The Elizabethan High School
URN: 122885 • Retford DN22 7PY
Overview
- Name
- The Elizabethan High School
- URN
- 122885
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 45.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Lynn Kenworthy (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Hallcroft Road, Retford DN22 7PY
Summary
The Elizabethan High School, located in Retford, Nottinghamshire, is a mixed community secondary school with a capacity of 1,258 students. The school is dedicated to fostering an environment that promotes academic excellence, personal growth, and a strong sense of belonging. The ethos is built around the core values of Respect, Responsibility, and Resilience, which guide students in their academic and personal development.
The curriculum at The Elizabethan Academy is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary for future success. In addition to strong academic offerings, the school encourages participation in creative and extracurricular activities, helping students to explore their individual passions and develop confidence. The school is committed to inclusivity and celebrates the diversity of its student body, ensuring that every individual feels valued and supported.
The Elizabethan Academy places a high value on community engagement, working in partnership with parents and local stakeholders to enhance the educational experience. The school prioritises the wellbeing and professional growth of its staff, recognising their vital role in creating a nurturing and effective learning environment for all students.
The curriculum at The Elizabethan Academy is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary for future success. In addition to strong academic offerings, the school encourages participation in creative and extracurricular activities, helping students to explore their individual passions and develop confidence. The school is committed to inclusivity and celebrates the diversity of its student body, ensuring that every individual feels valued and supported.
The Elizabethan Academy places a high value on community engagement, working in partnership with parents and local stakeholders to enhance the educational experience. The school prioritises the wellbeing and professional growth of its staff, recognising their vital role in creating a nurturing and effective learning environment for all students.
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Nearby alternatives
- Retford Oaks Academy (57.6)
- The Elizabethan Academy (53.7)
- Ordsall Hall School (45.2)
- Retford Oaks High School (45.2)
- The King Edward VI School (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Nottinghamshire
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 1258
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- Close date
- 2012-03-31
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Nottinghamshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1258 | ||||
| 2024-09-11 | 1258 | ||||
| 2023-09-11 | 1258 | ||||
| 2022-09-11 | 1258 | ||||
| 2021-09-11 | 1258 | ||||
| 2020-09-11 | 1258 |
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