Sir Graham Balfour High School
URN: 142983 • Stafford ST16 1NR
Overview
- Name
- Sir Graham Balfour High School
- URN
- 142983
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- INSIGHT MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 57.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Matthew Mason (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01785223490
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- North Avenue, Stafford ST16 1NR
Summary
Sir Graham Balfour High School, located in Stafford, Staffordshire, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 998 students and a capacity of 1,042. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and vibrant learning environment, encapsulated in its mission statement: "Learning, Working and Succeeding Together." The ethos prioritises both academic excellence and the personal development of students, aiming to equip them with the skills and values necessary for success in life.
The school places significant emphasis on high standards of behaviour and a positive learning atmosphere, ensuring that all students can learn without disruption. Sir Graham Balfour implements a comprehensive Achievement and Positive Behaviour Policy that celebrates student efforts while guiding them towards making responsible choices. The school also values collaboration with parents and the community, recognising the importance of working together to support each child's educational journey.
In addition to academic pursuits, Sir Graham Balfour High School is dedicated to instilling values such as compassion, resilience, and ambition in its students. The school believes that every child, regardless of their background, should have the opportunity to achieve their full potential and become responsible citizens.
The school places significant emphasis on high standards of behaviour and a positive learning atmosphere, ensuring that all students can learn without disruption. Sir Graham Balfour implements a comprehensive Achievement and Positive Behaviour Policy that celebrates student efforts while guiding them towards making responsible choices. The school also values collaboration with parents and the community, recognising the importance of working together to support each child's educational journey.
In addition to academic pursuits, Sir Graham Balfour High School is dedicated to instilling values such as compassion, resilience, and ambition in its students. The school believes that every child, regardless of their background, should have the opportunity to achieve their full potential and become responsible citizens.
Useful links
- GovernorHub (governance)
- SEND Information (sen)
- School Calendar (calendar)
- News & Events (calendar)
Nearby alternatives
- Wolgarston High School (63.3)
- The Weston Road Academy (60.6)
- Blessed William Howard Catholic School (60.2)
- Sir Graham Balfour High School (60.2)
- Walton High School (60.2)
Key details
- LA
- Staffordshire
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- INSIGHT MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 1042
- Pupils
- 998
- Boys
- 497
- Girls
- 501
- FSM %
- 19.40
- Open date
- 2016-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-05-14
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Staffordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 998 | 497 | 501 | 1042 | 19.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 970 | 473 | 497 | 1042 | 18.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 954 | 469 | 485 | 1042 | 15.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 954 | 469 | 485 | 1042 | 15.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 955 | 478 | 477 | 925 | 13.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 949 | 490 | 459 | 925 | 10.40 |
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