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Fir Vale Academy
Owler Lane, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S4 8GB, Sheffield
Overview
Ofsted
Requires improvement
Capacity
1,050
Ages
11–16
Summary
With an Ofsted rating of Requires Improvement, the school faces challenges in delivering consistent educational quality. Limited published data makes it difficult to assess academic performance comprehensively; however, parents may want to consider the school's overall environment and support systems when making a decision.
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Last inspected: 25 February 2025Quality Of Education: Requires improvementPersonal Development: GoodBehaviour & Attitudes: Requires improvementLeadership & Management: Requires improvement
Location
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53.40729, -1.44735 · S4 8GB
School details
Local authoritySheffield
RegionYorkshire and the Humber
URN151851
School typeAcademy converter
Websitefirvale.com/
Frequently asked questions
What is Fir Vale Academy rated by Ofsted?
Fir Vale Academy was rated "Requires improvement" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 25 February 2025.
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Fir Vale Academy scores –/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the bottom 0% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
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