Folkestone Academy

URN: 135195 • Folkestone CT19 5FP

Overview

Name
Folkestone Academy
URN
135195
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
All-through
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Christian
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
87.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Andrew Milliken (since 2025) , Mr
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Website
Address
Academy Lane, Folkestone CT19 5FP

Summary

Folkestone Academy is a mixed all-through academy located in Folkestone, Kent, with a current enrolment of 2,170 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 1,480. As part of the Turner Schools Multi Academy Trust, the academy is dedicated to transforming the educational experience of its students and empowering families within the community. The school promotes an ethos of inclusivity, aiming to support all pupils in overcoming barriers to success.

The curriculum at Folkestone Academy encompasses traditional academic subjects alongside creative arts and sports, with a robust extra-curricular programme that includes activities such as drama, music technology, and sports. The academy places a strong emphasis on digital learning, providing every Year 7 pupil with a Chromebook to facilitate access to online resources both in and out of the classroom.

Folkestone Academy is committed to fostering a supportive environment for its students, with dedicated staff available to assist those needing additional help. The school prioritises the well-being of its pupils and aims to prepare them for future pathways, whether that be higher education, apprenticeships, or other career opportunities.

Key details

LA
Kent
Age range
3 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1480
Pupils
2170
Boys
1125
Girls
1045
FSM %
21.20
Open date
2007-09-01
Close date
2017-11-30
Last Ofsted
2015-10-21
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Kent

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 2170 1125 1045 1480 21.20
2024-09-11 2170 1125 1045 1480 21.20
2023-09-11 2170 1125 1045 1480 21.20
2022-09-11 2170 1125 1045 1480 21.20
2021-09-11 2170 1125 1045 1480 21.20
2020-09-11 2170 1125 1045 1480 21.20

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