Wales High School
Storth Lane, Kiveton Park, Sheffield, S26 5QQOpen in maps (opens in a new tab)
Wales High School is a secondary school in Sheffield for ages 11 to 18. It is one of the 126 schools in Rotherham. It ranks 15th of 33 secondary schools in Sheffield. Its latest Ofsted rating is Good, from an inspection in April 2014.
Ofsted inspection
Inspected 8 April 2014, report published 14 May 2014
- Overall effectiveness
- Good
- Leadership and management
- Good
What Ofsted said
From the inspection on 10 October 2023
Wales High School is a friendly and vibrant school. Pupils understand the importance of tolerance and respect. Everyone is welcome in this inclusive school. Leaders have created a positive culture that spreads through every aspect of the school community. The school has designed an ambitious curriculum to meet the needs of all pupils, including pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). This extends to pupils who access the school's specialist resource provision, who are skilfully supported by well-trained staff to thrive in school. Some pupils have significant gaps in their knowledge when they join the school. For some disadvantaged pupils, these gaps do not close quickly enough. The school prioritises pupils' personal development. Pupils, including those in the sixth form, learn about important issues such as respectful relationships, financial management and discrimination. They are well prepared for life in modern Britain. The school's work to promote mental health is noteworthy. Pupils and staff are supported well by a team of counsellors and trained staff.
What the school should improve
- Some disadvantaged pupils have gaps in their knowledge and do not make as much progression through the curriculum as their peers. The school should implement its plans fully to address these gaps and enable disadvantaged pupils to learn better, particularly by the end of Year 11.
Exam results
GCSE results (key stage 4), 2024/25
315 pupils in the year group
A level results (key stage 5), 2024/25
90 students
Average A level grade C+, England average B-
Pupil numbers and mix
1,783 pupils on roll, with places for 1,867
Schools near Wales High School
| School | Distance | Ofsted | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aston Academy | 3 miles | Report card: Needs attention to expected standard | Attainment 8: 44.2 |
| Westfield School | 3 miles | Report card: Needs attention | Attainment 8: 41.5 |
| Dinnington High School | 4 miles | Ofsted: Requires improvement | Attainment 8: 42.3 |
| Handsworth Grange Community Sports College | 4 miles | Ofsted judgements: Requires improvement to good | Attainment 8: 36.6 |
| Heritage High School | 5 miles | Ofsted: Good | Attainment 8: 40.0 |
School details
- School type
- Academy converter
- Sector
- Academy
- Trust
- WALES HIGH SCHOOL ACADEMY TRUST
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Gender
- Mixed
- Sixth form
- Yes
- Headteacher
- Lisa McCall
- Phone
- 01909771291
- Address
- Storth Lane, Kiveton Park, Sheffield, S26 5QQ
- Local authority
- Rotherham
- URN
- 136331
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.