SecondaryData as of May 2026

Outwood Academy Acklam

Hall Drive, Acklam, Middlesbrough, TS5 7JY

A Good-rated secondary school in Middlesbrough.

Academy sponsor led

Pupils

1,185

Ages

11-16

FSM

52.3%

Attainment 8

42.9

Ofsted

Good

Mar 2025

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Exam Results

Official performance data from the Department for Education

GCSE Results (Secondary)

Key performance measures— 2024/25

Attainment 8

42.9

Progress 8?

N/A

9-7 Grades

21.7%

Basics 9-5

46.6%

Trend — Attainment 8 & Progress 8

Progress 8 not available for 2024/25 — DfE cannot calculate it because COVID-19 cancelled this cohort's KS2 SATs (the baseline). Expected to return in 2026/27.

Grade Distribution (%)

9–7% / 9–5% / 9–4% available from 2023/24; no grade breakdown for 2022/23

EBacc Measures

EBacc Entry

14.2%

EBacc APS

3.74

EBacc 9-5

8.8%

EBacc 9-4

10.8%

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What parents say and who teaches here

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About Outwood Academy Acklam

Outwood Academy Acklam is a secondary school in Middlesbrough, Middlesbrough. Its latest Ofsted outcome is Good (2025 inspection). According to the latest Ofsted Parent View survey (Sept 2025, 44 responses), 55% of parents would recommend this school. Latest published results: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 42.9. The school has around 1,185 pupils on roll. Use this page to explore performance trends, inspection history, admissions notes and neighbourhood context before applying.

Location: Hall Drive, Middlesbrough, TS5 7JY | More schools in Middlesbrough

Ofsted inspection history

Published Ofsted outcomes for Outwood Academy Acklam, including earlier inspections linked to predecessor establishments where applicable.

Mar 2025 — Good
Oct 2019 — School remains Good
Apr 2015 — Good

Official reports: Ofsted.gov.uk

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Frequently asked questions about Outwood Academy Acklam

What is Outwood Academy Acklam's Ofsted rating?

Outwood Academy Acklam received a Good rating from Ofsted following its 2025 inspection.

What do parents say about Outwood Academy Acklam?

Ofsted Parent View (Sept 2025, 44 responses): 55% of parents would recommend Outwood Academy Acklam.

What are Outwood Academy Acklam's latest exam results?

Outwood Academy Acklam: GCSE 2024/25: Attainment 8 42.9. Figures are from DfE-published performance tables.

Where is Outwood Academy Acklam located?

Outwood Academy Acklam is a secondary school in Middlesbrough, Middlesbrough (TS5 7JY).

How many pupils attend Outwood Academy Acklam?

Outwood Academy Acklam has around 1,185 pupils on roll according to the latest school census data.

How can I compare Outwood Academy Acklam with other schools?

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