Cecil Jones Academy

About Cecil Jones Academy

We are a family of learners who work together to achieve our goals. Our vision is to provide a safe and challenging environment where students can succeed and excel.

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Key Facts

Founded 1969

Head/Principal Mr Richard Micek

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 5.0

Teaching Quality 5.0

Communication 5.0

Student Wellbeing 5.0

Facilities 4.5

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 204 responses • 20.1% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

96.6% positive 2.5% negative

My child feels safe at this school

99% positive 0.5% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

93.1% positive 3.9% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

99% positive 0.5% negative

My child does well at this school

98.5% positive 1.5% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 204 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

59.8

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

31.2

Attainment 8

Average grade across 8 subjects

-0.75

Progress 8

Well below average

15.6%

English & Maths 9-5

Strong pass in both

30.4%

English & Maths 9-4

Standard pass in both

Additional Information

51.9% entered EBacc

11.1% achieved EBacc

135 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 W Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 1, 2023

5.0

"Excellent school with great facilities!"

I have been impressed by the school's efforts to create a safe and challenging environment for my child. The accelerated reader program has really helped with her reading skills and the pastoral system is very supportive. The school's values of respect, discipline, and responsibility are evident in everything they do.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 4/5

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Samantha G Unconfirmed

Parent Feb 10, 2023

4.0

"Some positives and negatives"

I have mixed feelings about Cecil Jones Academy. On the positive side, my child has settled in well and the school's commitment to mental health and wellbeing is excellent. However, I have found the communication between the school and parents to be a bit patchy at times. Overall, I think the school has a lot to offer but could improve in some areas.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 3/5

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Mark F Unconfirmed

Parent Jan 15, 2022

5.0

"Fantastic school that helped my child thrive!"

I have no hesitation in recommending Cecil Jones Academy. My child was a student here from 2018 to 2022 and the school really helped her to develop her skills and confidence. The school's commitment to inclusivity and providing opportunities for students to succeed outside of the classroom is truly impressive.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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