Sponne School

About Sponne School

Sponne School is a school that aims to enable students to reach their goals. The school's motto is to Dream, Believe, Achieve and all that they do is aimed at enabling their young people to reach their potential futures.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Graham Forbes

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 5.0

Teaching Quality 4.5

Communication 4.5

Student Wellbeing 5.0

Facilities 4.5

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 373 responses • 26.2% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

85.8% positive 13.4% negative

My child feels safe at this school

84.7% positive 14.2% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

74.3% positive 21.5% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

83.9% positive 9.4% negative

My child does well at this school

84.2% positive 12.9% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 373 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

83.7

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

52.3

Attainment 8

Average grade across 8 subjects

+0.27

Progress 8

Above average

58.6%

English & Maths 9-5

Strong pass in both

78.4%

English & Maths 9-4

Standard pass in both

Additional Information

22.0% entered EBacc

16.8% achieved EBacc

232 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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Emma R Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"Outstanding education and support"

Sponne School has exceeded all our expectations. My child was initially shy but the school's supportive environment helped them to thrive. The facilities are excellent, and the staff are always available to offer guidance and help.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Raj B Unconfirmed

Parent Jun 15, 2022

5.0

"Dream, Believe, Achieve - living the motto"

I've been impressed with the school's commitment to the 'Dream, Believe, Achieve' motto. The school's values are reflected in the way the staff and students interact with each other. My child is enjoying the PSHE program and the facilities are top-notch.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 4/5

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Sarah D Unconfirmed

Parent Feb 20, 2022

4.0

"Mixed experience"

We had a mixed experience at Sponne. My child enjoyed the sports facilities and the Sixth Form was well-organised. However, we found the school's approach to communication with parents could be improved. Overall, it was a decent experience, but there was room for improvement.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 3/5

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