Poynton High School

About Poynton High School

Poynton High School & Performing Arts College is an 11-18 school providing high quality education to the communities of Poynton, Disley, Adlington and Pott Shrigley.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Matthew Dean

Rating Breakdown

Based on verified reviews

Safety & Security 4.3

Teaching Quality 5.0

Communication 4.7

Student Wellbeing 4.7

Facilities 4.7

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

88.2

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

56.9

Attainment 8

Average grade across 8 subjects

+0.29

Progress 8

Above average

62.3%

English & Maths 9-5

Strong pass in both

80.7%

English & Maths 9-4

Standard pass in both

Additional Information

57.0% entered EBacc

50.7% achieved EBacc

223 pupils in cohort

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

Reviews 4

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Emily T

Parent Feb 10, 2023

5.0

"Excellent School Experience so Far"

I'm so impressed with the facilities at Poynton High and the welcoming atmosphere. My daughter is thriving in the performing arts program and the teachers are really supportive. I've been really pleased with the communication from school, especially through the Parent's Evening online system.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Sophie B

Parent Nov 15, 2022

4.0

"Some Disappointments but Mostly Positive"

Our experience at Poynton High has been mostly positive, with some amazing teachers and a great range of subjects. However, I've been a bit disappointed with the communication from school at times, and there have been a few issues with the website and online systems. Overall, I'm grateful for the education my daughter is receiving.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Michael K

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"Fantastic School Community"

Poynton High has exceeded all my expectations. From the moment my son started, he's been treated like an individual and the school's values of inspiring and empowering all students really shine through. The staff are amazing and it's clear they care deeply about every child's well-being and success.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Liz D

Parent May 25, 2021

5.0

"Excellent Education for My Children"

I have three children who all attended Poynton High and I couldn't be happier with the education they received. The school provided a rich and broad range of subjects and the teachers were all expert in their fields. My children went on to achieve great things and I attribute that to the excellent foundation they received at Poynton High.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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