The Robert Smyth Academy
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Based on 9 reviews and 81 answers
Ratings by area
Average of 9 reviews with area ratings
- Safety2.9
- Food2.8
- Education2.4
- Communication2.3
- Indoor environment2.3
- Activities2.2
- Staff2.1
- Outdoor environment2.1
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- Former Student1.017 December 2023
thank god I left
Absolutely terrible it couldn’t have been worse. My mate got assaulted and raped by a guy she shared every single class with and the school refused to do anything about it. Made it sound like she was lying, she was offered to leave five minutes early to “avoid bumping into him in the corridors” I felt so bad for her she lived in constant fear of that man. And everyone knew it. They took her personal property and told her to stop talking about it, making her sound like an attention seeker. For...
- Former Student1.07 June 2023
My time here
This school is really bummy. It made me depressed and I wanted to do some bad things. I remember one of my MALE teachers flirting with me and asked for my number. I couldn’t believe my ears. I went home and cried that day. The safeguarding team is inappropriate and discarded my situation. I never felt more alone. Save your kids and never go here. The good reviews are a lie.
- Former Student1.07 June 2023
horrid experience
I feel violated. I was in my maths class and a teacher very obviously bent over in front of me and let out a sloppy, wet, crunchy fart into my face. I am mentally unstable from this situation. Never go here and if you are thinking about letting your kids go then DONT.
- Other1.07 June 2023
appalling
terrible school. unhealthy food that made my friend very obese. teachers are incoherent and not funny. way too strict and one teacher spanked my friends bum in class
- Former Student1.07 June 2023
NEVER GO HERE
Absolute horror. The teachers here are abnoxious and have no respect for any student. I remember one of them threw a meter stick at one of my mates and shouted some horrible names at him. I’m couldn’t have asked for a worse learning experience.
- Student1.07 June 2023
awful
the teachers at this school drive me absolutely mental. they won't let you do anything fun at all. wanna go on the field ? nah sorry . what about play football ? are you mental. this school is absolutely nutty. way too strict. focused more on rules than teaching. total drivel . HATE IT! with a passion
- Student4.01 May 2022
Rather good, I'd definitely reccomend it
Wasn't a bad experience. The school has definitely changed since i joined in year 7 mostly for the better but in some circumstances i must disagree. Food is decent Teachers are hit or miss, some great teachers although some i'm not personally keen on. Homework is typically alright although most teachers nowdays punish with afterschools if faliure to hand in so its a good incentive to make you do so. This is typically alright but sometimes it can become extremely difficult to balance everything. Corridors are all painted white with no decoration which is enough to send anyone insane
- Student5.02 October 2021
5/5 stars
I moved to this school a couple years in and I couldn’t have asked for more, I rated a 5/5 because whenever an issue is brought up the school is quick to handle it. The teachers are amazing too as if there’s an issue in the class you can easily talk to them or email about it, they are strict but fair. The food is also good as it has a wide range for all students whenever. The homework is there, however it’s only set when necessary and it’s never “too much”. I’ve really enjoyed my experience her...
- Student4.022 June 2021
A great option to consider!
Having moved to this school very late at the start of secondary school, I love this school. The teachers see potential in you and they recommend what they can in situations to the best of their ability. The Inclusion department are the nicest people I've met - once you have a teaching assistant in your class, you feel a bond with them. My favourite lesson would be Dance because of the large studio space we have. It is something other schools don't have (or even don't do on the curriculum) that I like about this school. The canteen - if that's something important to you - has amazing food from breakfast to break and lunch. They offer vegetarian/vegan options and can cater to specific allergies upon request. I gave this school a 4/5 rating because some students do ruin the experience in terms of classwork and noise - although very rarely. I have had some issues with a particular teacher but the school were very quick to respond to the formal complaint sent in about them. Positioned in a lovely area of Market Harborough too, a 20 minute walk from the station and a 10 minute walk from town. I have made some great friends here too!
