Heathside School

About Heathside School

Heathside School is a school that nurtures an aspirational attitude in our students, providing success for all through academic, creative, vocational and sporting endeavour. We value the individual, as well as the community as a whole, and we strive for a welcoming and inclusive environment, helping our students to grow into compassionate and conscientious global citizens.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Gareth Lewis

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.7

Teaching Quality 4.7

Communication 4.7

Student Wellbeing 4.3

Facilities 4.7

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 48 responses • 3.9% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

85.4% positive 14.6% negative

My child feels safe at this school

93.7% positive 4.2% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

87.5% positive 12.5% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

79.2% positive 14.6% negative

My child does well at this school

79.1% positive 18.8% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 48 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

72.4

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

56.2

Attainment 8

Average grade across 8 subjects

+0.42

Progress 8

Above average

71.9%

English & Maths 9-5

Strong pass in both

91.1%

English & Maths 9-4

Standard pass in both

Additional Information

87.7% entered EBacc

53.7% achieved EBacc

203 pupils in cohort

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

Reviews 4

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Ryan W Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 15, 2023

4.0

"Good experience so far"

We're happy with the welcome we've received at Heathside School. The school's commitment to RESPECT, COMMITMENT, and ENDEAVOUR is clear, and we appreciate the opportunities for our child to participate in sports and music. However, we feel that the communication between teachers and parents could be improved.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Emily B Unconfirmed

Parent Feb 20, 2023

5.0

"Excellent choice for our child!"

We've been blown away by the friendly staff, excellent facilities, and commitment to our child's well-being at Heathside School. The extra-curricular activities, such as the photography competition, have been a fantastic way for our child to develop new skills. We feel grateful to have made the right choice for our child's education.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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James D Unconfirmed

Parent Jan 25, 2023

5.0

"Excellent school with a strong sense of community"

We've been thoroughly impressed by Heathside School's commitment to academic excellence, as well as their focus on the wellbeing and mental health of students and staff. The school's culture of RESPECT, COMMITMENT, and ENDEAVOUR is palpable, and we feel that our child is thriving in this supportive environment. We're grateful to be part of the Heathside community.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Sophie T Unconfirmed

Parent Jun 1, 2022

5.0

"Outstanding education and care"

As a former parent, I can honestly say that Heathside School provided an outstanding education and care for our child. The school's values of RESPECT, COMMITMENT, and ENDEAVOUR are truly embedded in the culture, and we appreciated the support and guidance our child received during their time at the school. We're grateful for the opportunities they had to develop new skills and interests.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 5/5

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