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Secondary (Year 7 upwards)

The Nobel School

Stevenage, Hertfordshire - SG2 0HS

Year 7 - Year 13 (ages 11-18)

“We are a school that sets high standards to enable our students to grow academically, culturally, and socially. As Nobelians we have a common set of values, which is to be ready, respectful and safe.”

SecondarySixth formEstablishedOfsted: Good

The North Halifax Grammar School

Halifax, Calderdale - HX2 9SU

Year 7 - Year 13 (ages 11-18)

“Life at North Halifax is best summed up in our motto: “Living to learn, and learning to Live” and we pride ourselves on providing excellent academic education to all our students - coupled with a focus on the holistic development of the individual- to enable all students to thrive and develop a…”

SecondarySixth form

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Grammar (selective)

Established

Ofsted: Good

Quality of education: Good

The North School

Ashford, Kent - TN24 8AL

“Clearly a core purpose for any school, The North retains ACHIEVEMENT as one of its four values, something that is reflected in its stated aim of Putting Achievement First.”

SecondarySixth formEstablishedNo rating on record

The Norton Knatchbull School

Ashford, Kent - TN24 0QJ

Year 7 - Year 13 (ages 11-18)

“Founded in 1630 by Sir Norton Knatchbull, our school has a proud history of academic excellence and community engagement. The enduring relationship with the Knatchbull family—enshrined in Sir Norton’s will —has shaped our identity for nearly 400 years.”

SecondarySixth formGrammar (selective)BoysSince 1997Ofsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

The Norwood School

London, Lambeth - SE19 3NY

“We provide our students with a rigorous academic foundation, alongside a rich education in the performing and visual arts. Our curriculum is designed to be challenging and ambitious, whilst providing each and every student with equal access to the broad range of educational experiences on offer.”

SecondarySixth formEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

The Nottingham Emmanuel School

West Bridgford, Nottingham - NG2 7YF

SecondarySixth formEstablishedOfsted: Not judgedQuality of education: Good

The Oaks Academy

Crewe, Cheshire East - CW2 7NQ

Year 7 - Year 11 (ages 11-16)

“The Oaks Academy accepts the fundamental principle that literacy is the key to improving learning and raising standards; it enables pupils to gain access to the subjects studied in schools, to read for information and pleasure, and to communicate effectively in both written and spoken contexts.”

SecondaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

The Oakwood Academy

Nottingham, Nottingham - NG5 9PJ

Year 7 - Year 11 (ages 11-16)

“The Oakwood Academy is committed to ensuring students feel safe and secure. The experienced and dedicated pastoral team will support students to make the right decisions, engage fully in school life and monitor academic progress.”

SecondarySince 2015Ofsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

The Oldershaw School

Wallasey, Wirral - CH45 4RJ

Year 7 - Year 13 (ages 11-18)

SecondarySixth formSince 2011Ofsted: Not judgedQuality of education: InadequateCategory of concern

The Ongar Academy

Ongar, Essex - CM5 0AN

Year 7 - Year 13 (ages 11-18)

“At The Ongar Academy, we put our school motto, Affectare ad Optimum (‘Aspire to Greatness’) into practice by providing all students with the support they need to become strong, ambitious and aspirational learners.”

SecondarySixth formSince 2015Ofsted: Good

The Open Academy

Norwich, Norfolk - NR7 9DL

“That is what drew me to The Open Academy. I saw a school full of young people with real potential, a staff body committed to them, and a community that genuinely cares.”

SecondarySixth formSince 2008Ofsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

The Orme Academy

Newcastle, Staffordshire - ST5 9JU

Year 7 - Year 11 (ages 11-16)

“As a school community, we are all extremely proud and privileged to work at The Orme Academy. Our sole ethos for the school community is ‘Empowering Learners for Life’.”

SecondaryEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

The Oxford Academy

Oxford, Oxfordshire - OX4 6JZ

“Our culture of excellence is shaped by our 'TOA Commitments', which guide our daily actions and interactions. We are dedicated to providing the highest quality education and educating the whole child.”

SecondarySixth formEstablishedOfsted report cardExpected ×4Needs attention ×3Expected in 4 areas, Needs attention in 3 areas

The Palmer Catholic Academy

Ilford, Redbridge - IG3 8EU

Year 7 - Year 13 (ages 11-18)

“The Palmer Catholic Academy is a voluntary aided co-educational Academy for students aged 11 to 18. Founded in 1961 by Canon Patrick Palmer in 1961 as Canon Palmer Catholic School with the aim of serving the Catholic community in Ilford, the academy has grown in numbers and stature.”

SecondarySixth formEstablishedOfsted report cardExpected ×4Needs attention ×3Expected in 4 areas, Needs attention in 3 areas

The Park Community School

Barnstaple, Devon - EX32 9AX

Year 7 - Year 11 (ages 11-16)

SecondaryEstablishedOfsted: Not judgedQuality of education: Good

The Parker E-ACT Academy

Daventry, West Northamptonshire - NN11 0QE

Year 7 - Year 13 (ages 11-18)

“At The Parker E-ACT Academy, our values are rooted in the belief that education is about more than just academic success – it’s about character, community, and opportunity.”

SecondarySixth formEstablishedOfsted: Not judgedQuality of education: InadequateCategory of concern

The Pedmore High School

Stourbridge, Dudley - DY9 7HS

Year 7 - Year 11 (ages 11-16)

“Students feel safe, supported, respected and recognised; they are kind, polite and empathetic, open-minded and compassionate in how they treat one another and their community.”

SecondaryEstablishedOfsted: Good

The Petersfield School

Petersfield, Hampshire - GU32 3LU

Year 7 - Year 11 (ages 11-16)

“Once your child has secured a place for the forthcoming academic year, we will contact parents directly via email with details about the transition period and starting secondary education at TPS.”

SecondaryEstablishedOfsted: Outstanding

The Phoenix Collegiate

West Bromwich, Sandwell - B71 2BX

Year 7 - Year 13 (ages 11-18)

“Academic success is important to us at Phoenix because we recognise that for our students, an outstanding education can be life changing. At Phoenix students are challenged to achieve the very best they can, and within a caring, supportive and vibrant environment, they thrive.”

SecondarySixth formEstablishedOfsted: GoodQuality of education: Good

The Pingle Academy

Swadlincote, Derbyshire - DE11 0QA

Year 7 - Year 13 (ages 11-18)

“The Pingle Academy is committed to providing academic excellence within a caring and inclusive environment. We believe a solid education that develops knowledge, understanding allowing academic success is a right and an entitlement.”

SecondarySixth formEstablishedOfsted report cardExpected ×1Needs attention ×6Expected in 1 area, Needs attention in 6 areas