The Avon Valley School and Performing Arts College
URN: 125764 • Rugby CV21 1EH
Overview
- Name
- The Avon Valley School and Performing Arts College
- URN
- 125764
- Type
- Foundation school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 50.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Blake Francis (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01788542355
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Newbold Road, Rugby CV21 1EH
Summary
The Avon Valley School and Performing Arts College, located in Rugby, Warwickshire, is a mixed foundation secondary school with a current enrolment of 1,114 pupils, slightly above its capacity of 1,100. The school is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment, with a focus on the performing arts as a key aspect of its curriculum. This emphasis allows students to explore their creative talents while receiving a well-rounded education.
The school serves a diverse community, with 34.3% of pupils eligible for free school meals, reflecting its commitment to supporting students from various backgrounds. Avon Valley School aims to foster a strong sense of belonging and encourages parental involvement in the educational journey. The school management system is designed to facilitate communication and engagement between staff, students, and families.
Parents can find more information about the school's ethos, curriculum offerings, and community initiatives on their website. The Avon Valley School is dedicated to nurturing the potential of every student, preparing them for future success in both academic and personal pursuits.
The school serves a diverse community, with 34.3% of pupils eligible for free school meals, reflecting its commitment to supporting students from various backgrounds. Avon Valley School aims to foster a strong sense of belonging and encourages parental involvement in the educational journey. The school management system is designed to facilitate communication and engagement between staff, students, and families.
Parents can find more information about the school's ethos, curriculum offerings, and community initiatives on their website. The Avon Valley School is dedicated to nurturing the potential of every student, preparing them for future success in both academic and personal pursuits.
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Nearby alternatives
- Lawrence Sheriff School (72.2)
- Lawrence Sheriff School (70.2)
- Rugby High School (70.2)
- Rugby High School (63.6)
- Houlton School (56.3)
Key details
- LA
- Warwickshire
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 1100
- Pupils
- 1114
- Boys
- 523
- Girls
- 591
- FSM %
- 34.30
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-03-22
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Warwickshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1114 | 523 | 591 | 1100 | 34.30 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1107 | 512 | 595 | 1100 | 32.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1101 | 536 | 565 | 1100 | 28.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1101 | 536 | 565 | 1100 | 28.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1097 | 531 | 566 | 1100 | 25.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1090 | 524 | 566 | 1100 | 21.60 |
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