The Milton Keynes Academy

URN: 135665 • Milton Keynes MK6 5LA

Overview

Name
The Milton Keynes Academy
URN
135665
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
CREATIVE EDUCATION TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
38.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Gordon Farquhar (since 2025)
Telephone
01908341700
Website
Visit
Address
Fulwoods Drive, Milton Keynes MK6 5LA

Summary

The Milton Keynes Academy (MKA) is a mixed secondary academy located in Milton Keynes, serving approximately 1,010 students with a capacity of 1,550. As a member of the Creative Education Trust, MKA is committed to providing an education that fosters ambition and equips students with the skills necessary for future success. The academy prioritises a safe and engaging learning environment, where academic and extracurricular activities are designed to inspire students and help them reach their full potential.

The curriculum at MKA is delivered by a dedicated team of subject specialists who focus on making learning relevant and linked to real-life applications. The school encourages student involvement through a vibrant extracurricular programme, with opportunities for students to suggest new clubs and activities via the Student Council. Core values of Respect, Responsibility, Resilience, Equality, and Aspiration underpin the academy's ethos, promoting individual growth and leadership among students.

MKA aims to build strong partnerships with families and the wider community, ensuring that every student feels supported and valued. The leadership team, led by Principal Gordon Farquhar, is committed to maximising each student's potential and fostering a nurturing environment that encourages academic excellence and community engagement.

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Key details

LA
Milton Keynes
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
CREATIVE EDUCATION TRUST
Capacity
1550
Pupils
1010
Boys
488
Girls
522
FSM %
44.60
Open date
2009-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-01-18
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Buckinghamshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1010 488 522 1550 44.60
2024-09-11 1062 537 525 1550 42.00
2023-09-11 1242 627 615 1550 38.40
2022-09-11 1242 627 615 1550 38.40
2021-09-11 1229 635 594 1550 34.70
2020-09-11 1186 589 597 1550 31.00

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