The Gateway Academy

URN: 133114 • Grays RM16 4LU

Overview

Name
The Gateway Academy
URN
133114
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
GATEWAY LEARNING COMMUNITY
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
53.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Grainne McLaughlin (since 2025) , Head of School
Telephone
01375489000
Website
Visit
Address
Marshfoot Road, Grays RM16 4LU

Summary

The Gateway Academy, located in Grays, Thurrock, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 1,033 students, slightly below its capacity of 1,035. The school is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment, guided by its core values of Responsibility, Resilience, Compassion, and Aspiration. Under the leadership of an experienced Headteacher, the academy prioritises exceptional teaching and outstanding pastoral care to ensure that every student can achieve their full potential.

The curriculum at The Gateway Academy is designed to support a wide range of learners, offering subjects from Languages and Engineering to Performing Arts and Physical Education. The school also features a Grammar Band provision for higher-attaining students, which has seen impressive academic results, including 324 GCSE grades at 7–9 last year. The academy's focus on individual student needs is reflected in its strong academic progress, attendance rates, and a high teacher retention rate.

The Gateway Academy prides itself on its strong community ethos, emphasising the wellbeing of students and fostering positive relationships between staff and learners. With a commitment to continuous improvement, the academy aims to provide an outstanding educational experience for all its students.

Key details

LA
Thurrock
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
GATEWAY LEARNING COMMUNITY
Capacity
1035
Pupils
1033
Boys
513
Girls
520
FSM %
40.90
Open date
2006-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-03-28
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Essex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1033 513 520 1035 40.90
2024-09-11 1077 531 546 1035 38.50
2023-09-11 1070 530 540 1035 31.70
2022-09-11 1070 530 540 1035 31.70
2021-09-11 1048 519 529 1035 28.90
2020-09-11 1029 513 516 1035 24.80

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