The Thomas Alleyne Academy
High Street, Stevenage, SG1 3BEOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
The Thomas Alleyne Academy is a secondary school in Stevenage for ages 11 to 18. It is one of the 583 schools in Hertfordshire. It ranks 3rd of 6 secondary schools in Stevenage. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in June 2015.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 9 June 2015, report published 1 July 2015
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Outstanding
- Sixth form provision
- Good
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 15 October 2024
Pupils, including those in sixth form, are positive about life at the school. Most pupils enjoy their learning and the range of interesting subjects they can study. A vast array of clubs means pupils have many opportunities to develop their interests and make new friends. Thoughtful careers advice combined with close links with local colleges, employers and charities provides pupils with high-quality advice and guidance. Pupils build their confidence and consider ambitious next steps. Consequently, students move on to a range of appropriate destinations. Consistently applied behaviour routines support pupils to behave well. Most lessons proceed without interruption as pupils focus on their learning. Pupils are respectful to adults and each other. Bullying does not happen often and is addressed by staff effectively. The effective pastoral team is on hand to support pupils if they need help or guidance. Through the school's 'character' education, pupils learn important life skills such as compassion and perseverance. Pupils work hard with their learning, living up to the school's high expectations. Pupils are proud of their roles in supporting others, such as through peer mentoring. The school and sixth form are a positive place for pupils to learn and be themselves.
What the school should improve
- In a small number of curriculum areas, assessment is not as effective as it could be. It does not always align with the recently improved curriculum. In these instances, it is harder for staff to spot gaps in pupils' understanding. Pupils find it more difficult to build on their learning. The school should ensure that all its assessment aligns with the knowledge taught and is efficient and useful for staff to spot gaps in pupils' understanding.
Exam results
GCSE results (key stage 4), 2024/25
175 pupils in the year group
A level results (key stage 5), 2024/25
61 students
Average A level grade C+, England average B-
Pupil numbers and mix
970 pupils on roll, with places for 1,100
Schools near The Thomas Alleyne Academy
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barclay Academy | 0.2 miles | Ofsted: Good | Attainment 8: 49.5 |
| The Saint John Henry Newman Catholic School | 0.4 miles | Ofsted: Good | Attainment 8: 57.9 |
| Marriotts School | 2 miles | Report card: Expected standard | Attainment 8: 42.4 |
| The Nobel School | 2 miles | Ofsted: Good | Attainment 8: 50.2 |
| Barnwell School | 2 miles | Report card: Needs attention to strong standard | Attainment 8: 41.5 |
School details
- School type
- Academy sponsor led
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- CHILTERN LEARNING TRUST
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Gender
- Mixed
- Sixth form
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Mrs Melanie Cook
- Phone
- 01438344344
- Address
- High Street, Stevenage, SG1 3BE
- Local authority
- Hertfordshire
- URN
- 140037
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.