Rodillian Academy

About Rodillian Academy

Rodillian Academy is a 11-18 school with an expanding post 16 provision. It aims to help students develop skills to transition into the wider world as confident, capable and resilient young adults. The school focuses on traditional values of discipline and respect, and has a no-tolerance attitude towards bullying.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Joe Birkbeck

Rating Breakdown

Based on verified reviews

Safety & Security 5.0

Teaching Quality 5.0

Communication 4.5

Student Wellbeing 4.5

Facilities 4.5

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 203 responses • 12.3% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

70.4% positive 28.5% negative

My child feels safe at this school

86.7% positive 11.9% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

80.8% positive 15.7% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

76.4% positive 17.7% negative

My child does well at this school

73.4% positive 23.1% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 203 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

97.3

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

48.0

Attainment 8

Average grade across 8 subjects

+0.24

Progress 8

Above average

53.8%

English & Maths 9-5

Strong pass in both

72.6%

English & Maths 9-4

Standard pass in both

Additional Information

81.2% entered EBacc

34.6% achieved EBacc

292 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 B

Parent Mar 10, 2022

5.0

"Excellent School Experience"

We're thoroughly impressed with Rodillian Academy. The positive discipline approach has helped our child become more confident and responsible. We've also been impressed with the resilience program, which has taught them valuable life skills.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Ryan T

Parent Sep 20, 2021

5.0

"Outstanding School with a Great Atmosphere"

We've been blown away by the staff's enthusiasm and dedication to the students. The facilities are modern and well-maintained, and our child loves the variety of extracurricular activities on offer. We feel very lucky to have Rodillian Academy as our local school.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Sarah K

Parent Jun 15, 2020

4.0

"Good but Room for Improvement"

We had a good experience while our child was at Rodillian Academy. The curriculum is well-rounded, and the teachers are generally supportive. However, we felt that the school could do more to engage with parents and keep us informed about our child's progress.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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