Accrington Academy

URN: 135649 • Accrington BB5 4FF

Overview

Name
Accrington Academy
URN
135649
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Christian
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
UNITED LEARNING TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
42.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Jamie Peel (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
01254304300
Website
Visit
Address
Queens Road West, Accrington BB5 4FF

Summary

Accrington Academy is a mixed secondary academy located in Accrington, Lancashire, with a current enrolment of 993 pupils and a capacity of 1,150. The academy is part of the United Learning group and is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive educational environment. With a significant proportion of students (40.5%) eligible for free school meals, the academy focuses on ensuring equitable access to quality education and resources for all pupils.

The academy's ethos emphasizes the importance of character education, aiming to develop well-rounded individuals who are prepared for future challenges. Accrington Academy offers a diverse curriculum designed to cater to the needs of all learners, including support for students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). The school also provides various extracurricular opportunities, including the Duke of Edinburgh Award, to enhance students' personal development.

Community engagement is a key aspect of Accrington Academy's approach, with initiatives aimed at fostering strong relationships between the school, students, and their families. The academy prioritizes staff wellbeing and professional development, ensuring a positive learning environment for both students and educators. For more information, visit their website at [Accrington Academy](http://www.accrington-academy.org/).

Key details

LA
Lancashire
Age range
11 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
UNITED LEARNING TRUST
Capacity
1150
Pupils
993
Boys
464
Girls
529
FSM %
40.50
Open date
2008-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-05-05
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 993 464 529 1150 40.50
2024-09-11 1051 489 562 1150 35.30
2023-09-11 1105 534 571 1150 31.90
2022-09-11 1105 534 571 1150 31.90
2021-09-11 1098 520 578 1150 31.00
2020-09-11 1133 525 608 1150 25.40

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