The Basildon Upper Academy

URN: 135897 • Basildon SS13 3HL

Overview

Name
The Basildon Upper Academy
URN
135897
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
THE BASILDON ACADEMIES
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
48.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Rebecca Rees (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
01268552536
Website
Visit
Address
Wickford Avenue, Basildon SS13 3HL

Summary

The Basildon Upper Academy is a mixed secondary school located in Basildon, Essex, with a current enrolment of 913 students and a capacity of 1,400. As part of the Basildon Academies Trust, the school focuses on the achievement and wellbeing of students in Key Stage 4 and 5. The academy operates under the ethos of "Aspire Believe Achieve," promoting inclusivity and striving for success for all students, particularly the most vulnerable.

The curriculum at The Basildon Upper Academy is designed to support academic progress while fostering personal development. The school has recently achieved a "Good" rating from Ofsted, highlighting its commitment to creating a respectful and supportive environment for all pupils. The academy also emphasizes extracurricular activities and community engagement, providing students with opportunities to enhance their educational experience.

In addition to its academic focus, the school has received recognition for its commitment to staff wellbeing, having been awarded the Healthy Schools Workplace Wellbeing Award. This reflects the academy's dedication to creating a positive and nurturing environment for both students and staff, ultimately aiming to enhance the life chances of all its students.

Key details

LA
Essex
Age range
14 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
THE BASILDON ACADEMIES
Capacity
1400
Pupils
913
Boys
483
Girls
430
FSM %
44.20
Open date
2009-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-11-09
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Essex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 913 483 430 1400 44.20
2024-09-11 900 468 432 1400 41.00
2023-09-11 707 355 352 1400 40.20
2022-09-11 707 355 352 1400 40.20
2021-09-11 607 318 289 1400 36.40
2020-09-11 511 256 255 1400 28.80

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