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Southborough High School

Surbiton, United Kingdom
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2.5 /5

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About Southborough High School

Southborough High School is an all-boys school that places great emphasis on its school values of Respect, Resilience, Relationships, and Responsibility. The school has a strong focus on academic achievement and provides a wide range of extracurricular activities to support the development of its students. The school is committed to making a positive difference in the lives of its students and the wider community.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Niall Smith

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews
Safety & Security 3.0
Teaching Quality 3.0
Communication 3.5
Student Wellbeing 3.3
Facilities 3.2

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
54.6
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

49.2
Attainment 8
Average grade across 8 subjects
+0.29
Progress 8
Above average
48.1%
English & Maths 9-5
Strong pass in both
70.8%
English & Maths 9-4
Standard pass in both

Additional Information

18.2% entered EBacc
12.3% achieved EBacc
154 pupils in cohort

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

Reviews 7

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Parent
Parent Mar 1, 2025
1.0

"Abusive environment"

Emotional and physical abuse - especially of those with SEN is deplorable. Head refuses to accept responsibility.
Safety & Wellbeing 1/5
Teaching & Learning 2/5
Communication 2/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 2/5
Facilities 2/5
P
Parent
Parent Aug 21, 2023
2.0

"Southborough high school is a joke"

I had went to Southborough from year 7-11. In my first year i want to move form groups and it took a over a year and other students like me who wanted wanting to leave, left before me. In orher incidents the teachers dont listen to the students or the parents. My mum had been fighting for me to get extra help at school especially because of my mental heath also the canculer is a joke she gave me a test for my mental heath wich was clearly about depression when she had been told to talk to me about my anxiety. My head of year she was very slow when it came to answering email or helpings parents . Some teacher help and their was only a few teacher that clearly Cared for helping the students.
Safety & Wellbeing 3/5
Teaching & Learning 2/5
Communication 3/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 2/5
Facilities 3/5
D
David J
Parent Jun 15, 2023
5.0

"Excellent Facilities and Support"

As a parent of a Year 10 student, I've been impressed with the school's facilities and the level of support provided by the staff. The open day and parent's evening booking system has made it easy for me to stay informed about my child's progress. The school's commitment to community links and charity work is also commendable.
Safety & Wellbeing 4/5
Teaching & Learning 4/5
Communication 4/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5
Facilities 4/5
S
Sarah K
Parent Feb 1, 2023
4.0

"Mixed Experience"

While my child has enjoyed their time at Southborough High School, I've experienced some difficulties with communication from the school office. The school's values and programs are great, but I feel that there could be more parent involvement and opportunities for feedback.
Safety & Wellbeing 4/5
Teaching & Learning 4/5
Communication 4/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5
Facilities 3/5
E
Emily D
Parent Sep 1, 2022
5.0

"Wonderful School Experience"

My two sons attended Southborough High School and had a fantastic experience. The school's values of respect, resilience, and relationships were evident in every aspect of their education. The extracurricular programs, such as the residential exchange program to Madrid, provided them with valuable life skills and memories. I highly recommend this school to any parent.
Safety & Wellbeing 5/5
Teaching & Learning 5/5
Communication 5/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5
Facilities 5/5
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Parent
Parent Oct 14, 2020
1.0

"Southborough review by student"

The school has not followed government advice. Despite people in certain year groups getting confirmed with it those tear groups are not isolating. The teachers are also rude and don’t listen to you. Do not send your child here!
Safety & Wellbeing 1/5
Teaching & Learning 1/5
Communication 3/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 2/5
Facilities 2/5
P
Parent
Parent Oct 10, 2020
2.0

"Southborough"

The school does not deal with incidents and have felt with covid awfully.
Safety & Wellbeing 2/5
Teaching & Learning 2/5
Communication 4/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5
Facilities 3/5

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