The Canterbury Academy

URN: 136302 • Canterbury CT2 8QA

Overview

Name
The Canterbury Academy
URN
136302
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
THE CANTERBURY ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
54.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Jon Watson (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
01227463971
Website
Visit
Address
Knight Avenue, Canterbury CT2 8QA

Summary

The Canterbury Academy is a mixed secondary academy located in Canterbury, Kent, with a current enrolment of 1,984 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 1,300. As part of The Canterbury Academy Trust, the school is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive educational environment for all students. The academy aims to foster a strong sense of community and encourages collaboration among students, staff, and families.

The curriculum at The Canterbury Academy is designed to meet the diverse needs of its students, offering a range of subjects and extracurricular activities that promote both academic and personal growth. The school places a strong emphasis on fostering resilience and independence, preparing students for future challenges. Additionally, the academy supports students from various backgrounds, with 32.8% of pupils eligible for free school meals, reflecting its commitment to inclusivity.

Parents can find more information about the academy's ethos, curriculum, and community initiatives on their official website. The Canterbury Academy also oversees the City View Nursery and The Canterbury Primary School, further contributing to the educational landscape of the area.

Key details

LA
Kent
Age range
11 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
THE CANTERBURY ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
1300
Pupils
1984
Boys
979
Girls
1005
FSM %
32.80
Open date
2010-10-07
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-02-22
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Kent

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1984 979 1005 1300 32.80
2024-09-11 1905 961 944 1300 30.20
2023-09-11 1841 930 911 1300 27.40
2022-09-11 1841 930 911 1300 27.40
2021-09-11 1833 949 884 1300 24.90
2020-09-11 1685 886 799 1300 20.10

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