Cornwallis Academy
URN: 135371 • Maidstone ME17 4HX
Overview
- Name
- Cornwallis Academy
- URN
- 135371
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- FUTURE SCHOOLS TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 59.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Samantha McMahon (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01622743152
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Hubbards Lane, Maidstone ME17 4HX
Summary
Cornwallis Academy, located in Maidstone, Kent, is a mixed secondary school operating under the Future Schools Trust. With a current enrolment of 1,328 students and a capacity of 1,825, the academy serves a diverse community, with 33.90% of pupils eligible for free school meals. The school is committed to providing an inclusive education that prioritises the well-being and potential of every student.
The ethos of Cornwallis Academy is built around core values such as integrity, respect, resilience, and collaboration. The school aims to foster a supportive environment where students can thrive academically and personally. The curriculum is designed to broaden students' horizons and promote excellent teaching and learning, ensuring that all pupils are encouraged to achieve their best.
As part of the Future Schools Trust, Cornwallis Academy collaborates with other local schools to enhance educational opportunities and community engagement. The Trust focuses on building positive relationships within the community and providing bespoke support to meet the unique needs of its students and staff.
The ethos of Cornwallis Academy is built around core values such as integrity, respect, resilience, and collaboration. The school aims to foster a supportive environment where students can thrive academically and personally. The curriculum is designed to broaden students' horizons and promote excellent teaching and learning, ensuring that all pupils are encouraged to achieve their best.
As part of the Future Schools Trust, Cornwallis Academy collaborates with other local schools to enhance educational opportunities and community engagement. The Trust focuses on building positive relationships within the community and providing bespoke support to meet the unique needs of its students and staff.
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Nearby alternatives
- Maidstone Grammar School for Girls (76.6)
- Invicta Grammar School (73.3)
- School of Science and Technology Maidstone (68.3)
- Maidstone Grammar School (67.9)
- Valley Park School (60.9)
Key details
- LA
- Kent
- Age range
- 11 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- FUTURE SCHOOLS TRUST
- Capacity
- 1825
- Pupils
- 1328
- Boys
- 736
- Girls
- 592
- FSM %
- 33.90
- Open date
- 2007-09-03
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-01-12
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Kent
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1328 | 736 | 592 | 1825 | 33.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1321 | 735 | 586 | 1825 | 30.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1260 | 704 | 556 | 1825 | 24.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1260 | 704 | 556 | 1825 | 24.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1287 | 715 | 572 | 1825 | 23.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1313 | 717 | 596 | 1825 | 18.60 |
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