The Crypt School

URN: 136578 • Gloucester GL2 5AE

Overview

Name
The Crypt School
URN
136578
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Selective
Trust
THE CRYPT SCHOOL
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
77.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Nicholas Dyer (since 2025) , Headmaster
Telephone
01452530291
Website
Visit
Address
Podsmead Road, Gloucester GL2 5AE

Summary

The Crypt School is a mixed secondary academy located in Gloucester, with a current enrolment of 1,093 students, exceeding its capacity of 800. The school prides itself on being an inclusive and ambitious environment where students are encouraged to flourish academically and personally. The ethos of the school is rooted in a commitment to pastoral care and student wellbeing, ensuring that each individual receives the support they need to grow into their desired selves.

The curriculum at The Crypt School is designed to provide a well-rounded education, complemented by a variety of extracurricular activities that foster personal development. Students have opportunities to engage in sports, music, and various clubs, promoting a vibrant school community. The school also emphasizes the importance of shared values, guiding students in their development and interactions within the school environment.

The Crypt School actively seeks to involve parents in its community, with opportunities for parental engagement such as becoming a Parent Trustee. The school regularly celebrates its history and achievements, fostering a sense of belonging and pride among students and families alike. For more information, visit their website at http://www.cryptschool.org.

Key details

LA
Gloucestershire
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
THE CRYPT SCHOOL
Capacity
800
Pupils
1093
Boys
740
Girls
353
FSM %
3.40
Open date
2011-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-03-13
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Gloucestershire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1093 740 353 800 3.40
2024-09-11 1093 786 307 800 4.20
2023-09-11 1072 841 231 800 4.10
2022-09-11 1072 841 231 800 4.10
2021-09-11 1048 855 193 800 4.40
2020-09-11 1031 876 155 800 3.40

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