Outwood Academy Portland

About Outwood Academy Portland

Outwood Academy Portland is a welcoming and supportive academy, with a relentless determination to provide the very best education for every child. We place students at the centre of everything we do, with a focus on creating a culture of success and a positive climate for learning. Our vision is Students First: Raising Standards and Transforming Lives.

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Key Facts

Founded 2012

Head/Principal Danielle Sheehan

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.5

Teaching Quality 5.0

Communication 5.0

Student Wellbeing 5.0

Facilities 4.5

Parent Survey

Official Ofsted Parent View data • 171 responses • 9.9% response rate

View on Ofsted

My child is happy at this school

69.6% positive 28.1% negative

My child feels safe at this school

77.2% positive 21.6% negative

The school makes sure its pupils are well behaved

73.1% positive 24% negative

The school has high expectations for my child

80.7% positive 13.4% negative

My child does well at this school

72% positive 24.5% negative

I would recommend this school to another parent

Data from Ofsted Parent View as of September 2025. Based on 171 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

101.5

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

44.9

Attainment 8

Average grade across 8 subjects

+0.01

Progress 8

Above average

43.9%

English & Maths 9-5

Strong pass in both

69.1%

English & Maths 9-4

Standard pass in both

Additional Information

43.2% entered EBacc

29.1% achieved EBacc

278 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

Parent Sep 1, 2023

5.0

"Outstanding school with excellent values"

Outwood Academy Portland has exceeded our expectations since my child joined Year 7. The school's focus on 'Students First' is evident in everything they do, from the caring staff to the excellent facilities. My child has flourished in this supportive environment and is thriving academically.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 4/5

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Raj K

Parent Jun 15, 2022

5.0

"Transforming lives and academic success"

We've been part of the Outwood Academy family for two years now, and I'm blown away by the progress my child has made. The school's ambitious curriculum and commitment to student well-being have helped my child overcome challenges and achieve outstanding results. Thank you, Outwood Academy Portland!

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Helen G

Parent Mar 22, 2021

4.0

"A good school with some areas for improvement"

I have mixed feelings about Outwood Academy Portland. On one hand, the school has a wonderful atmosphere, and my child had some fantastic teachers. However, I felt that the school could do more to engage parents in the learning process and provide clearer communication about student progress. Overall, it's a good school, but there's room for improvement.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 4/5

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