The Winsford Academy

URN: 136184 • Winsford CW7 2BT

Overview

Name
The Winsford Academy
URN
136184
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
HALLIARD TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
38.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Emma-Jane McLaren (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01606592300
Website
Visit
Address
Grange Lane, Winsford CW7 2BT

Summary

The Winsford Academy, located in Winsford, Cheshire, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 1,023 students and a capacity of 1,312. As part of The Halliard Trust, the school is committed to fostering a community where students can learn, grow, and succeed together. The academy's mission emphasizes inspirational teaching and high aspirations for all students, underpinned by core values of aspiration, respect, responsibility, resilience, and kindness.

The curriculum at Winsford Academy is designed to be broad and balanced, ensuring that all students, including those with special educational needs, receive appropriate support to thrive alongside their peers. The school places a strong emphasis on the transition to secondary education, offering guidance and assistance to help students adjust smoothly to their new environment.

In addition to academic success, Winsford Academy prioritizes the development of personal qualities and skills essential for future success in society. The school encourages parental involvement and offers opportunities for prospective parents to visit and learn more about the academy's facilities and community engagement.

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Key details

LA
Cheshire West and Chester
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
HALLIARD TRUST
Capacity
1312
Pupils
1023
Boys
520
Girls
503
FSM %
43.50
Open date
2010-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-11-16
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Cheshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1023 520 503 1312 43.50
2024-09-11 1089 549 540 1312 42.60
2023-09-11 1048 542 506 1312 36.80
2022-09-11 1048 542 506 1500 36.80
2021-09-11 1011 515 496 1500 36.10
2020-09-11 960 489 471 1500 31.60

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