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
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.
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.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- Special Educational Needs (sen)
- Leave of Absence Request (sen)
- Student Leadership Team (sen)
- News & Events (calendar)
- Events (calendar)
- Hire our Facilities (calendar)
- News (calendar)
Nearby alternatives
- Lancaster Girls' Grammar School (70.2)
- Lancaster Royal Grammar School (70.2)
- Lancaster Royal Grammar School (68.6)
- Lancaster Girls' Grammar School (62.9)
- Central Lancaster High School (57.8)
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
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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