Withernsea High School

About Withernsea High School

Withernsea High School is a genuine community school with strong ties to town, village, and homes in the rural location of Holderness. Our dedicated staff are focussed on our core purpose: To inspire confident young people to thrive in a changing world.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Mr M R Crofts

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.5

Teaching Quality 5.0

Communication 4.5

Student Wellbeing 5.0

Facilities 4.5

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 77 responses • 10.5% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

74.1% positive 24.7% negative

My child feels safe at this school

78% positive 20.8% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

66.3% positive 29.9% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

70.2% positive 22.1% negative

My child does well at this school

78% positive 19.5% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 77 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

43.0

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

36.6

Attainment 8

Average grade across 8 subjects

-0.38

Progress 8

Below average

26.3%

English & Maths 9-5

Strong pass in both

46.7%

English & Maths 9-4

Standard pass in both

Additional Information

29.3% entered EBacc

15.6% achieved EBacc

167 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 Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"Supportive and encouraging environment"

I'm so impressed with the way the school supports my child's interests. The Fire Cadets program and Careers Evening are fantastic initiatives that have given my child confidence and a clear idea of their future goals. The teachers and staff are always approachable and willing to go the extra mile.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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David H Unconfirmed

Parent Feb 1, 2022

5.0

"Good facilities and values"

We're very happy with our experience at Withernsea High School so far. The facilities are modern and well-maintained, and the values of the school align closely with our own. The teachers seem to know each of our children by name and are always eager to help.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 4/5

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Sarah B Unconfirmed

Parent Jun 1, 2020

4.0

"Mixed bag - some great aspects, some concerns"

I have mixed feelings about Withernsea High School. On the one hand, my child enjoyed the school's focus on sustainability and the opportunities provided by the Careers Evening. However, I felt that the school's communication with parents could be improved, and there were some issues with bullying during my child's time there.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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