Whitley Academy
URN: 136840 • Coventry CV3 4BD
Overview
- Name
- Whitley Academy
- URN
- 136840
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Special Measures
- Ranking score
- 29.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Kathryn Wright (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Abbey Road, Coventry CV3 4BD
Summary
Whitley Academy is a mixed secondary school located in Coventry, with a current enrolment of 897 students and a capacity of 910. As an academy converter, it operates with a focus on providing quality education tailored to the needs of its diverse student body. The school is committed to fostering an inclusive environment, with 27.5% of its pupils eligible for free school meals, reflecting its dedication to supporting students from various backgrounds.
The curriculum at Whitley Academy is designed to equip students with essential skills and knowledge, preparing them for future academic and career opportunities. The school emphasizes a holistic approach to education, encouraging personal development alongside academic achievement. Extracurricular activities and support services are also available to enhance student engagement and well-being.
Whitley Academy plays an active role in the local community, promoting strong partnerships with parents and local organizations. This collaborative ethos aims to create a supportive network that benefits both students and their families, ensuring a well-rounded educational experience.
The curriculum at Whitley Academy is designed to equip students with essential skills and knowledge, preparing them for future academic and career opportunities. The school emphasizes a holistic approach to education, encouraging personal development alongside academic achievement. Extracurricular activities and support services are also available to enhance student engagement and well-being.
Whitley Academy plays an active role in the local community, promoting strong partnerships with parents and local organizations. This collaborative ethos aims to create a supportive network that benefits both students and their families, ensuring a well-rounded educational experience.
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Key details
- LA
- Coventry
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 910
- Pupils
- 897
- Boys
- 465
- Girls
- 432
- FSM %
- 27.50
- Open date
- 2011-07-01
- Close date
- 2020-12-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2020-01-09
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Midlands
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 897 | 465 | 432 | 910 | 27.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 897 | 465 | 432 | 910 | 27.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 897 | 465 | 432 | 910 | 27.50 |
| 2022-09-11 | 897 | 465 | 432 | 910 | 27.50 |
| 2021-09-11 | 897 | 465 | 432 | 910 | 27.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 897 | 465 | 432 | 910 | 27.50 |
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