Discovery Academy

URN: 136681 • Stoke-on-Trent ST2 0GA

Overview

Name
Discovery Academy
URN
136681
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
ALPHA ACADEMIES TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
44.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Jayne Schofield (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
01782882100
Website
Visit
Address
Discovery Drive, Stoke-on-Trent ST2 0GA

Summary

Discovery Academy is a mixed secondary school located in Stoke-on-Trent, operating under the Alpha Academies Trust. With a current enrolment of 1,437 students, the academy has a capacity of 1,500 pupils. The school aims to provide a supportive and inclusive environment, with a significant percentage (48.60%) of students eligible for free school meals, reflecting its commitment to serving the local community.

The curriculum at Discovery Academy is designed to foster academic achievement while also promoting personal development. The school focuses on delivering a well-rounded education that prepares students for future challenges, encouraging both academic excellence and the development of essential life skills.

In addition to its educational offerings, Discovery Academy actively engages with the community through events such as the Summer Fayre, which fosters a sense of belonging and partnership among students, families, and local residents. The academy's ethos centres on collaboration and support, ensuring that every student has the opportunity to thrive. For more information, parents can visit the school's website at http://www.thediscoveryacademy.co.uk/.

Key details

LA
Stoke-on-Trent
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
ALPHA ACADEMIES TRUST
Capacity
1500
Pupils
1437
Boys
748
Girls
689
FSM %
48.60
Open date
2011-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-04-17
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Staffordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1437 748 689 1500 48.60
2024-09-11 1446 735 711 1500 44.70
2023-09-11 1330 665 665 1500 40.20
2022-09-11 1330 665 665 1500 40.20
2021-09-11 1267 631 636 1200 34.60
2020-09-11 1202 601 601 1200 31.70

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