John Ferneley College

URN: 137617 • Melton Mowbray LE13 1LH

Overview

Name
John Ferneley College
URN
137617
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
MOWBRAY EDUCATION TRUST LIMITED
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Requires improvement
Ranking score
45.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Terry Claridge (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01664565901
Website
Visit
Address
Scalford Road, Melton Mowbray LE13 1LH

Summary

John Ferneley College is a mixed secondary academy located in Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire, with a current enrolment of 1,194 students, exceeding its capacity of 1,100. The school is part of the Mowbray Education Trust and is committed to providing a world-class education that prioritises the individual needs of each child. Under the leadership of Headteacher Terry Claridge, who joined in April 2024, the school has implemented evidence-based teaching strategies and behaviour management policies to foster a positive learning environment.

The curriculum at John Ferneley College is designed to be broad and balanced, allowing students to engage with a wide range of subjects at both key stage three and key stage four. The school places a strong emphasis on academic success while also offering various enrichment activities, including trips and productions, to enhance the overall educational experience.

Central to the school’s ethos are values of hard work, kindness, and resilience. John Ferneley College aims to cultivate a supportive community where students are encouraged to challenge themselves academically while developing strong relationships with peers and staff. The school is dedicated to ensuring that every child has the opportunity to thrive both personally and academically.

Key details

LA
Leicestershire
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
MOWBRAY EDUCATION TRUST LIMITED
Capacity
1100
Pupils
1194
Boys
602
Girls
592
FSM %
18.20
Open date
2011-11-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-04-17
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Leicestershire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1194 602 592 1100 18.20
2024-09-11 1182 609 573 1100 15.50
2023-09-11 1201 605 596 1100 14.70
2022-09-11 1201 605 596 1100 14.70
2021-09-11 1189 613 576 1100 13.60
2020-09-11 1187 618 569 1100 10.50

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