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Southfield School for Girls
Kettering·East Midlands·Academy·girls
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Southfield School for Girls is a secondary academy in Kettering, East 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, Southfield School for Girls has a Progress 8 score of -0.23 (below the national average), an Attainment 8 score of 46.2, 67% of students achieving grade 4+ in English and Maths, an average A-Level grade of C-.
The school has 1,197 pupils on roll, a teacher turnover rate of 21.0%, 12% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 9.6%.
After leaving Southfield School for Girls, student destinations include 59% going on to university and 7% entering apprenticeships.
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Southfield School for Girls has a Progress 8 score of -0.23, 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 46.2. Attainment 8 measures the average achievement of students across 8 qualifications including English, Maths, three EBacc subjects, and three open group qualifications.
67% of students at Southfield School for Girls achieved grade 4 or above in both English and Maths GCSEs.
Students at Southfield School for Girls achieve an average A-Level grade of C-. This metric covers all A-Level and equivalent qualifications taken at the school.
Southfield School for Girls has an overall absence rate of 9.6%. The national average for secondary schools is approximately 5.5%.
The teacher turnover rate at Southfield School for Girls is 21.0%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.
Southfield School for Girls has 1,197 pupils on roll.
12% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.
After leaving Southfield School for Girls, 59% go on to university and 7% enter apprenticeships.
Source: Department for Education, Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score.
Southfield School for Girls was rated "Good" by Ofsted following an inspection in April 2023 (2 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, Southfield School for Girls is next inspection expected around 2027.
A "Good" rating means Ofsted found the school provides a high standard of education across all areas assessed. Around 65% of schools in England are rated Good, making it the most common rating.
Note: From November 2025, Ofsted replaced single-word judgements with detailed report cards covering multiple categories. While Southfield School for Girls'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
89/mo
Within ~1 mile (Police.uk)
Violent Crime
41/mo
46% of total
Air Quality
Good
NO₂: 10.4 µg/m³ · PM2.5: 7.9
Bus Stops
23
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
Good
Personal Development
Outstanding
Leadership & Management
Good
Parent View
Would Recommend
83%
Child is Happy
45%
Child Feels Safe
49%
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.