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
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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.

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

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
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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