Redmoor Academy
Wykin Road, Hinckley, LE10 0EPOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Redmoor Academy is a secondary school in Hinckley for ages 11 to 16. It is one of the 324 schools in Leicestershire. It ranks 2nd of 3 secondary schools in Hinckley. Its latest Ofsted outcome is a report card, from an inspection in April 2026.
Ofsted report card
Inspected 14 April 2026, report published 21 May 2026
Each area is graded from urgent improvement to exceptional, and safeguarding is either met or not met.
- Inclusion
- Strong standard
- Curriculum and teaching
- Expected standard
- Achievement
- Expected standard
- Attendance and behaviour
- Expected standard
- Personal development and wellbeing
- Expected standard
- Leadership and governance
- Strong standard
- Safeguarding
- Met
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 14 April 2026
Redmoor Academy is a positive and inclusive community. Pupils feel known and supported at school. They benefit from warm, respectful relationships with adults. Pupils appreciate the kind and supportive approach of staff and know that adults will help them when they need it. Pupils know what is expected of them and this enables them to engage with their learning. The behaviour of pupils creates a calm and respectful environment. Leaders care for their pupils and staff know all pupils well. The school has high aspirations for pupils. Pupils enjoy their learning and make good progress from their starting points. They understand how to keep themselves safe, including when online. Leaders ensure that pupils build the knowledge and skills they need for their next steps. Pupils value the opportunities the school offers beyond the classroom, including the wider curriculum experiences that encourage them to develop new interests. Pupils appreciate the time and commitment staff give to these activities. Key stage 3 pupils look forward to the 'Redmoor enrichment course' which takes place during one week every year and provides opportunities to take part in activities and trips. Pupils feel that they belong at this school. Leaders act quickly when pupils face barriers to their learning or wellbeing. Pupils who need extra help, including those with special education needs and/or disabilities, are supported well. As a result, pupils attend regularly and grow in confidence. The school persists with pupils to secure the best outcomes for them. Leaders use positive relationships and tailored help to ensure that they are all supported. Bullying does not happen often. Pupils have confidence that staff will address issues if they arise at school. They get the support they need to be successful in school. Because of this, pupils are happy, safe and included.
What the school should improve
- Leaders should ensure that teachers consistently check pupils' work so that they develop the foundational knowledge and skills they need, including in language and communication skills.
- Leaders should ensure that pupils develop a deep understanding of the school's personal, social, health and economic education curriculum.
- Leaders should make sure that all pupils attend regularly so that they benefit from the school's curriculum and wider offer.
Exam results
GCSE results (key stage 4), 2024/25
183 pupils in the year group
Pupil numbers and mix
990 pupils on roll, with places for 925
Schools near Redmoor Academy
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hinckley School | 1 mile | Ofsted: Good | Attainment 8: 43.8 |
| Saint Martin's Catholic Voluntary Academy | 2 miles | Ofsted: Good | Attainment 8: 54.3 |
| Hastings High School | 2 miles | Ofsted: Good | Attainment 8: 48.5 |
| Heath Lane Academy | 3 miles | Ofsted: Good | Attainment 8: 40.0 |
| Higham Lane North Academy | 3 miles | No Ofsted inspection | Not published |
School details
- School type
- Academy converter
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- THE FUTURES TRUST
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Gender
- Mixed
- Sixth form
- No
- Headteacher
- Mr Matthew Nicolle
- Phone
- 01455230731
- Address
- Wykin Road, Hinckley, LE10 0EP
- Local authority
- Leicestershire
- URN
- 137968
School details from Get Information about Schools, 17 September 2026. Ofsted outcomes published to 31 August 2026. Exam results for 2024/25 from the Department for Education. Pupil mix from the school census, 2025/26.