Blythe Bridge High School, Stoke-on-Trent
Data last updated 11 Sept 2026
Location
Estimated admission likelihood based on school density and oversubscription data. Admissions policy: Non-selective
Key Information
DfE GIASOfsted Rating
Overall
Ofsted Insights
What This School Does Well
Blythe Bridge High School creates a welcoming environment where pupils thrive academically and personally. The school excels at supporting all learners, particularly those facing barriers to education, with dedicated staff who receive excellent training. Sixth-form students benefit from ambitious curriculum choices and strong preparation for university, employment, and apprenticeships.
Key Strengths
- Excellent attendance rates, especially among disadvantaged pupils and those with special educational needs
- Consistently positive pupil behaviour and attitudes to learning, with rare bullying
- Strong leadership from the trust with high-quality staff training and professional development
- Very effective careers programme with work experience, careers fairs, and university visits
- Well-designed curriculum delivered effectively by teachers with good subject expertise
Areas for Improvement
- Teachers could develop pupils' writing skills more effectively
- Some teachers do not address barriers to learning as quickly as they could
- A-level results are improving but attainment could be stronger
Safeguarding
Safeguarding standards are met - leaders have established an open culture where safeguarding is everyone's responsibility and pupils feel safe.
Extracurricular Activities
Work experience, careers fairs, university visits, leadership programme, subject ambassador roles, mental health leader roles, trips and visits
Blythe Bridge High School is a well-led school where pupils enjoy learning in a welcoming, calm environment. Leaders have high expectations and work effectively to support all pupils, including those with additional needs.
At a Glance
16.1%
Free School Meals
No
Boarding
No
Nursery
Yes
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
Class Sizes
24.7
Avg class size
38
Total classes
2024/25 academic year
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Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
98%
Near capacity
1,049 pupils
1,072 capacity
23 spare places available
Area Demand Pressure - Stoke-on-Trent
Based on MHCLG housing supply data for Stoke-on-Trent
Admissions Demand - Staffordshire
Places available
8,849
Applications
7,846
Got 1st preference
91.6%
Got preferred school
98.6%
Secondary admissions across Staffordshire (2025/26)
Inspection History(102)
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SEN Provision
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Pupil Demographics
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Teachers & Staff
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School Funding
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Pupil Absence2024/25
6.58959%
Overall absence
17.57642%
Persistent absence
916
Enrolments
Absence trend
Source: DfE pupil absence statistics. Persistent absence = pupils missing 10%+ sessions.
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