# Ridgeway Academy — Welwyn Garden City, United Kingdom

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## At a glance

- **Type:** Secondary
- **Parent rating:** 4.7/5 from 3 published reviews
- **Principal:** Sarah Mitcherson

## Contact

- **Address:** Herns Lane, Welwyn Garden City, Herts
- **Phone:** 01707 351350
- **Website:** https://ridgeway.herts.sch.uk/
- **SchoolBrowse profile:** https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/welwyn-garden-city/ridgeway-academy-20193

## About

We are a proud member of Ambition Education Trust. We are a caring and well-disciplined school and our key aim is to ensure that all students realise their potential. We provide a secure, safe environment in which all our young people feel valued, where they can develop the skills, attributes and confidence which will serve them well throughout their life.

## Official rankings

- **Ofsted (Behaviour and Attitudes):** Requires Improvement — Jan 2023
- **Ofsted (Leadership and Management):** Requires Improvement — Jan 2023
- **Ofsted (Overall Effectiveness):** Requires Improvement — Jan 2023
- **Ofsted (Personal Development):** Good — Jan 2023
- **Ofsted (Quality of Education):** Requires Improvement — Jan 2023

## Recent parent reviews

- **5/5** — Exceptional School with Great Values: My daughter has been at Ridgeway Academy for a year now and I couldn't be happier. The school's focus on 'Everybody can Achieve' really resonates with me, and I've seen my child grow in confidence and academic ability. The facilities are excellent, and the teachers are always approachable and supportive. *(Feb 2023)*
- **5/5** — Outstanding Education and Care: As a former parent of a child who attended Ridgeway Academy, I can wholeheartedly recommend this school. The education my child received was top-notch, and the care and support they received from the teachers and staff were exceptional. I'm so grateful for the opportunities my child had while attending this school. *(Jan 2023)*
- **4/5** — Some Ups and Downs, but Generally Positive: My son has been at Ridgeway Academy for a few years now, and while there have been some ups and downs, I generally think it's a great school. The school's focus on teamwork and initiative is excellent, and the facilities are excellent. However, I have had some issues with communication with the teachers, which has been a bit frustrating at times. *(Sep 2022)*

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