William Parker School Crest image from photo - October 2002
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About Us

William Parker is a voluntary controlled, 11-16 boys comprehensive school with a mixed federal sixth form.

There are 1069 boys in years 7 - 11 and 306 boys and girls in the shared sixth form.

Ofsted 2001 were impressed by

  • The dedication and teaching skills of a hardworking staff which has ensured that many pupils have continued to achieve at around average standards despite unusual circumstances

  • High standards in physical education as a result of very good teaching

  • The very good range of extra-curricular activities which are enthusiastically supported by many boys

  • Very good use of computers and new technology in many subjects

  • Strong links with the community particularly, though not exclusively, through its sports college status

  • The committed and clear leadership of the headteacher and his newly created senior team which is providing a secure platform and strong impetus for improvement