The Fountains High School
URN: 146070 • Burton-on-Trent DE13 0HB
Overview
- Name
- The Fountains High School
- URN
- 146070
- Type
- Academy special converter
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- ESTEEM MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 59.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Gareth Allen (since 2025) , Executive Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01283247580
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Bitham Lane, Burton-on-Trent DE13 0HB
Summary
Fountains High School is a mixed academy special converter located in Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, with a current enrolment of 250 students, exceeding its capacity of 225. The school is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment, guided by its core values of Kind Hearts, Wise Minds, and Brave Souls. These principles underpin the school's ethos, promoting emotional wellbeing and resilience among students as they prepare for adulthood.
The curriculum at Fountains is designed to meet the diverse needs of its learners through three distinct pathways: Kaleidoscope, Mosaic, and Nexus. Each pathway provides a personalised educational experience that encourages autonomy, competence, and meaningful engagement. This approach aims to celebrate individuality while equipping students with the skills necessary to make informed choices and adapt to change.
Fountains High School prides itself on its strong community ties, involving supportive parents, dedicated staff, and forward-thinking governors. Together, they create a safe and enjoyable learning atmosphere where students are encouraged to develop self-belief, build lasting relationships, and seek opportunities for kindness and happiness.
The curriculum at Fountains is designed to meet the diverse needs of its learners through three distinct pathways: Kaleidoscope, Mosaic, and Nexus. Each pathway provides a personalised educational experience that encourages autonomy, competence, and meaningful engagement. This approach aims to celebrate individuality while equipping students with the skills necessary to make informed choices and adapt to change.
Fountains High School prides itself on its strong community ties, involving supportive parents, dedicated staff, and forward-thinking governors. Together, they create a safe and enjoyable learning atmosphere where students are encouraged to develop self-belief, build lasting relationships, and seek opportunities for kindness and happiness.
Useful links
- Parago (other)
- Evolve (other)
- My Concern (other)
- Parent View (other)
- Arbor (other)
- Ofsted & School Performance (other)
- Esteem MAT (other)
- Facebook (other)
- FASST (other)
- Ofsted Report (other)
Nearby alternatives
- The Fountains Primary School (62.0)
- The Fountains High School (61.4)
- The Fountains Primary School (57.8)
- Bladon House School (55.7)
- Burton PRU (53.0)
Key details
- LA
- Staffordshire
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- ESTEEM MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 225
- Pupils
- 250
- Boys
- 182
- Girls
- 68
- FSM %
- 41.40
- Open date
- 2018-08-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-12-08
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Staffordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 250 | 182 | 68 | 225 | 41.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 236 | 167 | 69 | 225 | 38.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 206 | 144 | 62 | 200 | 35.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 206 | 144 | 62 | 170 | 35.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 202 | 133 | 69 | 170 | 33.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 186 | 128 | 58 | 170 | 36.30 |
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