Best 3 Secondary schools in Staffordshire – comparison

Q: How are these comparisons built?

We align public datasets side-by-side. Headline Ofsted judgement and publication date are shown when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; free users see rounded values.

Q: What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded Section 8 visits do not replace the last graded judgement. We continue to show the latest graded judgement until a new graded inspection is published.

Q: Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are Pro features. Everyone can still compare approximate values.

Q: How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then consider distance and travel, roll versus capacity, and the admissions policy. Visit the school, ask about pastoral support and enrichment, and ensure it fits your child’s needs.

Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of secondary schools: Blessed Robert Sutton Catholic Voluntary Academy (Secondary) in Burton-on-Trent; John Taylor High School (Secondary) in Burton-on-Trent; The Orme Academy (Secondary) in Newcastle — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Blessed Robert Sutton Catholic Voluntary Academy, John Taylor High School and The Orme Academy. They are secondary phase and academy converter and academy sponsor led type located around Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire and Newcastle, Staffordshire. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 1 (Blessed Robert Sutton Catholic Voluntary Academy), published Mar 2023. The lowest is 2 (The Orme Academy), published Jul 2024. The most recent inspection on record is for The Orme Academy (Jul 2024). average roll around ≈ 950, combined total ≈ 2,900, typical FSM 15–20%, range 5–10%–20–25%; spread across trusts such as ST RALPH SHERWIN CATHOLIC MULTI ACADEMY TRUST, JOHN TAYLOR MAT and THE SHAW EDUCATION TRUST.

🔒 Export (Pro)

Attribute	Blessed Robert Sutton Catholic Voluntary Academy DE15 9SD	John Taylor High School DE13 8AZ	The Orme Academy ST5 9JU
Phase / Type	Secondary • Academy converter	Secondary • Academy converter	Secondary • Academy sponsor led
Location	Burton-on-Trent Staffordshire DE15 9SD	Burton-on-Trent Staffordshire DE13 8AZ	Newcastle Staffordshire ST5 9JU
Latest Ofsted	1 9 Mar 2023	1 8 Apr 2014	2 9 Jul 2024
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 600 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 1,500 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 750 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	20–25% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	5–10% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	20–25% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	620	1800	1161
Capacity utilisation	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Under capacity 🔒 View exact %	Under capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Non-selective	Non-selective	Non-selective
Trust / Local authority	ST RALPH SHERWIN CATHOLIC MULTI ACADEMY TRUST	JOHN TAYLOR MAT	THE SHAW EDUCATION TRUST
Website	www.robertsutton.srscmat.co.uk	www.jths.co.uk	www.theormeacademy.org.uk
Telephone	01283749450	01283247800	01782742900
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

Blessed Robert Sutton Catholic Voluntary Academy

DE15 9SD

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy converter
Location: Burton-on-Trent
Staffordshire
DE15 9SD
Ofsted: 1 9 Mar 2023
Pupils: ≈ 600 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 20–25% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: ST RALPH SHERWIN CATHOLIC MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Website: www.robertsutton.srscmat.co.uk
Telephone: 01283749450

John Taylor High School

DE13 8AZ

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy converter
Location: Burton-on-Trent
Staffordshire
DE13 8AZ
Ofsted: 1 8 Apr 2014
Pupils: ≈ 1,500 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 5–10% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: JOHN TAYLOR MAT
Website: www.jths.co.uk
Telephone: 01283247800

The Orme Academy

ST5 9JU

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy sponsor led
Location: Newcastle
Staffordshire
ST5 9JU
Ofsted: 2 9 Jul 2024
Pupils: ≈ 750 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 20–25% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: THE SHAW EDUCATION TRUST
Website: www.theormeacademy.org.uk
Telephone: 01782742900

Map of compared schools

How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.

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