The short version
Above-average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2013).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 56.1 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2013
- The school is at capacity (126% full)
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
56.1
12.3 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
64%
22.3pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
40%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B-
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.12
Band 2Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Post-GCSE Destinations
These figures track pupils 6 months after leaving. Source: DfE destination measures.
Sustained destination
In education, employment or training
94%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
90%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
3%
Employment
Directly into work
2%
Not sustained
Not in education, employment or training
5%
Based on 194 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 10 days per year on average — about two weeks of school.
12% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
3% of pupils miss half or more of school sessions
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 20 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 13 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 117 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,504
- Capacity
- 100%
- FSM
- 20.9%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Sheffield
- Trust
- MERCIA LEARNING TRUST
- Head
- Mr Paul Haigh (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection
4 official reports linked on this page, including 3 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Totley Brook Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S17 3QU
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmThe Rowan School
Special school · 318m away
Dore Primary School
Primary · 446m away
Totley All Saints Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
Primary · 736m away
Totley Primary School
Primary · 791m away
Aldine House Secure Children's Centre
Secure units · 1.5km away
Bradway Primary School
Primary · 1.8km away
Questions parents ask
Is King Ecgbert School a selective school?
No. King Ecgbert School is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is King Ecgbert School's Ofsted rating?
King Ecgbert School was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in October 2024. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend King Ecgbert School?
King Ecgbert School currently has 1,504 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does King Ecgbert School take?
King Ecgbert School caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is King Ecgbert School?
King Ecgbert School is in Sheffield, S17 3QU, in the Sheffield local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does King Ecgbert School have a sixth form?
Yes, King Ecgbert School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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