupils in cohort

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

Reviews 3

E

Emily B

Parent Sep 10, 2022

5.0

"Exceptional Community Feel"

I've been impressed with the community feel at Sheffield Springs Academy. The staff and students are all so friendly and supportive. The facilities are excellent, and I love that they offer a variety of extracurricular activities. My daughter loves attending the Community Food Pantry and getting involved in Student Leadership. I feel confident in this school's ability to help her grow into a well-rounded and compassionate individual.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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David S

Parent Feb 20, 2022

4.0

"Good start, but some areas for improvement"

My son is in his first year at Sheffield Springs Academy, and we're generally happy with the school. The teachers are all approachable, and the facilities are great. However, I do think they could improve their communication with parents - sometimes it feels like we're not getting the full picture of what's going on. Overall, though, we're happy with the school's values and approach to education.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Rebecca G

Parent Oct 25, 2021

5.0

"Excellent Support for Students"

I've been really impressed with the support my daughter has received at Sheffield Springs Academy. The pastoral care is top-notch, and the staff are always available to offer help and guidance. I also think it's great that they emphasize education with character - it's clear that they're committed to helping students develop into well-rounded individuals. The facilities are also excellent, and my daughter loves attending the school sports events.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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