Ripley St Thomas Church of England Academy

URN: 136731 • Lancaster LA1 4RS

Overview

Name
Ripley St Thomas Church of England Academy
URN
136731
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
THE BAY LEARNING TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
73.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Helen Best (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
0152464496
Website
Visit
Address
Ashton Road, Lancaster LA1 4RS

Summary

Ripley St Thomas Church of England Academy is a mixed secondary school located in Lancaster, Lancashire, with a current enrolment of 1,733 pupils and a capacity of 1,754. Established in 1864, the academy combines a rich tradition with modern educational practices, aiming to develop students academically, spiritually, and personally. The school is committed to its Christian values of faith, hope, love, and service, fostering a supportive and harmonious community.

The academy offers a comprehensive curriculum for students aged 11-18, with 380 pupils in the Sixth Form. Ripley St Thomas is recognised for its academic excellence, consistently ranking in the top 25% of secondary schools nationally based on value-added performance. The school admits 270 new pupils each September, providing a nurturing environment that encourages students to thrive.

In addition to its academic offerings, Ripley St Thomas promotes extracurricular activities and community involvement, ensuring that students are well-prepared for their future roles in society. The school also provides opportunities for teacher training through the Ripley SCITT programme, further contributing to the educational landscape in the region.

Key details

LA
Lancashire
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
THE BAY LEARNING TRUST
Capacity
1754
Pupils
1733
Boys
836
Girls
897
FSM %
10.60
Open date
2011-05-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-12-15
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lancashire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1733 836 897 1754 10.60
2024-09-11 1676 794 882 1754 9.60
2023-09-11 1754 872 882 1754 9.70
2022-09-11 1754 872 882 1754 9.70
2021-09-11 1768 887 881 1754 9.20
2020-09-11 1733 882 851 1754 7.30

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