King's Lynn Academy
URN: 136202 • King's Lynn PE30 4QG
Overview
- Name
- King's Lynn Academy
- URN
- 136202
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- EASTERN MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 59.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Alan Fletcher (since 2025) , Acting Principal
- Telephone
- 01553774671
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Queen Mary Road, King's Lynn PE30 4QG
Summary
King's Lynn Academy (KLA) is a mixed secondary academy located in King's Lynn, Norfolk, with a current enrolment of 952 students and a capacity of 1,100. The school prides itself on fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where every student is encouraged to reach their full potential, regardless of their starting point. KLA has been recognized for its positive culture, with a strong emphasis on respect and care among students and staff.
The academy offers a broad curriculum complemented by various enrichment opportunities, including personal development meetings and community fundraising activities. KLA actively engages with its local community, having raised over £9,000 for charity and hosting events for local elderly residents. The school values student voice, with a dedicated Student Commission that collaborates with staff to ensure the needs and opinions of students are considered in decision-making processes.
KLA has a clear commitment to safeguarding and well-being, aiming to reduce exclusions and maintain a positive school atmosphere. The leadership team has successfully decreased exclusion rates significantly, with a goal of becoming a 'zero-exclusion' school, reflecting their belief in keeping students engaged in their education.
The academy offers a broad curriculum complemented by various enrichment opportunities, including personal development meetings and community fundraising activities. KLA actively engages with its local community, having raised over £9,000 for charity and hosting events for local elderly residents. The school values student voice, with a dedicated Student Commission that collaborates with staff to ensure the needs and opinions of students are considered in decision-making processes.
KLA has a clear commitment to safeguarding and well-being, aiming to reduce exclusions and maintain a positive school atmosphere. The leadership team has successfully decreased exclusion rates significantly, with a goal of becoming a 'zero-exclusion' school, reflecting their belief in keeping students engaged in their education.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- SEN Local Offer (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- News and Events (calendar)
- Admissions (other)
- Admissions Form (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Springwood High School (69.0)
- St Clement's High School (58.1)
- King Edward VII School (45.2)
- Springwood High School (45.2)
- St Clement's High School (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Norfolk
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- EASTERN MULTI-ACADEMY TRUST
- Capacity
- 1100
- Pupils
- 952
- Boys
- 471
- Girls
- 481
- FSM %
- 28.40
- Open date
- 2010-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-05-18
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Norfolk
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 952 | 471 | 481 | 1100 | 28.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 961 | 489 | 472 | 1100 | 25.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 906 | 454 | 452 | 1100 | 24.20 |
| 2022-09-11 | 906 | 454 | 452 | 1100 | 24.20 |
| 2021-09-11 | 892 | 453 | 439 | 1100 | 22.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 849 | 438 | 411 | 1100 | 19.80 |
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