Best 3 Secondary schools in Middlesbrough – 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: Outwood Academy Riverside (Secondary) in Middlesbrough; Macmillan Academy (Secondary) in Middlesbrough; Lift Unity City (Secondary) in Middlesbrough — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Outwood Academy Riverside, Macmillan Academy and Lift Unity City. They are secondary phase and free schools and academy sponsor led type located around Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire and Middlesbrough. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 2 (Outwood Academy Riverside), published Jun 2023. The most recent inspection on record is for Outwood Academy Riverside (Jun 2023). average roll around ≈ 1,100, combined total ≈ 3,300, typical FSM 55–60%, range 40–45%–70–75%; spread across trusts such as OUTWOOD GRANGE ACADEMIES TRUST, ENDEAVOUR ACADEMIES TRUST and LIFT SCHOOLS.

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Attribute	Outwood Academy Riverside TS1 2AD	Macmillan Academy TS5 4AG	Lift Unity City TS3 8RE
Phase / Type	Secondary • Free schools	Secondary • Academy sponsor led	Secondary • Academy sponsor led
Location	Middlesbrough North Yorkshire TS1 2AD	Middlesbrough TS5 4AG	Middlesbrough TS3 8RE
Latest Ofsted	2 28 Jun 2023	2 15 Jan 2023	2 30 Jun 2022
Ofsted report	—	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 700 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 1,550 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 1,050 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	60–65% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	40–45% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	70–75% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	1050	1650	1050
Capacity utilisation	Under capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Non-selective	Non-selective	Non-selective
Trust / Local authority	OUTWOOD GRANGE ACADEMIES TRUST	ENDEAVOUR ACADEMIES TRUST	LIFT SCHOOLS
Website	—	www.macmillan-academy.org.uk	sites.google.com
Telephone	01642549950	01642800800	01642326262
SEN provision	None reported	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile	View profile

Outwood Academy Riverside

TS1 2AD

Phase / Type: Secondary • Free schools
Location: Middlesbrough
North Yorkshire
TS1 2AD
Ofsted: 2 28 Jun 2023
Pupils: ≈ 700 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 60–65% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: OUTWOOD GRANGE ACADEMIES TRUST
Website: —
Telephone: 01642549950

Macmillan Academy

TS5 4AG

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy sponsor led
Location: Middlesbrough
TS5 4AG
Ofsted: 2 15 Jan 2023
Pupils: ≈ 1,550 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 40–45% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: ENDEAVOUR ACADEMIES TRUST
Website: www.macmillan-academy.org.uk
Telephone: 01642800800

Lift Unity City

TS3 8RE

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy sponsor led
Location: Middlesbrough
TS3 8RE
Ofsted: 2 30 Jun 2022
Pupils: ≈ 1,050 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 70–75% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: LIFT SCHOOLS
Website: sites.google.com
Telephone: 01642326262

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.