Driffield School and Sixth Form
URN: 118078 • Driffield YO25 5HR
Overview
- Name
- Driffield School and Sixth Form
- URN
- 118078
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Special Measures
- Ranking score
- 42.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Diane Pickering (since 2025) , Head of School
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Manorfield Road, Driffield YO25 5HR
Summary
Driffield School and Sixth Form, located in Driffield, East Riding of Yorkshire, is a community secondary school catering to a mixed-gender student body of 1,506, with a capacity of 1,992. The school is committed to enhancing the life chances of its students, aiming for them to achieve excellent outcomes and create positive memories during their time at the school. Under the leadership of Headteacher Vicky Loftus, the school emphasizes a collaborative approach to education, being part of The Education Alliance Multi Academy Trust, which fosters partnerships across the Humber region.
The curriculum at Driffield School is designed to provide a well-rounded education, with a focus on personal development and career opportunities. Recent initiatives include a sponsored walk to support accessibility improvements at Spiers Bank House, reflecting the school’s commitment to community engagement and inclusivity.
In February 2025, Driffield School received a "Good" rating in all areas from Ofsted, highlighting the effectiveness of its educational practices and support systems. The school also offers various extracurricular activities and resources to support students' diverse needs, including those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
The curriculum at Driffield School is designed to provide a well-rounded education, with a focus on personal development and career opportunities. Recent initiatives include a sponsored walk to support accessibility improvements at Spiers Bank House, reflecting the school’s commitment to community engagement and inclusivity.
In February 2025, Driffield School received a "Good" rating in all areas from Ofsted, highlighting the effectiveness of its educational practices and support systems. The school also offers various extracurricular activities and resources to support students' diverse needs, including those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
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Key details
- LA
- East Riding of Yorkshire
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 1992
- Pupils
- 1506
- Boys
- 740
- Girls
- 765
- FSM %
- 10.00
- Open date
- Close date
- 2017-01-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2016-03-02
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1506 | 740 | 765 | 1992 | 10.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1506 | 740 | 765 | 1992 | 10.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1506 | 740 | 765 | 1992 | 10.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1506 | 740 | 765 | 1992 | 10.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1506 | 740 | 765 | 1992 | 10.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1506 | 740 | 765 | 1992 | 10.00 |
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