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
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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).

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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

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
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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