Best 3 Secondary schools in Market Harborough – comparison

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Q: What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; review capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and look at trust or local authority governance. Read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding details.

Comparison of secondary schools: Welland Park Academy (Secondary) in Market Harborough; The Robert Smyth Academy (Secondary) in Market Harborough — covering Ofsted outcomes, size, FSM%, governance, capacity & more.

At a glance

This page compares Welland Park Academy and The Robert Smyth Academy. They are secondary phase and academy converter type located around Market Harborough, Leicestershire. The strongest headline Ofsted judgement here is 2 (Welland Park Academy), published Sep 2019. The most recent inspection on record is for Welland Park Academy (Sep 2019). average roll around ≈ 1,150, combined total ≈ 2,250, typical FSM 10–15%, range 10–15%–10–15%; all within the Tudor Grange Academies Trust trust.

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Attribute	Welland Park Academy LE16 9DR	The Robert Smyth Academy LE16 7JG
Phase / Type	Secondary • Academy converter	Secondary • Academy converter
Location	Market Harborough Leicestershire LE16 9DR	Market Harborough Leicestershire LE16 7JG
Latest Ofsted	2 2 Sep 2019	2 2 Oct 2017
Ofsted report	—	—
Pupils (roll)	≈ 1,000 🔒 Unlock exact pupils	≈ 1,300 🔒 Unlock exact pupils
FSM %	10–15% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %	10–15% 🔒 Unlock exact FSM %
Capacity	1050	1192
Capacity utilisation	Near capacity 🔒 View exact %	Over capacity 🔒 View exact %
Age range	—	—
Gender	Mixed	Mixed
Admissions policy	Non-selective	Non-selective
Trust / Local authority	Leicestershire (855)	Tudor Grange Academies Trust
Website	wellandparkacademy.co.uk	www.robertsmyth.tgacademy.org.uk
Telephone	01858464795	01858440770
SEN provision	None reported	None reported
Profile	View profile	View profile

Welland Park Academy

LE16 9DR

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy converter
Location: Market Harborough
Leicestershire
LE16 9DR
Ofsted: 2 2 Sep 2019
Pupils: ≈ 1,000 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 10–15% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Leicestershire (855)
Website: wellandparkacademy.co.uk
Telephone: 01858464795

The Robert Smyth Academy

LE16 7JG

Phase / Type: Secondary • Academy converter
Location: Market Harborough
Leicestershire
LE16 7JG
Ofsted: 2 2 Oct 2017
Pupils: ≈ 1,300 🔒 Exact value
FSM %: 10–15% 🔒 Exact %
Trust / LA: Tudor Grange Academies Trust
Website: www.robertsmyth.tgacademy.org.uk
Telephone: 01858440770

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How are these comparisons built?

We line up public school data side-by-side. Ofsted “headline” judgement is shown with the publication date when available. Exact pupil counts and precise FSM% are available to Pro users; everyone sees rounded values.

What if a school has a recent ungraded visit?

Ungraded visits (Section 8) check whether the previous graded judgement still stands, but do not replace it. We keep the latest graded judgement as the headline until a new graded inspection is published.

Why can’t I see exact numbers?

To keep the service sustainable, we show approximate pupils and bucketed FSM% to free users. Upgrade to AllSchools Pro to unlock precise figures and exports.

How should I choose a school?

Start with the most recent graded Ofsted judgement, then check whether it aligns with your child’s needs. Look at distance and travel, typical class sizes (roll vs capacity), and the school’s admissions policy. Speak to the school, arrange a visit, and ask about pastoral support and enrichment.

What should I look for when comparing schools?

Compare headline Ofsted and publication dates for recency; check FSM% and local context; scan capacity utilisation (under, near, or over capacity); and review trust/local authority for governance. If available, read the official Ofsted report for curriculum and safeguarding detail.