Wales High School

URN: 136331 • Sheffield S26 5QQ

Overview

Name
Wales High School
URN
136331
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
WALES HIGH SCHOOL ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
61.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Lisa McCall (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01909771291
Website
Visit
Address
Storth Lane, Sheffield S26 5QQ

Summary

Wales High School is a mixed secondary academy located in Sheffield, serving a diverse community of over 1,800 students aged 11 to 19. The school prides itself on fostering a love for learning and maintaining high academic standards, welcoming students of all abilities. It draws pupils from various local villages, including Anston, Kiveton Park, and Thorpe Salvin, benefiting from good transport links that enhance its accessibility.

The curriculum at Wales High School is designed to provide a broad range of subjects, including opportunities for Sixth Form students to explore new areas of study. The school places a strong emphasis on personal development and offers a comprehensive careers programme tailored to meet the individual needs of students, ensuring they receive impartial guidance and support for their future pathways.

Wales High School is committed to creating an encouraging and motivating environment, where all students are supported to achieve their full potential. The school actively engages with the community and has recently secured funding for initiatives that enhance student experiences and resources.

Key details

LA
Rotherham
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
WALES HIGH SCHOOL ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
1867
Pupils
1815
Boys
886
Girls
929
FSM %
25.30
Open date
2010-10-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-10-11
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
South Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1815 886 929 1867 25.30
2024-09-11 1833 921 912 1867 24.50
2023-09-11 1825 908 917 1867 17.80
2022-09-11 1825 908 917 1867 17.80
2021-09-11 1833 921 912 1867 15.50
2020-09-11 1778 864 914 1586 12.30

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