The Weston Road Academy
URN: 137553 • Stafford ST18 0YG
Overview
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Ann Kingman (since 2025) , Acting Principal
- Telephone
- 01785413600
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Blackheath Lane, Stafford ST18 0YG
Summary
The Weston Road Academy, located in Stafford, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 987 pupils and a capacity of 1,017. Established in 1979, the academy emphasizes traditional values such as respect, hard work, and community pride, fostering a positive and supportive learning environment. The school's mission is to provide a broad and balanced education, enabling students to achieve their full potential across a diverse range of subjects.
The academy is committed to personalising education for all pupils, ensuring that each child receives the support they need to develop confidence and skills. With a focus on high expectations and academic excellence, Weston Road Academy aims to prepare students for the challenges of modern society, equipping them with the qualifications and maturity necessary for future success.
As a community-focused institution, Weston Road Academy serves the local area of East Stafford and surrounding villages. The school encourages parental involvement and invites families to experience its vibrant atmosphere, highlighting its dedication to educational excellence and the well-being of every pupil.
The academy is committed to personalising education for all pupils, ensuring that each child receives the support they need to develop confidence and skills. With a focus on high expectations and academic excellence, Weston Road Academy aims to prepare students for the challenges of modern society, equipping them with the qualifications and maturity necessary for future success.
As a community-focused institution, Weston Road Academy serves the local area of East Stafford and surrounding villages. The school encourages parental involvement and invites families to experience its vibrant atmosphere, highlighting its dedication to educational excellence and the well-being of every pupil.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- Learning Support SEN (sen)
- Absence Reporting (sen)
- Attendance - Reporting Student Absence (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- ClassCharts Parent Account Guide (download)
- Help Your Child Revise - Revision Clock (download)
- Parent instructions for registering for Sims online (download)
- Admissions (other)
Key details
- LA
- Staffordshire
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- THE WESTON ROAD ACADEMY
- Capacity
- 1017
- Pupils
- 987
- Boys
- 493
- Girls
- 494
- FSM %
- 19.10
- Open date
- 2011-10-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Staffordshire
Trends
Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
2025-07-14 | 987 | 493 | 494 | 1017 | 19.10 |
2024-09-11 | 970 | 491 | 479 | 1017 | 17.70 |
2023-09-11 | 991 | 489 | 502 | 1017 | 13.40 |
2022-09-11 | 991 | 489 | 502 | 1017 | 13.40 |
2021-09-11 | 1011 | 516 | 495 | 1017 | 9.00 |
2020-09-11 | 992 | 519 | 473 | 1017 | 7.30 |
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