The Academy, Selsey

URN: 137096 • Chichester PO20 9EH

Overview

Name
The Academy, Selsey
URN
137096
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
THE KEMNAL ACADEMIES TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
51.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Jo Ford (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01243602558
Website
Visit
Address
School Lane, Chichester PO20 9EH

Summary

The Academy, Selsey is a mixed secondary school located in Chichester, West Sussex, catering to students aged 11-16. With a current enrolment of 501 pupils and a capacity of 600, the school is committed to providing an inclusive and high-quality education. Rated 'Good' by Ofsted in April 2019, the Academy focuses on nurturing students' talents and aspirations through a creative and challenging curriculum, supported by strong pastoral care.

The school boasts modern facilities, including state-of-the-art classrooms, a library, and dedicated spaces for arts and sciences, which enhance the learning experience. The Academy places a strong emphasis on academic excellence, encouraging students to achieve outstanding examination results while also offering a variety of extracurricular activities to promote personal development.

Community engagement is a core value at The Academy, Selsey, fostering strong links with parents and local organisations. The school prioritises smooth transitions from primary to secondary education, working closely with feeder schools to ensure that each child receives the best possible start in their educational journey.

Key details

LA
West Sussex
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
THE KEMNAL ACADEMIES TRUST
Capacity
600
Pupils
501
Boys
269
Girls
232
FSM %
26.10
Open date
2011-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-05-01
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Sussex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 501 269 232 600 26.10
2024-09-11 492 260 232 600 22.20
2023-09-11 444 233 211 600 18.70
2022-09-11 444 233 211 750 18.70
2021-09-11 422 218 204 750 18.50
2020-09-11 399 198 201 750 15.50

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