Wilmington Academy
URN: 136205 • Wilmington DA2 7DR
Overview
- Name
- Wilmington Academy
- URN
- 136205
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- LEIGH ACADEMIES TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 89.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Michael Gore (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 01322272111
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Common Lane, Wilmington DA2 7DR
Summary
Wilmington Academy, located in Kent, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 1,381 students, slightly below its capacity of 1,400. The academy is committed to fostering an inclusive learning environment where students from diverse backgrounds can thrive. It operates under the Leigh Academies Trust and is structured into three colleges—Apollo, Minerva, and Jupiter—each with dedicated leadership and support teams to ensure personalised attention for every student.
The curriculum at Wilmington Academy is designed to meet the varied needs and aspirations of its students, promoting academic excellence alongside personal development. The school places a strong emphasis on hard work, good manners, and cultural understanding, aiming to prepare students for a global society. In addition to academic offerings, the academy provides extensive enrichment programmes that encourage students to explore their interests and develop their skills.
Wilmington Academy has received an outstanding rating from Ofsted, reflecting its commitment to high educational standards and student welfare. The school actively engages with the community and encourages parental involvement, ensuring a supportive environment for all students.
The curriculum at Wilmington Academy is designed to meet the varied needs and aspirations of its students, promoting academic excellence alongside personal development. The school places a strong emphasis on hard work, good manners, and cultural understanding, aiming to prepare students for a global society. In addition to academic offerings, the academy provides extensive enrichment programmes that encourage students to explore their interests and develop their skills.
Wilmington Academy has received an outstanding rating from Ofsted, reflecting its commitment to high educational standards and student welfare. The school actively engages with the community and encourages parental involvement, ensuring a supportive environment for all students.
Useful links
- Governance, Organisation and Finance (governance)
- send (sen)
- Special Educational Needs & Disabilities (sen)
- Open Events (calendar)
- MYP Assessment Parent Guide (download)
- Home Academy Agreement (download)
- Privacy Policy (other)
- admissions (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Admissions Arrangements 2025-26 (other)
Nearby alternatives
- The Judd School (79.5)
- Gravesend Grammar School (77.7)
- Dartford Grammar School for Girls (77.3)
- Dartford Grammar School (77.0)
- Highworth Grammar School (76.9)
Key details
- LA
- Kent
- Age range
- 11 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- LEIGH ACADEMIES TRUST
- Capacity
- 1400
- Pupils
- 1381
- Boys
- 840
- Girls
- 541
- FSM %
- 21.20
- Open date
- 2010-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-05-05
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Kent
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1381 | 840 | 541 | 1400 | 21.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1374 | 833 | 541 | 1400 | 20.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1355 | 839 | 516 | 1400 | 15.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1355 | 839 | 516 | 1400 | 15.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1344 | 830 | 514 | 950 | 12.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1295 | 803 | 492 | 950 | 9.10 |
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