Lipson Co-operative Academy

URN: 136668 • Plymouth PL4 7PG

Overview

Name
Lipson Co-operative Academy
URN
136668
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
THE TED WRAGG MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
55.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Martin Brook (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
01752671318
Website
Visit
Address
Bernice Terrace, Plymouth PL4 7PG

Summary

Lipson Co-operative Academy is a mixed secondary school located in Plymouth, with a current enrolment of 1,096 students and a capacity of 1,150. As an academy converter, it operates under the ethos of the co-operative movement, emphasising values such as democracy, equality, and social responsibility. The school prioritises high academic standards while also fostering a supportive environment that values relationships among students, staff, and parents.

The academy's mission focuses on three core principles: People, Quality, and Achievement. Lipson aims to prepare students for adult life by ensuring they achieve their best academically and develop skills in areas such as sports, music, and the performing arts. The school maintains clear expectations for behaviour, encouraging students to be prepared, engaged, respectful, and kind.

Lipson Co-operative Academy is committed to creating a sense of belonging for all members of its community. The leadership team, led by Headteacher Martin Brook, strives for continuous improvement, ensuring that every student feels valued and supported in their educational journey.

Key details

LA
Plymouth
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
THE TED WRAGG MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
1150
Pupils
1096
Boys
557
Girls
539
FSM %
44.50
Open date
2011-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2021-11-04
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Devon

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1096 557 539 1150 44.50
2024-09-11 1102 567 535 1150 41.70
2023-09-11 1126 559 567 1150 36.10
2022-09-11 1126 559 567 1150 36.10
2021-09-11 1086 542 544 1150 34.10
2020-09-11 1008 503 505 1377 26.90

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