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Secondary (Year 7 upwards)

The Blue Coat School Basingstoke

Basingstoke, Hampshire - RG22 6HA

Year 7 - Year 11 (ages 11-16)

“The school has recently joined the South Farnham Educational Trust and is the second, secondary school alongside Brighton Hill School. As such we are in a great position to be at the forefront of educational developments to provide the best possible school experience for your child.”

SecondaryEstablishedOfsted: Requires improvementQuality of education: Requires improvement

The Blue School

Wells, Somerset - BA5 2NR

Year 7 - Year 13 (ages 11-18)

“We are proud to be a Church school and believe that this supports the emphasis on our core values for all our students. Developing a community belonging for students of a Christian or non-Christian faith, and for those of no faith, remains very important to us.”

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Ofsted: Good

The Blyth Academy

Blyth, Northumberland - NE24 4JP

Year 7 - Year 11 (ages 11-16)

“We are unswerving in our commitment to ensure that the outcomes our young people secure prepare them fully for life beyond school. Our Academies are happy and thriving communities where children both achieve and feel safe and cared for.”

SecondaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

The Bolsover School

Chesterfield, Derbyshire - S44 6XA

Year 7 - Year 11 (ages 11-16)

“At Bolsover, we set the bar high because we know our students are capable of great things. We foster a culture of courage and determination, encouraging students to embrace challenges and learn from setbacks.”

SecondaryEstablishedOfsted report cardExpected ×6Expected in 6 areas

The Boston Grammar School

Boston, Lincolnshire - PE21 6JY

Year 7 - Year 13 (ages 11-18)

“One of the things which Boston Grammar School is most valued for is its history and values based on traditions. There is a great deal of interest from the local community in the school's history. The school was given a Royal Charter in 1555 and it has stood on its current site since 1568.”

SecondarySixth formGrammar (selective)BoysEstablishedOfsted report cardStrong ×1Expected ×5Needs attention ×1Strong in 1 area, Expected in 5 areas, Needs attention in 1 area

The Boswells School

Chelmsford, Essex - CM1 6LY

Year 7 - Year 13 (ages 11-18)

“Our aim is to provide every student in The Boswells School community with an outstanding education that challenges and inspires them to thrive and achieve excellence.”

SecondarySixth formEstablishedOfsted: Good

The Boulevard Academy

Kingston-upon-Hull, Kingston upon Hull, City of - HU3 3QT

Year 7 - Year 11 (ages 11-16)

“Together with our students, we aim to create a positive learning culture that is aspirational and supportive. We work together to guide students along their journey to become life-long learners and develop the skills and experiences they need for the future.”

SecondarySince 2013Ofsted: Not judgedQuality of education: Requires improvement

The Bourne Academy

Bournemouth, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole - BH10 5HS

Year 7 - Year 13 (ages 11-18)

“The Bourne Academy, established in 2009, is a state funded secondary school with 1000 students aged 11 to 18 years. Formerly Kings High school, the Academy received a £10 million investment in 2012 which transformed the site into a state of the art 21st century secondary school.”

SecondarySixth formSince 2000Ofsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

The Brakenhale School

Bracknell, Bracknell Forest - RG12 7BA

Year 7 - Year 13 (ages 11-18)

SecondarySixth formEstablishedOfsted: Good

The Brian Clarke Church of England Academy

Oldham, Oldham - OL9 6BP

Year 7 - Year 11 (ages 11-16)

“Building Community is central to our vision. The Brian Clarke Church of England Academy is a Church of England school that brings together young people of all faiths and none in a multi-cultural, multi-faith and multi-talented school community that is grounded in the school’s central, welcoming…”

SecondaryNew schoolOfsted: Not judgedQuality of education: Good

The Bridge Academy

London, Hackney - E2 8BA

“At Bridge, our vision is to provide an exceptional education that enables every student to thrive. We create a calm, purposeful and inclusive learning environment where hard work is the norm, excellence is expected, and every member of our community is treated with integrity and kindness.”

SecondarySixth formSince 2007Ofsted: Good

The Brittons Academy

Rainham, Havering - RM13 7BB

Year 7 - Year 11 (ages 11-16)

SecondaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

The Bromfords School

Wickford, Essex - SS12 0LZ

Year 7 - Year 13 (ages 11-18)

SecondarySixth formEstablishedOfsted: Not judgedQuality of education: Requires improvement

The Brooksbank School

Elland, Calderdale - HX5 0QG

Year 7 - Year 13 (ages 11-18)

“Most of these attended Brooksbank School but increasing numbers join us from schools all over Calderdale. Our aim is to provide a first class educational experience for every one of our students.”

SecondarySixth formEstablishedOfsted: Not judgedQuality of education: Good

The Broxbourne School

Broxbourne, Hertfordshire - EN10 7FU

Year 7 - Year 13 (ages 11-18)

“The Broxbourne School Sixth Form is an exciting community committed to providing its students every opportunity to excel. Our aim is to offer the highest possible quality of teaching through specialist A level teachers in each subject.”

SecondarySixth formEstablishedOfsted: OutstandingQuality of education: Outstanding

The Brunts Academy

Mansfield, Nottinghamshire - NG18 2AT

Year 7 - Year 13 (ages 11-18)

“We set unashamedly high expectations of everyone here at The Brunts Academy and have high ambitions for what our pupils can achieve. We place equal value on high quality learning with that of high quality pastoral care and high quality experiences outside the classroom.”

SecondarySixth formEstablishedOfsted report cardStrong ×6Expected ×1Strong in 6 areas, Expected in 1 area

The Bulmershe School

Reading, Wokingham - RG5 3EU

Year 7 - Year 13 (ages 11-18)

“At The Bulmershe School, we will promote, develop, equip and prepare healthy learners for life. We are committed to making it our mission to promote resilience, positive wellbeing and mental health for all our pupils, staff and parents/carers.”

SecondarySixth formEstablishedNo rating on record

The Bulwell Academy

Nottingham, Nottingham - NG6 8AQ

Year 7 - Year 13 (ages 11-18)

“Our vision is to instil a strong sense of optimism, confidence, and self-belief in every student. We want them to believe in themselves, aim high, and excel in all they do—so they can lead happy, successful lives.”

SecondarySixth formEstablishedOfsted report cardExpected ×4Needs attention ×2Expected in 4 areas, Needs attention in 2 areas

The Burgate School and Sixth Form

Fordingbridge, Hampshire - SP6 1EZ

Year 7 - Year 13 (ages 11-18)

“Here you will find detailed information of our offer in school, signposting for outer agencies and our Wellbeing Hub.”

SecondarySixth formEstablishedNo rating on record

The Burgess Hill Academy

Burgess Hill, West Sussex - RH15 9EA

Year 7 - Year 11 (ages 11-16)

“The focus of this week's assemblies is the benefits of volunteering! So many life skills learnt by students when they support their local community, whether that's in or out of school. We are delighted to welcome Liz, from The Burgess Hill Pantry who spoke about the wonderful work they do.”

SecondaryEstablishedNo rating on record