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Ofsted Good
About The Skipton Academy
The Skipton Academy is proud of its brilliant students, supported by a dedicated and passionate staff team, creating an ambitious and caring learning environment.
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Key Facts
Head/Principal
Mark Cook
Rating Breakdown
Based on published reviews
Safety & Security
4.5
Teaching Quality
4.5
Communication
5.0
Student Wellbeing
4.5
Facilities
4.5
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
38.7
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
37.0
Attainment 8
Average grade across 8 subjects
-0.62
Progress 8
Well below average
17.8%
English & Maths 9-5
Strong pass in both
41.1%
English & Maths 9-4
Standard pass in both
Additional Information
6.8% entered EBacc
2.7% achieved EBacc
73 pupils in cohort
Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables
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The Skipton Academy has 3 reviews. Your honest review helps families make better school decisions.
Reviews 3
J
James W
Unconfirmed
Parent
Dec 15, 2023
5.0
"A Truly Outstanding School"
We've been with The Skipton Academy for two years now and I'm blown away by the support and opportunities available to the students. The staff are passionate about their subjects and it shows in the students' results. Keep up the fantastic work!
Safety & Wellbeing
5/5
Teaching & Learning
5/5
Communication
5/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing
5/5
Facilities
5/5
E
Emily B
Unconfirmed
Parent
Sep 1, 2023
5.0
"Excellent School with Great Facilities"
My child is thriving at The Skipton Academy, the teachers are fantastic and the facilities are modern and well-maintained. I love that the school has a strong focus on British Values and supporting students' mental health and wellbeing. Highly recommend!
Safety & Wellbeing
4/5
Teaching & Learning
4/5
Communication
5/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing
4/5
Facilities
4/5
S
Sarah R
Unconfirmed
Parent
Jun 20, 2022
4.0
"Mixed Experience but Overall Satisfied"
My child attended The Skipton Academy for three years and, overall, we had a positive experience. The school's commitment to mental health and wellbeing is impressive and the teachers are generally supportive. However, the communication between parents and teachers could be improved sometimes. Still, we're grateful for the education our child received.
Safety & Wellbeing
3/5
Teaching & Learning
4/5
Communication
4/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing
4/5
Facilities
3/5
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