Haberdashers' Abraham Darby is a secondary academy in Telford, West Midlands. It has not yet been rated by students on y.school. Be the first to rate this academy and help other students and parents understand what the school experience is really like.
In terms of academic performance, Haberdashers' Abraham Darby has a Progress 8 score of -0.74 (below the national average), an Attainment 8 score of 39.7, 51% of students achieving grade 4+ in English and Maths, an average A-Level grade of C-.
The school has 1,058 pupils on roll, a teacher turnover rate of 16.3%, 32% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 12.1%.
After leaving Haberdashers' Abraham Darby, student destinations include 56% going on to university and 5% entering apprenticeships.
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Haberdashers' Abraham Darby has a Progress 8 score of -0.74, which is below the national average of 0. Progress 8 measures how much progress students make between the end of Key Stage 2 and their GCSE results, compared to students with similar starting points nationally.
The school's Attainment 8 score is 39.7. Attainment 8 measures the average achievement of students across 8 qualifications including English, Maths, three EBacc subjects, and three open group qualifications.
51% of students at Haberdashers' Abraham Darby achieved grade 4 or above in both English and Maths GCSEs.
Students at Haberdashers' Abraham Darby achieve an average A-Level grade of C-. This metric covers all A-Level and equivalent qualifications taken at the school.
Haberdashers' Abraham Darby has an overall absence rate of 12.1%. The national average for secondary schools is approximately 5.5%.
The teacher turnover rate at Haberdashers' Abraham Darby is 16.3%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.
Haberdashers' Abraham Darby has 1,058 pupils on roll.
32% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.
After leaving Haberdashers' Abraham Darby, 56% go on to university and 5% enter apprenticeships.
Source: Department for Education, Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score.
Data last updated: April 2026
Haberdashers' Abraham Darby was rated "Requires Improvement" by Ofsted following an inspection in June 2023 (2 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Haberdashers' Abraham Darby is overdue for reinspection.
A "Requires Improvement" rating means Ofsted identified areas where the school needs to improve. The school will typically be reinspected within 2 years. Around 12% of schools hold this rating.
Note: From November 2025, Ofsted replaced single-word judgements with detailed report cards covering multiple categories. While Haberdashers' Abraham Darby's rating shown above was awarded under the previous system, Ofsted now provides more granular assessments. For the most up-to-date inspection information, check the school's report card on the Ofsted website.
Ofsted data is displayed for context only and does not influence the Student Score. For the official Ofsted report, visit reports.ofsted.gov.uk.
Crime Nearby
212/mo
Within ~1 mile (Police.uk)
Violent Crime
111/mo
52% of total
Air Quality
Good
NO₂: 6.2 µg/m³ · PM2.5: 5.5
Bus Stops
8
Within 500m
Source: Police.uk, DEFRA UK-Air, DfT NaPTAN. Based on the school's location — actual conditions may vary.
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Quality of Education
Good
Behaviour & Attitudes
Requires Improvement
Personal Development
Good
Leadership & Management
Good
Parent View
Would Recommend
81%
Child is Happy
54%
Child Feels Safe
54%
Source: Department for Education / Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score. Small schools may show extreme percentages due to small sample sizes.