The Skinners' School

About The Skinners' School

The Skinners' School aims to achieve academic excellence for all its pupils, whilst at the same time developing their independence as learners. We also believe very strongly in learning outside the classroom, through co-curricular and extra-curricular activities.

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Key Facts

Founded 1887

Students 1,148

Head/Principal Edward Wesson

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 5.0

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

67.1

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

74.1

Attainment 8

Average grade across 8 subjects

+0.99

Progress 8

Well above average

98.7%

English & Maths 9-5

Strong pass in both

100.0%

English & Maths 9-4

Standard pass in both

Additional Information

87.4% entered EBacc

83.6% achieved EBacc

159 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 Feb 12, 2023

5.0

"Excellent school experience for our child"

We've been thoroughly impressed with the education and extracurricular activities our child has received at The Skinners' School. The facilities are excellent, and the staff are always supportive. We've seen a huge improvement in our child's confidence and independence, which is exactly what we wanted from a school. We're so grateful to be a part of this community!

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Oliver B. Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 15, 2022

4.0

"A great start to our child's secondary education"

We're really happy with the way our child has settled into The Skinners' School. The teaching is excellent, and the values of the school align perfectly with ours. We've noticed a big difference in our child's grades and enthusiasm for learning since joining the school. One thing we'd love to see improved is more communication with parents about upcoming events and deadlines.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Hannah G. Unconfirmed

Parent May 22, 2022

4.0

"A good school, but some room for improvement"

We had a generally positive experience at The Skinners' School, but we did struggle with the level of support for our child's specific needs. The teachers were mostly excellent, but some were more engaged than others. The facilities are great, and we loved the sense of community. Overall, it was a good choice for us, but we wouldn't hesitate to look elsewhere if our child's needs weren't met.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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