Bluecoat Aspley Academy

URN: 137798 • Nottingham NG8 5GY

Overview

Name
Bluecoat Aspley Academy
URN
137798
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
ARCHWAY LEARNING TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
57.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Sarah Anderson (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
01159297445
Website
Visit
Address
Aspley Lane, Nottingham NG8 5GY

Summary

Bluecoat Aspley Academy is a mixed secondary academy located in Nottingham, accommodating 1,351 students with a capacity of 1,400. The school is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment, celebrating students from various backgrounds and cultures. Core values of faith, hope, family, and respect underpin the school's ethos, encouraging students to engage in community activities and personal development.

The academy offers a broad and balanced curriculum that emphasizes academic success alongside opportunities in the arts, sports, and personal growth. Students are encouraged to participate in extracurricular activities and leadership roles, enhancing their educational experience. The school also provides robust support through its learning support team, which helps students develop both personally and academically.

As a faith-based institution, Bluecoat Aspley Academy promotes understanding and respect for different beliefs through weekly Acts of Worship and sessions exploring various world religions. This approach aims to create a welcoming atmosphere where all students can thrive and feel valued as part of the Bluecoat family.

Key details

LA
Nottingham
Age range
11 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
ARCHWAY LEARNING TRUST
Capacity
1400
Pupils
1351
Boys
697
Girls
654
FSM %
41.70
Open date
2012-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-06-12
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Nottinghamshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1351 697 654 1400 41.70
2024-09-11 1382 703 679 1400 37.30
2023-09-11 1406 763 643 1400 35.90
2022-09-11 1406 763 643 1400 35.90
2021-09-11 1404 768 636 1400 36.80
2020-09-11 1487 800 687 1400 32.20

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