The Joseph Whitaker School

URN: 137628 • Mansfield NG21 0AG

Overview

Name
The Joseph Whitaker School
URN
137628
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
EAST MIDLANDS EDUCATION TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
60.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Carey Ayres (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01623792327
Website
Visit
Address
Warsop Lane, Mansfield NG21 0AG

Summary

The Joseph Whitaker School, located in Rainworth near Mansfield, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 1,328 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 1,250. Since joining the East Midlands Education Trust in 2016, the school has fostered an inclusive culture that supports the development of every student into confident young adults, preparing them for future success through strong examination outcomes.

The school offers a broad and balanced curriculum across all key stages, alongside a variety of extracurricular opportunities, particularly in sport and performing arts. As a specialist Sports College since 2004, and with an expanded focus on performing arts since 2012, the school is committed to enhancing students' skills and self-esteem through these disciplines.

Recent Ofsted inspections have rated the school as 'Good' in all areas, including the quality of education and leadership. The Joseph Whitaker School aims to cater to the diverse needs and ambitions of its students, ensuring they thrive academically and personally within a supportive community environment.

Key details

LA
Nottinghamshire
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
EAST MIDLANDS EDUCATION TRUST
Capacity
1250
Pupils
1328
Boys
668
Girls
660
FSM %
23.40
Open date
2011-11-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-03-06
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Nottinghamshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1328 668 660 1250 23.40
2024-09-11 1371 690 681 1250 22.90
2023-09-11 1370 689 681 1250 19.10
2022-09-11 1370 689 681 1250 19.10
2021-09-11 1337 658 679 1250 16.80
2020-09-11 1303 630 673 1250 12.70

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